Concurrent Showcases Advantages of 4th Generation Technology at SCTE's 2004 Cable-Tec Show.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SCTE SCTE Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers SCTE Society of Cable Television Engineers SCTE Serial Clock Transmit External Cable-Tec Expo 2004 Booth # 547 ATLANTA & ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 10, 2004 MediaHawk(R) 4G On-Demand Platform Separates Streams, Storage and Content Ingest in·gest tr.v. in·gest·ed, in·gest·ing, in·gests 1. To take into the body by the mouth for digestion or absorption. See Synonyms at eat. 2. , Supporting the Most Complex On-Demand Applications and Enabling Incremental Growth Concurrent Computer Corporation 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 exhibit plans for the Society of Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) Cable-Tec Show, June 16-18 at the Orange County Convention Center The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is the primary public convention center in Central Florida. The large complex is located on International Drive, a major tourist area in Orlando, Florida. in Orlando, Fla. Proven Technology Supporting the Complexities of On-Demand As more MSOs roll out more forms of Video-On-Demand (VOD See video-on-demand. VoD - video on demand ), the broadband operator must manage more content, coming in more frequently, over more signal collection points - or the "ingress An entrance. Contrast with "egress," which means exit. See ingress traffic. See also Ingres 2006. " of content. To offer new and compelling VOD services to their customers, the broadband operator must be able to successfully ingest new movies and other programming into the system architecture while simultaneously streaming content out to requesting customers. At the show, Concurrent will highlight the ability of its MediaHawk(R) 4th Generation (4G) On-Demand Platform to uniquely separate storage, streaming and content ingest to meet the needs of this ever-expanding on-demand environment. Shaping the Future of Television At the show, Concurrent will highlight the advantages of its 4th generation architecture and how its MediaHawk 4G Platform supports a full spectrum of on-demand offerings - from independent content ingest, storage and streaming; to near on-demand control of live programming; to increased branding opportunities; to advanced business management tools. -- Concurrent Demonstrates Live VOD and SVOD SVOD Subscription Video on Demand SVOD Stacked Volumetric Optical Disk SVOD Subscription Voice on Demand - Visitors to the Concurrent booth will be able to select, pause, rewind and fast-forward on-demand programming from major content providers in a real-time VOD and Subscription VOD (SVOD) experience. -- Concurrent MediaHawk 4G On-Demand Platform - Displayed at SCTE, Concurrent's 4th Generation On-Demand Platform uniquely separates streams, storage and content ingest. Because storage and streaming rarely increase at identical rates, Concurrent designed its 4G Platform in a modular fashion, enabling the independent addition of storage or streaming as it is needed, so that systems can grow as needs and service offerings grow. -- Network-Based Digital Video Recording Technology - Taking its modular architecture a step further, Concurrent also separated the ingest of new content, meaning that broadcast television programming and other new content can be brought into the system without disrupting service to customers - and can be made available immediately. Network-based Digital Video Recording (NDVR), enabled by Concurrent's Real-Time Media(TM) (RTM (1) (RealTime Model) Refers to a system or architecture that performs operations in real time. See real time. (2) (Release/Released To M ) system, gives subscribers on-demand access to broadcast content, such as select sports, news and affiliate channel programming, shortly after they have been broadcast, with full functionality including pause, rewind and fast-forward. Visitors to the Concurrent booth can see how NDVR is experienced by the subscriber and by the operator. -- TV Guide's i-Guide Integrated with 4G Platform - Concurrent's MediaHawk 4G On-Demand Platform has been integrated with Gemstar-TV Guide's IPG IPG Implantable pulse generator, see there product offering, known as "i-Guide." This integration demonstrates the increased flexibility and enhanced VOD functionality of i-Guide, and showcases Concurrent's industry-leading ability to support advanced on-demand services. For consumers, the integration means easier on-demand navigation than ever before. For MSOs and content providers, the integrated solution creates more branding opportunities, increases content visibility, and proactively drives traffic to specific program guide areas. -- Concurrent BMSWeb Reports - Also on display in the Concurrent booth - an extension of the MediaHawk 4G On-Demand Platform, BMSWeb Reports, a real-time online information system providing critical information that cable operators need instantly and often about their VOD operation, content and usage. Operators can access BMSWeb Reports from anywhere in the world at any time about their network; orders and purchases; usage; and content and providers. Concurrent's 4G Platform is a proven foundation for the delivery of the latest on-demand services, including Movies-On-Demand (MOD), Subscription VOD (SVOD), Free-On-Demand (FOD FOD - /fod/ [Abbreviation for "Finger of Death", originally a spell-name from fantasy gaming] To terminate with extreme prejudice and with no regard for other people. From MUDs where the wizard command "FOD " results in the immediate and total death of ), Long-Format Advertising (LFA LFA left frontoanterior (position of the fetus). LFA leukocyte functional antigen. ), NDVR and high-definition VOD (HDVOD), as well as exciting new on-demand applications and services. Concurrent's MediaHawk 4G On-Demand Platform includes proven hardware, extensive software, integration expertise and world-class customer service. About Concurrent Concurrent (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 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 IP-based markets. Within the digital cable market, Concurrent is a recognized leader, currently serving North America's major cable operators in 80 markets with over 5.2 million digital subscribers and 15.8 basic subscribers. Concurrent's proven technology provides a flexible, comprehensive, robust solution for HFC 1. (networking) HFC - Hybrid Fiber Coax. 2. (hardware) HFC - hydrofluorocarbon. , 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 nearly four decades of experience in real-time technology and provides its best of breed solutions through offices 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. , 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: our ability to keep our customers satisfied; 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 Real-time systems Computer systems in which the computer is required to perform its tasks within the time restraints of some process or simultaneously with the system it is assisting. 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 and predatory pricing pressures; failure to effectively service the installed base; the entry of new well-capitalized competitors into our markets; the success of new products in both the VOD and ISD See IDD. divisions; the success of our new initiative in our CFSI CFSI Congressional Fire Services Institute CFSI Center for Financial Services Innovation CFSI Children's Film Society of India CFSI Comité Français de La Semoulerie Industrielle (French: French Committee of the Semolina Industry; Paris, France) subsidiary to penetrate opportunities with the U.S. government; the availability of Linux software in light of issues raised by SCO group; capital spending capital spending Spending for long-term assets such as factories, equipment, machinery, and buildings that permits the production of more goods and services in future years. patterns by a limited customer base; and contract obligations that could impact revenue recognition. 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, please contact Concurrent, 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 and its logo 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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