Concurrent Demonstrates the Power of VOD For the Telecom Provider at TelcoTV Conference.Business Editors TelcoTV Conference Expo 2003 ATLANTA & LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 13, 2003 Global On-Demand Leader Demonstrates Interactive Technologies for Residential VOD See video-on-demand. VoD - video on demand over IP for DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary and Fiber Networks Concurrent Computer Corporation  This article or section is written like an .Please help [ rewrite this article] from a neutral point of view. Mark blatant advertising for , using . (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : CCUR CCUR Center for Crops Utilization Research ), a worldwide leader of on-demand technology that is shaping the future of television, today announced its planned demonstrations for the TelcoTV convention, Nov. 13-14 in Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. , NV. Leveraging its expert Video-On-Demand (VOD) technology, extensive commercial deployment experience, and worldwide presence, Concurrent will demonstrate an array of on-demand services for broadband operators, offering a competitive VOD solution over any transport network. Concurrent will be located in Booth #501. Concurrent's demonstrations will address the importance and advantages of planning for advanced VOD services by telcos. Telco video networks have the advantage of offering digital service to every video customer on their network, and VOD services can offer a revenue stream to help recover the investment made to offer triple play services - voice, video and data. VOD alone can generate an average of $6-10 per household per month. Other on-demand offerings, like subscription Video-On-Demand (SVOD SVOD Subscription Video on Demand SVOD Stacked Volumetric Optical Disk SVOD Subscription Voice on Demand ) and network-based Digital Video Recorder See DVR. (nDVR) services, can generate additional revenue. But revenue is not the only reason for offering on-demand services; VOD has proven to help system operators stay competitive, increase subscriber satisfaction, differentiate their services and control customer churn. At the show, Concurrent will demonstrate its integrated solution with VideoTele.com, a division of Tut Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: TUTS TUTS Theatre Under the Stars (Houston, Texas) TUTS True Ultimate Tensile Strength ), offering a comprehensive VOD solution to service providers deploying digital TV and other entertainment services over broadband access See broadband and wireless broadband. networks. This offering enables broadband telecommunications carriers to provide bundled voice, video and data services to their existing telco subscribers for a positive return on investment. Concurrent will also exhibit its digital VOD solution supporting on-demand applications for broadband service providers. This solution is modeled after its widely deployed, industry-leading MediaHawk(R) VOD solution which currently serves over 4.5 million digital subscribers in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. . VideoTele.com and Concurrent Demonstrate Integrated VOD Delivery Solution for Telcos VideoTele.com offers telecommunications providers a leading video processing Video processing techniques are used in video codecs, video players and other devices. For example—commonly only design and video processing is different in TV sets of different manufactures. solution for delivering digital TV over any broadband access network, including DSL, fiber to the home (FTTH (Fiber To The Home) See FTTP. ) and hybrid-fiber coax (HFC 1. (networking) HFC - Hybrid Fiber Coax. 2. (hardware) HFC - hydrofluorocarbon. ). VideoTele.com serves more than 60 telecommunications companies that have commercially deployed digital TV services. VideoTele.com's seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. with Concurrent's MediaHawk On-Demand Platform enables expansion existing services to include the latest in interactive on-demand services, which can significantly increase the telco's incremental Average Revenue Per User (ARPU (Average Revenue Per User) A calculation often used to determine the overall value of an application. It is also used to rate particular customers, especially in the wireless space, by comparing someone's account to the overall average. ), without significant incremental capital expenditure. Concurrent's On-Demand Solution Concurrent's MediaHawk VOD Platform includes proven hardware, extensive software, integration expertise and world-class customer service, offering broadband operators a completely scalable and flexible video server platform. Concurrent's VOD solution enables telcos to: -- Deliver multiple on-demand entertainment services over any transport network, including broadband HFC, DSL, FTTH and IP. -- Use a VOD system that is designed to support on-demand services today and into the future. -- Offer advanced on-demand services for a competitive VOD solution and positive ROI (Return On Investment) The monetary benefits derived from having spent money on developing or revising a system. In the IT world, there are more ways to compute ROI than Carter has liver pills (and for those of you who never heard of that expression, it means a lot). . -- Make the most of the broadband operator's digital video system with VOD service offerings, which can generate an average of $6-10 per month per household. -- Deploy VOD in a centralized, hybrid or distributed architecture, depending on broadband network capacity. -- Offer a competitive video service to subscribers, enabling access to VOD content through set-top boxes and personal computers. About Concurrent Concurrent Computer Corporation (www.ccur.com) is a worldwide leader in providing digital VOD systems to the broadband industry and real-time computer systems for industry and government. Concurrent's VOD systems are utilized within the broadband cable, DSL, and hospitality markets. Within the digital cable market, Concurrent is a recognized leader, currently serving nine major cable operators in 67 markets with over 4.5 million digital subscribers. Concurrent's proven technology provides a flexible, comprehensive, robust solution for HFC, DSL, and IP-based networks. The company's powerful and scalable VOD systems are based on open standards Specifications for hardware and software that are developed by a standards organization or a consortium involved in supporting a standard. Available to the public for developing compliant products, open standards imply "open systems;" that an existing component in a system can be replaced and are integrated with the leading broadband technologies. Concurrent is also a leading provider of high-performance, real-time computer systems, solutions, and software that focus on hardware-in-the-loop and man-in-the-loop simulation, data acquisition, and industrial control systems for commercial and government markets. Concurrent has over 35 years of experience in real-time technology and provides its best of breed solutions through offices in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Certain statements made or incorporated by reference in this release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. When used or incorporated by reference in this release, the words "believes," "expects," "estimates," "anticipates," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Statements regarding future events and developments and our future performance, as well as our expectations, beliefs, plans, estimates, or projections relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc the future, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of these laws. All forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events to differ materially from those projected. The risks and uncertainties which could affect our financial condition or results of operations include, without limitation: availability of video-on-demand content; delays or cancellations of customer orders; changes in product demand; economic conditions; various inventory risks due to changes in market conditions; uncertainties relating to the development and ownership of intellectual property; uncertainties relating to our ability and the ability of other companies to enforce their intellectual property rights; the pricing and availability of equipment, materials and inventories; the limited operating history of our video-on-demand segment; the concentration of our customers; failure to effectively manage growth; delays in testing and introductions of new products; rapid technology changes; demand shifts from high-priced, proprietary real-time systems to low-priced, open server systems; system errors or failures; reliance on a limited number of suppliers; uncertainties associated with international business activities, including foreign regulations, trade controls, taxes, and currency fluctuations; the highly competitive environment in which we operate; failure to effectively service the installed base; the entry of new well-capitalized competitors into our markets; and the valuation of equity investments and collectibility of notes receivable. Other important risk factors are discussed in our Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 18, 2003 and may be discussed in subsequent filings with the SEC. The risk factors discussed in such Form 10-K under the heading "Risk Factors" are specifically incorporated by reference in this press release. Our forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and speak only as of the date of such statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of future events, new information, or otherwise. Note to Editors: For additional company or product information from Concurrent Computer Corporation, please contact Concurrent Computer Corporation, 4375 River Green Parkway, Suite 100, Duluth, GA 30096. Call toll free in the U.S. and Canada at (877) 978-7363, fax (678) 258-4199. Readers can also access information through the company's Web site at www.ccur.com. Concurrent Computer Corporation, its logo, and MediaHawk are registered and unregistered trademarks of Concurrent Computer Corporation. All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. |
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