WindChannel's SitSpot Wireless Partners with AirPath Wireless; Partnership Gives SitSpot Users Access to AirPath's Network of Over 1,000 Hotspots Worldwide.Business Editors RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 2003 WindChannel Communications, providers of ultra-high speed fixed wireless Internet connectivity and data transfer services, announced today it has formed a partnership with Airpath Wireless. The partnership will give WindChannel's SitSpot Wireless user community access to AirPath's Wi-Fi network See wireless Ethernet and 802.11. in areas outside SitSpot's local coverage territory. By teaming with AirPath, SitSpot enhances its network footprint, providing subscribers access to AirPath's network of more than 1,000 Hot Spots hot spots acute moist dermatitis. located in coffee shops, airports, restaurants, hotels and other public locations around the world. SitSpot Wireless utilizes industry standard 802.11b technology, also known as Wi-Fi, to give mobile professionals, students and consumers access to WindChannel's carrier-class fixed 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 network for ultra-fast Internet connectivity. The service does not require any proprietary software or downloads and can be used by anyone who has a wireless device that is Wi-Fi enabled. "Partnering with AirPath is the perfect way to enhance our service offering for customers demanding high-speed Internet See broadband. access while they travel with their laptop or PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). ," said Randy Choplin, founder and chief executive officer for WindChannel. "With AirPath, we give our customers easy access to the Internet where ever they are, whether its for work or leisure." About Airpath Wireless, Inc. Airpath Wireless, Inc. is a privately held corporation Noun 1. privately held corporation - a corporation owned by a few people; shares have no public market close corporation, closed corporation, private corporation headquartered in Toledo, Ohio
About SitSpot Wireless SitSpot Wireless is a division of WindChannel Communications, a leading provider of ultra high-speed Internet connectivity and data transfer solutions. SitSpot locations offer wireless high-speed Internet access directly to laptop or handheld devices that are Wi-Fi enabled. For more information on SitSpot or Wi-Fi technology visit www.sitspot.com. About WindChannel Communications WindChannel Communications, headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., provides businesses in the Southeast with ultra high-speed Internet connectivity and data transfer solutions. The company has constructed a carrier class IP network that deploys next generation Fixed Wireless Broadband (FWB (Fixed Wireless Broadband) See fixed wireless. ) technologies to deliver bandwidth without wires. WindChannel combines leading-edge technology with world-class customer care to meet the rising demand for secure, reliable and flexible bandwidth solutions faster and more affordably than traditional wireline providers. The company is delivering on its vision for a world without wires to businesses throughout the region. To learn more about fixed wireless broadband technology or WindChannel Communications, visit www.windchannel.com. |
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