Cronus Communications, Inc. Delivers E911 Solution for VoIP Networks.Business Editors/High Tech Writers DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 4, 2000 SignalPath(TM) 230 Signaling Gateway A network device that converts control signals from one format to another. For example, a SIGTRAN signaling gateway converts SS7 signals of the PSTN to SIGTRAN for transport over IP. Contrast with media gateway. See SIGTRAN. introduces the first of a series of applications for VoIP service providers in support of traditional services Cronus Communications, Inc., part of FastComm Communications Corporation (OTC OTC See: Over-the-counter. OTC See over-the-counter market (OTC). BB: FSCX), today announced an innovative approach for VoIP network providers who need to provide transparent support of services such as emergency 911 calling (E911). The SignalPath(TM) 230 signaling gateway helps bridge the gap between the new IP converged networks and critical services in the circuit switched network. "Cronus' SignalPath(TM) 230 gives service providers the power to incorporate traditional, yet critical features such as E911 into their VoIP networks," comments Christin Flynn, senior analyst with the Yankee Group (the Yankee Group, Boston, MA, www.yankeegroup.com) A major market research, analysis and consulting firm founded in 1970 by Howard Anderson. It provides general consulting and strategic planning in the computer and communications field. , "without losing the flexibility and innovation that is promised with tomorrow's distributed network architecture." Emerging carriers who are entering the access market with converged technologies cannot deliver new voice over IP services in access networks without E911. The primary driver for VoIP is the revenue opportunity provided by new converged IP networks. Operator services A variety of telephone services that require human intervention, including person-to-person calls, collect calls, credit card billing and directory and dialing assistance. Such services are performed by LECs, IXCs and alternative operator services (AOS), organizations that are used by and directory services must also not be overlooked. "Part of the challenge in building new converged VoIP networks is the 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. of traditional services over a converged network," says Kameran Ahari, senior director of technical marketing of Cronus Communications. "Typically, these type of issues arise in the early stages of the transition from new technologies such as VoIP towards implementation." SignalPath(TM) 230 Signaling Gateway bridges the gap for VoIP gateway and softswitch vendors. By deploying a SignalPath(TM) 230 Signaling Gateway between the VoIP gateway and the 911 tandem, the 911 call can be directed by the MGC MGC Mammalian Gene Collection MGC Media Gateway Controller MGC Middle Georgia College MGC Museums and Galleries Commission (UK government) MGC Mississippi Gaming Commission MGC Manual Gain Control (or service control platform) to the appropriate 911 tandem. By establishing a clear path using a distinct IP address and UDP UDP (uridine diphosphate): see uracil. (User Datagram Protocol) A protocol within the TCP/IP protocol suite that is used in place of TCP when a reliable delivery is not required. port, the SignalPath(TM) 230 communicates with the media gateway and associated call control messages from the MGC over IP. SignalPath(TM) 230 Signaling Gateway takes the IP connection control messages associated with E911 call and incoming E911 bearer traffic, and transforms them into MF R1 to make them appear completely transparent to the 911 tandem. About Cronus Cronus Communications, Inc. ( http://www.cronuscom.com ) is a leading provider of system interoperability solutions to the telecommunications industry. Drawing on more than 14 years of experience in the signaling market and an installed base in over 70 countries, Cronus has become a leader in this industry by developing state-of-the-art signaling solutions and rate conversion products. Cronus continues to deliver innovative signaling and gateway solutions to industry. For additional information or comments, please send an email to marketing@cronuscom.com. About FastComm FastComm ( http://www.fastcomm.com ) designs, develops, and manufactures advanced WAN/LAN/Global network routing and switching equipment, controllers and processors for IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) environments, Internet access See how to access the Internet. products, and related networking devices. It is a total system solution provider specializing in voice/fax/video/data over IP and Frame Relay A high-speed packet switching protocol used in wide area networks (WANs). Providing a granular service of up to DS3 speed (45 Mbps), it has become popular for LAN to LAN connections across remote distances, and services are offered by most major carriers. . FastComm is a leader in the effort to provide optimal migration paths for legacy networks that are upgrading to newer routing technologies. The corporate goal is to provide customers with leading-edge networking technology and a cost-effective means of incorporating these technologies into new or existing networks. FastComm prides itself in its ability to customize networks to meet the specific needs of their customers. These customers include state governments, federal agencies, and multinational corporations
FastComm products include the WEB Router(TM), GlobalView(TM), EtherFRAD(TM), RingFRAD(TM), MetroLan(TM), QUICK II(TM), ChanlComm(R) and GlobalStack(TM). These products provide routed and switched Voice / Data and Video access solutions for bandwidths ranging from 9.6kbps to full T1/E1 over Leased Line, Frame Relay, X.25 and digital and analog networks. FastComm, WEB.router, GlobalView, MetroLan, MonoFRAD, EtherFRAD, RingFRAD, QUICK II, GlobalStack and SuperView are all trademarks of FastComm Communications Corp. ChanlComm(R) is a registered trademark of FastComm Communications Corp. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Forward-looking statements are made in this release pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the Private Securities Litigation reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Investors are cautioned that all forward looking statements are subject to risk and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the timing of new announcements or introductions by the company and its competitors, the hiring and retention of key employees, competitive pricing pressure, dependence on third parties for components and products, and general economic conditions in the United States and international markets, and the risk factors detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. |
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