Commercial and Government Groups Invest in TCS' SwiftLink Solution; Rapid Deployable Communications Linked to National Security Needs.Business/High Tech Editors ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 2, 2002 TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS (Transportation Control System) A widely used integrated information system for railroad transportation developed by the Missouri Pacific Railroad Company in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It was later implemented by Union Pacific when the companies merged. ) (Nasdaq: TSYS TSYS Total System Services, Inc. ), a key architect of wireless messaging and location software and a provider of worldwide communications solutions, announced it has shipped more than 25 SwiftLink(TM) deployable communication systems. Requests for more than 50 additional units have been received from various commercial operations, government agencies and U.S. military defense command centers worldwide. The SwiftLink family of deployable wireless communication systems fills a market need for providing vital and extremely portable communication links. TCS' SwiftLink products are being used on a routine basis in remote regions of the world and in areas where rapid and secure communication is essential. First released in early September 2001 by TCS' Network Solutions Group, SwiftLink is designed to provide users with remote voice-over-IP (VOIP (Voice Over IP) A digital telephone service that uses the public Internet as well as private backbones instead of the traditional telephone network. Many companies, including Vonage, 8x8 and AT&T (CallVantage), typically offer calling within the country for a ), video and data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. via secure or unsecure wireless connections. The system delivers high-speed, high capacity communication capabilities in a small, portable package. The SwiftLink products vary in configuration, depending on the user requirements, and can provide access for one to more than 70 users. SwiftLink Prime and SwiftLink Plus are self-contained and provide access to Intranet/Extranet or public web, secure or non-secure Internet and Inmarsat Packet Data System (IPDS (Intelligent Printer Data Stream) The native format built into IBM laser printers, which accepts fonts and formatted raster images. One of its major functions is its communications protocol that negotiates printer transfers from servers in the network that ). They allow multiple users to concurrently conduct videoconferences, send faxes, complete file transfers and access corporate e-mail from the field. SwiftLink Group provides the same functionality at higher speeds for larger numbers of users and supports VSAT (Very Small Aperture satellite Terminal) A small earth station for satellite transmission that handles up to 56 Kbits/sec of digital transmission. VSATs that handle the T1 data rate (up to 1.544 Mbits/sec) are called "TSATs. and other satellite communication networks. "SwiftLink is the unit of choice when a customer needs immediate response and rapid establishment of communications," said Levin Custis, vice president of Network Solutions for TCS. "The system is ideal for the rapid deployment of military and government assets for homeland defense needs. It enables swift public safety response to crisis situations and quick set-up for corporate communications Corporate communications is the process of facilitating information and knowledge exchanges with internal and key external groups and individuals that have a direct relationship with an enterprise. ." To provide a complete customer solution, TCS resells the satellite airtime air·time n. 1. The time during which a radio or television station is broadcasting. Also called airspace. 2. The time at which a radio or television program is broadcast. that provides the communication through a partnership with Telenor Satellite Systems of Norway, the world's leading provider of global, mobile communications via the Inmarsat satellite system. SwiftLink Prime and SwiftLink Plus use Inmarsat Global Access Network (GAN) as a mobile digital network service, operating at speeds of up to 64kbit/s. To provide higher speed connections, SwiftLink Plus systems can use multiple Inmarsat terminals. TCS has been a premier provider of deployable communications solutions to the commercial sector and U.S. defense and civilian agencies including the U.S. State A U.S. state is any one of the fifty subnational entities of the United States, although four states use the official title "commonwealth". The separate state governments and the federal government share sovereignty, in that an American is a citizen both of the federal entity and Department since 1992. ABOUT TCS' NETWORK SOLUTIONS GROUP TCS' Network Solutions Group mission is to develop integrated voice, video and IP-based data and messaging systems Software that provides an electronic mail delivery system. It is made up of the following functional components, which may be packaged together or independently. Mail User Agent to meet the unique requirements of customers for worldwide communication solutions. The Network Solutions Group's engineering services and technology capabilities enable TCS to provide rapid deployment of fixed and transportable solutions via satellite, wireless and terrestrial networks; helping its customers conduct mission critical communications anywhere in the world. ABOUT TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC. TCS is evolving wireless technology. As the key architect of wireless messaging and location technology, TCS is delivering essential software, services and solutions to carriers that enable people to better manage their mobile lifestyle. TCS occupies a privileged position within the core of the wireless carrier network enabling it to develop technology that ensures the security, reliability and privacy of people's wireless messages. Today, TCS is a preferred technology provider to carriers worldwide including Vodafone, Cingular, Verizon Wireless Cellco Partnership, doing business as Verizon Wireless, owns and operates the second largest wireless telecommunications network in the United States, based on total wireless customers. and Telefonica. Through its Solutions group, TCS deploys advanced technologies and products that promote the continued evolution of wireless services. Visit the web site at www.telecomsys.com. This announcement contains forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are based upon TCS's current expectations and assumptions that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that would cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. The actual results realized by the Company could differ materially from the statements made herein, depending in particular upon the risks and uncertainties described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These include the risks and uncertainties relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc the company's future financial results and ability of the Company to (i) reach profitability as early as anticipated, (ii) continue to rely on third parties to market and sell the Company's products and for other relevant support, (iii) adapt and integrate new technologies into its products, (iv) expand its business offerings in the new wireless data industry, (v) capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. opportunities in the marketplace, (vi) develop software without any errors or defects, (vii) implement its sales and marketing strategies, and (viii) deploy its software and services quickly. Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the information in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, or otherwise. |
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