CrossKeys Delivers New ISP Software Over the Internet: CrossKeys Dyband Being Sold Through New eCommerce Site.Business Editors VIENNA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 22, 2000 ISPs From Around the World Have Already Downloaded Trial Versions of the Software CrossKeys Systems Corporation (Nasdaq:CKEY) (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :CKY CKY Camp Kill Yourself (band) CKY Conakry, Guinea - Conakry (Airport Code) ) has successfully launched its new commerce-enabled website that allows Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to trial, purchase and download CrossKeys Dyband(tm) software. Within days of the CrossKeys eCommerce capability, over 100 ISPs on five continents had downloaded trial versions of the software. "Through our eCommerce site, we are delivering CrossKeys Dyband software to ISPs worldwide 24 hours a day, seven days a week," says Steve Getz, Vice President of Broadband Access Products, CrossKeys. "We now have a zero-touch sales capability for CrossKeys products as we address the huge demand for broadband services management." CrossKeys Dyband software addresses the key "last mile" issue facing wireless, cable and digital subscriber line See DSL. (communications, protocol) Digital Subscriber Line - (DSL, or Digital Subscriber Loop, xDSL - see below) A family of digital telecommunications protocols designed to allow high speed data communication over the existing copper telephone lines between end-users and (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 ) service providers -- how to deliver consistent, reliable, high-speed service to home users, home offices and businesses and maintain service profitability. With CrossKeys Dyband software, ISPs can dynamically manage bandwidth across all transport mediums (DSL, wireless, cable, leased-line, Ethernet, etc.) supporting more subscribers on existing broadband connections, offer unlimited tiers of service, and gain real-time and historical visibility into service performance. According to the analyst firm International Data Corporation (IDC), the US market for delivering broadband services will skyrocket from $767 million in 1999 to $7.4 billion by 2003. "In addition to CrossKeys Dyband software, we will use this eCommerce site to sell and distribute new CrossKeys products currently under development," says Ian McLaren, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , CrossKeys. "We are engineering our new products for ready markets and with rapid, worldwide distribution in mind. Time to market and speed to the customer's hands are driving CrossKeys strategic plans forward." CrossKeys eCommerce site accepts all major credit cards, purchase orders, wire transfers and approved corporate checks as payment methods. Customers choose the media on which they would like to receive CrossKeys Dyband software (download or CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). ), and any options (such as ongoing customer support). A simple and secure eCommerce format allows the customer to move quickly through the purchase process and obtain a confirmation of their transaction online and via email. Every eCommerce session utilizes the VeriSign(tm) Secure Site Program which verifies that all information sent to the site through a secure sockets layer (networking, security) Secure Sockets Layer - (SSL) A protocol designed by Netscape Communications Corporation to provide secure communications over the Internet using asymmetric key encryption. (SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. ) session is encrypted, protecting against disclosure to third parties. CrossKeys built its eCommerce site in conjunction with NetSales Incorporated, a leading provider of managed eBusiness solutions. NetSales' strategic partnerships with Cap Gemini/Ernst & Young, Cisco Systems, Chase Manhattan Bank The Chase Manhattan Bank, now part of JPMorgan Chase, was formed by the merger of the Chase National Bank and the Bank of the Manhattan Company in 1955. The bank is headquartered in New York City. , Wells Fargo Bank and Time Warner enables their clients to see immediate returns on their eBusiness investments. NetSales is audited by a division of Ernst & Young every six months to ensure their compliance with SAS (1) (SAS Institute Inc., Cary, NC, www.sas.com) A software company that specializes in data warehousing and decision support software based on the SAS System. Founded in 1976, SAS is one of the world's largest privately held software companies. See SAS System. 70 (Statements of Auditing Standards Number 70) security audit standards, some of the strictest in the industry, mandated by the Big 6 accounting firms and all US banks. About CrossKeys CrossKeys Systems Corporation (www.crosskeys.com) develops software that makes the Internet work for business. The world's largest and fastest growing service providers manage the equipment, traffic and service on their telecom networks with CrossKeys. CrossKeys Systems Corporation is a public company whose common shares are listed for trading on NASDAQ (CKEY) in the United States and on The Toronto Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. (CKY) in Canada. CrossKeys and logo are registered trademarks and Dyband is a trademark of CrossKeys Systems Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders and are acknowledged by CrossKeys Systems Corporation. |
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