PeoplePC Chooses Aleron for Expanded Dialup Access Services.Business Editors/Hi-Tech Writers RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2002 Aleron, a global IP network services provider, announced today that it had been selected by PeoplePC, the leading global provider of complete Internet access See how to access the Internet. solutions, to expand PeoplePC's dialup modem-based Internet access services across the US. "PeoplePC is dedicated to leveraging its virtual business model to give users the best possible Internet service," said Nick Grouf, president and chief executive officer, PeoplePC Inc. "We currently have the largest and most comprehensive connectivity in the U.S. and are pleased to continue our expansion by partnering with a top-notch provider such as Aleron." "Aleron is aggressively upgrading our dial access network capacity to maintain our leadership in delivering the best service quality, strongest Service Level Agreements and most attractive commercial terms to our customers," said Aleron Chairman 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. Paolo Guidi. "Continued leadership in wholesale dialup access services is a top priority for Aleron, and we look forward to our continued relationship with PeoplePC." About Aleron Reston, Virginia-based Aleron provides dedicated tier-one Internet connectivity, wholesale dialup access, and a variety of advanced value-added IP network services. Aleron acquired the Telia Internet Inc./AGIS backbone network A backbone network provides a path for the exchange of information between different LANs or subnetworks.[1] A backbone can tie together diverse networks in the same building, in different buildings in a campus environment, or over wide areas. in October 2001, and recently introduced the first backbone network to fully utilize advanced MPLS (1) (MultiProtocol Lambda Switching) The earlier name for GMPLS. See GMPLS. (2) (MultiProtocol Label Switching) A standard from the IETF for including routing information in the packets of an IP network. technology. Aleron's wholesale dialup access network currently covers 1120 locations across the US, and is being continually expanded and enhanced. In addition, Aleron also provides "Virtual ISP An ISP that uses the facilities and services (servers, switches, backbone, etc.) of a large ISP, but retains its own branding for marketing and billing purposes. Virtual ISPs are often formed to target a specific group, whether by location, profession, language or other subject of common " (VISP VISP Virtual Internet Service Provider VISP Vitamin Intervention for Stroke Prevention Trial VISP Video Imagery Standards Profile VISP Visual Information Systems Program ) services that allow organizations to become ISPs to their affinity customers while Aleron handles all the technical issues and provides branded value-added services A value-added service (VAS) is a telecommunications industry term for non-core services or, in short, all services beyond standard voice calls and fax transmissions. such as personalized portals and web sites. For more information on Aleron and its services, please visit www.aleron.com or send e-mail to info@aleron.com. About PeoplePC PeoplePC is the leading global provider of complete Internet access solutions, enabling its partners to reduce costs, generate revenues and deepen relationships with their constituencies. It works with ISPs, employers, membership organizations and individuals. PeoplePC's Custom Connections service is built on a high-quality dial-up network (1) The switched telephone network regulated by government and administered by common carriers. Also called "plain old telephone system" (POTS) and "public switched telephone network" (PSTN). (2) A network that can be accessed remotely via analog modems or ISDN. , aggregated through relationships with a dozen major telecommunications providers. The service has a number of tiers of customization: I) billing management and customer care; II) branded or private label email and online experience; III) a suite of Customer Relationship Management tools; IV) PC and other hardware options. PeoplePC's clients include some of the world's largest corporations such as The Ford Motor Company, Delta Air Lines, Vivendi Universal; and some of the most powerful affinity groups including AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. . For more information, visit http://www.peoplepc.com. |
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