Redline's RedMAX(TM) products chosen for first WiMAX network in Egypt.EgyNet and Alkan Telecom bring WiMAX to Sharm El-Sheikh as part of Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT MCIT Ministry of Communications and Information Technology MCIT Meetings, Conventions & Incentive Travel MCIT Maintenance Continuous Improvement Team ) initiatives TORONTO -- Redline Communications Inc. (AIM: REDL), a leading provider of standards-based WiMAX and broadband wireless See wireless broadband. infrastructure products, today announced that its RedMAX(TM) family of WiMAX products have been chosen by EgyNet for its broadband wireless network in Sharm el-Sheikh, the Sinai peninsula's popular tourist region and world renowned scuba diving scuba diving Swimming done underwater with a self-contained underwater-breathing apparatus (scuba), as opposed to skin diving, which requires only a snorkel, goggles, and flippers. Scuba gear was invented by Jacques-Yves Cousteau and Émile Gagnan in 1943. area. EgyNet, the licensed tier one 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. , was licensed to provide wireless internet services to the region through the WIESC (While In Egypt Stay Connected) program of the USAID USAID United States Agency for International Development USAID Agencia de los Estados Unidos para el Desarrollo Internacional (Spanish) (United States Agency for International Development The United States Agency for International Development (or USAID) is the U.S. government organization responsible for most non-military foreign aid. An independent federal agency, it receives overall foreign policy guidance from the U.S. ). The RedMAX network design, integration and roll-out are being managed by Alkan Telecom, a leading system integrator and Redline's Certified Gold Partner in Egypt. The RedMAX network is being designed to serve the more than 3.5 million tourists that visit the region each year, as well as local area businesses and residents. The network will be expanded to cover more areas of the Sinai Peninsula Sinai Peninsula Peninsula, northeastern Egypt. Located between the Gulfs of Suez and Aqaba at the northern end of the Red Sea, it covers some 23,500 sq mi (61,000 sq km). in 2008. "EgyNet joins the more than 125 operators around the world that have chosen Redline's RedMAX products for its proven capacity, reliability and performance," said Kevin Suitor SUITOR. One who is a party to a suit or action in court. One who is a party to an action. In its ancient sense, suitor meant one Who was bound to attend the county court, also, one who formed part of the secta. (q.v.) , Vice President of Business Development, Redline Communications. "Carriers are seizing the opportunity to establish their broadband wireless market leadership by deploying Redline's carrier-class. With advanced features such as our Redline Management System, rapid installation, and the ability to support more than 250 users per base station sector controller, RedMAX will enable EgyNet to deliver on its commitment to better serve visitors to Sharm El-Sheikh." According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Ahmed Abdel-Aal, Managing Director of Alkan Telecom, "the need for reliable Internet access See how to access the Internet. is not a luxury anymore. It has become a necessity and adds to the value of Na'ama Bay not only as a great holiday destination but as a destination for business conferences and events as well. The new service makes internet available all around where customers can be connected from their hotel rooms, at the beach, by the pool in a restaurant or Cafe." Redline's RedMAX(TM) Family Redline's RedMAX family of WiMAX solutions includes the world's first complete system to receive the WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) mark for conformance to the WiMAX standards for performance and interoperability. Redline's carrier-class RedMAX Base Station (AN-100U) supports voice, video, and prioritized data traffic, enabling long-range, high-capacity wireless broadband High-speed wireless transmission of data. What is "high" speed is always a changing number. Wireless systems are typically slower than land-based, wireline networks. In the past, wireless broadband started at 250 Kbps, whereas land-based broadband was generally considered to start at T1 networks. Redline's WiMAX products also include the RedMAX Indoor Subscriber Unit A Subscriber Unit, or SU is a broadband radio that is installed at a business or residential location to connect to an Access Point to send/receive high speed data wired or wirelessly. Devices commonly referred to as a Subscriber Unit include cable modems, mobile phones, etc. (SU-I) and Outdoor Subscriber Unit (SU-O) designed for enterprise and residential services. The RedMAX Management Suite enables operators to monitor and control the network, ensuring high service availability. Redline is maintaining its WiMAX leadership with the expansion of its RedMAX family to include products for additional frequency bands, applications and standards. RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX See WiMAX and 802.16. Platform The RedMAX 4C is the latest addition to Redline's family of WiMAX products. Operating in the 2.5 GHZ and 3.5 GHz spectrum bands, RedMAX 4C is designed to conform to Verb 1. conform to - satisfy a condition or restriction; "Does this paper meet the requirements for the degree?" fit, meet coordinate - be co-ordinated; "These activities coordinate well" the requirements for 802.16e Certification Wave 2, which is the WiMAX Forum's official certification program for Mobile WiMAX. Supporting a high concentration of subscribers, it enables operators to realize a rapid return on their WiMAX investment, with a low total cost of ownership. The RedMAX 4C leverages Redline's proven, field tested and optimized fourth-generation technologies for TDD (Time Division Duplexing) A transmission method that uses only one channel for transmitting and receiving, separating them by different time slots. No guard band is used. Contrast with FDD. See also TDD/TTY. TDD - Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (Time Division Duplexing)-based, scalable-OFDM-based systems. It provides carriers with an all-IP system that incorporates open standards to provide carriers the flexibility to deliver fixed, portable and mobile services with WiMAX. The new product family includes a modular, standardized MicroTCA (micro Telecommunications Computing Architecture) chassis base station that is small, lightweight and easy to deploy thereby minimizing site acquisition and construction costs and speeding up site buildout times. RedMAX 4C will also include a suite of indoor and outdoor fixed and portable end-user devices including laptops, mobile handsets and PDAs. About Alkan Alkan Telecom, a leading regional Service provider and System integrator with more than 10 years of experience in the field of Telecom & IT. The company is located in Egypt with wide regional presence in Africa & the Middle East. Alkan Telecom has been always keen to develop and deliver excellent turnkey systems and business solutions that deliver voice, data, video, Internet and other applications to diverse business fields and industry sectors. www.alkantelecom.com About Redline Communications Redline Communications is the leading provider of standards-based wireless broadband solutions. Redline's RedMAX(TM) WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) systems, RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX and award-winning RedCONNEX(TM) family of broadband wireless infrastructure products enable service providers and other network operators to cost-effectively deliver high-bandwidth services including voice, video and data communications. Redline is committed to maintaining its wireless industry leadership with the continued development of WiMAX and other advanced wireless broadband products. With more than 50,000 installations in 80 countries, and a global network of over 100 partners, Redline's experience and expertise helps service providers, enterprises and government organizations roll out the services and applications that drive their business forward. www.redlinecommunications.com NOTE: All registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this release are the property of their respective owners. |
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