DSL.net Launches New NETlink VPN Service.Business Editors NEW HAVEN, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 20, 2002 New offering enables businesses to connect branch office locations to corporate headquarters cost-effectively and securely 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 .net, Inc. (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 : DSLN), a leading, nationwide, direct provider of high-speed Internet access solutions for small- and medium-sized businesses, has launched its new NETlink VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. service for businesses seeking secure inter-office communications without the difficulty of implementing and managing a conventional VPN (Virtual Private Network). Unlike other products currently available, NETlink features enhanced VPN performance without the high price associated with deploying traditional frame relay-based network architectures. It provides secure access to corporate Intranets, proprietary databases and email, enabling branch office employees to share and exchange mission-critical information with headquarters-based personnel, resulting in improved communication and enhanced productivity. Leveraging DSL.net's extensive national network, NETlink provides customers with a secure, network-based solution over a private IP backbone without the need for significant additional investments in infrastructure or personnel. With NETlink, traffic is totally separated from public Internet traffic, assuring maximum protection from interception. "With NETlink VPN, we can now meet the growing demand from our customers to deliver the business benefits of a fully-managed and custom-configured VPN solution without the traditional, associated high costs," said Ray Allieri, senior vice president of sales and marketing for DSL.net. "NETlink allows us to take advantage of both our T-1 and SDSL See DSL. SDSL - Single-line Digital Subscriber Line access to bring a robust set of solutions to multi-location customers." "NETlink expands our growing portfolio of feature-rich, value-added service offerings and represents another very positive development for our customers and for DSL.net," said Keith Markley, president and chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of DSL.net. "It addresses the increasingly growing demand of small- and medium-sized businesses looking for a cost-effective, secure VPN solution while providing us with an additional revenue source from facilities we have already deployed." NETlink can be customized to meet specific customer requirements, without additional costly CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) Communications equipment that resides on the customer's premises. CPE - Customer Premises Equipment (Customer Premise Equipment). Pricing starts as low as $50 per month. About DSL.net Based in New Haven, Connecticut, DSL.net, Inc. combines its own DSL and T1 facilities, nationwide network infrastructure, and Tier I Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ) capabilities to provide high-speed Internet access and value-added services directly to small- and medium-sized businesses throughout the United States. A certified CLEC (Competitive Local Exchange Carrier) An organization offering local telephone service that is not one of the traditional telephone companies. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 allowed competition to the incumbent telcos (ILECs), enabling new companies (CLECs) in all 50 states, plus Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico, DSL.net sells exclusively to businesses, primarily through its own direct sales channel. DSL.net augments its direct sales strategy through select system integrators, application service providers, and marketing partners. In addition to a number of high-performance, high-speed Internet connectivity solutions specifically designed for business, DSL.net product offerings include Web hosting, DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the management, enhanced email, on-line data backup and recovery services, firewalls, and nationwide dial-up services. For more information on DSL.net, visit www.dsl.net, e-mail info@dsl.net, or call 1-877-DSL-NET1 (1-877- 375-6381). DSL.net and NETlink are trademarks of DSL.net, Inc. |
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