Verso Selected by Startech Connections of Nigeria for Major VoIP Deployment; Complete MetroNet VoIP Overlay Solution Creates Reliable, Scalable VoIP Platform with Prepaid Capabilities.ATLANTA -- Verso ver·so n. pl. ver·sos 1. A left-hand page of a book or the reverse side of a leaf, as opposed to the recto. 2. The back of a coin or medal. Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSO), a global provider of next generation network solutions, announces today that Startech Connections Ltd. of Nigeria has selected the Verso MetroNet VoIP Overlay (1) A preprinted, precut form placed over a screen, key or tablet for identification purposes. See keyboard template. (2) A program segment called into memory when required. solution including the I-Master prepaid pre·pay tr.v. pre·paid, pre·pay·ing, pre·pays To pay or pay for beforehand. pre·pay  ment n. platform for a significant VoIP deployment, which will run over a WiMAX-based radio solution, enabling service to both residential and business markets in the country. Startech Connections is a leading broadband fixed wireless telecommunications operator based in Abuja, Nigeria, where the initial deployment will occur, with five additional regions to follow. The MetroNet VoIP Overlay solution is a turnkey See turnkey system. solution targeted to metropolitan market deployments enabling key services and features for enterprise and residential VoBB subscribers. The solution can be deployed into a metropolitan market over any broadband medium including cable, xDSL, wireless, fiber, satellite, and microwave. The integrated VoIP solution also includes the I-Master solution, a real-time authentication (1) Verifying the integrity of a transmitted message. See message integrity, e-mail authentication and MAC. (2) Verifying the identity of a user logging into a network. and rating engine that enables carriers to deploy the complex rating schemes required to secure new market opportunities, such as prepaid, as well as track and recover revenues. The MetroNet VoIP Overlay solution combines various next generation Verso products and solutions into a simplified, turnkey integrated VoIP offering. The offering includes the I-Master solution, as well as Clarent(R) softswitch elements including the tandem (Class 4) and endpoint (Class 5) switching technologies combined with the BHG BHG Better Homes and Gardens (magazine) BHG Bloodhound Gang (band) BHG Big Huge Games BHG Bounty Hunter's Guild (web game) BHG Belgian Hand Group BHG Blown Head Gasket (TM) 2500 Universal Gateway, Border Agent, Voicemail and web-based subscriber portals, offering an end-to-end future-focused solution built upon an IMS (1) See IP Multimedia Subsystem. (2) (Information Management System) An early IBM hierarchical DBMS for IBM mainframes. IMS was widely implemented throughout the 1970s under MVS and continues to be used under z/OS. compliant architecture. Startech selected the Verso solution for its ability to deliver cost-effective VoIP over a geographically diverse region using a wireless local loop as well as its ability to provide an IP based prepaid platform that enables the carrier to increase its market share. Flexible, redundant and scalable, the Verso solution is completely compatible with both legacy systems and NGN (Next Generation Networks) An umbrella term for mixed voice and data networks running over the IP protocol. See IP Multimedia Subsystem. technology, and will enable seamless interconnection in·ter·con·nect v. in·ter·con·nect·ed, in·ter·con·nect·ing, in·ter·con·nects v.intr. To be connected with each other: The two buildings interconnect. v.tr. with other VoIP-based fixed and mobile networks as well as the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) The worldwide voice telephone network. Once only an analog system, the heart of most telephone networks today is all digital. In the U.S. . "The differentiating factor was the fact that this is an end-to-end VoIP solution that contains all technical aspects for installation, deployment and support," said Kim Fraser managing director and chief executive officer of Startech Connections. "A complete offering allows us to streamline deployment and achieve significant cost savings, not to mention the advantages of a simple pricing and billing model that allows Startech Connections to generate new revenues and to quickly grow its subscriber base." "Verso presented Startech a unique two-part solution. The MetroNet VoIP Overlay, including the I-Master solution, enables Startech to quickly deploy a complete VoIP platform to secure greater market share and increase its revenues in addition to penetrating the critical prepaid sector," said Allen Draa, vice president, I-Master Product Sales, Verso Technologies. "The Startech win is further evidence of our solution's value and Verso's brand recognition throughout Africa," continued Draa. "This is a key region for Verso as we look to partner with emerging service providers to deploy next generation carrier solutions in this expanding market." About Verso Technologies Verso is a global provider of Next Generation Network solutions offering a core-to-edge product portfolio primarily for telecommunications service providers A Telecommunications Service Provider or TSP is a type of Communications Service Provider that has traditionally provided telephone and similar services. This category includes ILECs, CLECs, and mobile wireless companies. . The company's products enable its customers to secure and optimize network bandwidth, generate additional revenue and reduce costs. Verso's applications and services are cost effective, deploy quickly and provide a superior return on investment. For more information, contact Verso at www.verso.com or call 678.589.3500. About Startech Connections Ltd Startech Connections Ltd. is a broadband fixed wireless private telecommunications operator in Nigeria which started commercial operations in 2003 in the Nigerian market. |
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