Xircom Enables Notebook Communications in the Education Market; Growing List of Educational Institutions Worldwide Rely on Xircom Solutions for In-Classroom Connectivity.THOUSAND OAKS Thousand Oaks, residential city (1990 pop. 104,352), Ventura co., S Calif., in a farm area; inc. 1964. Avocados, citrus, vegetables, strawberries, and nursery products are grown. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 22, 1999--Xircom, Inc. (Nasdaq:XIRC), the world leader in connectivity solutions for mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings professionals, today announced it is enhancing mobile communications in the education market through its hassle-free, high performance Integrated PC Cards and PC Cards which give students and teachers access to information anytime, anywhere. Education Going Mobile As notebook computer A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. and communications technologies advance and prices continue to drop, mobile computing will continue to permeate permeate /per·me·ate/ (-at?) 1. to penetrate or pass through, as through a filter. 2. the constituents of a solution or suspension that pass through a filter. per·me·ate v. the education market. Notebook usage on college and university campuses is already gaining significant ground, taking education to new levels. In the U.S. alone, sales of notebook and sub-notebook PCs into K-12 and higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. institutions are expected to have an annual growth rate of 30% through 2002, 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. International Data Corporation (IDC). Anywhere, anytime access to the Internet and E-mail collaboration between teachers and students are driving forces for this migration. With an estimated 35 percent of high-performance notebooks priced under $2000 by the year 2000 (IDC), mobile computing will become commonplace at all levels of education. Xircom Solutions Further Higher Learning higher learning n. Education or academic accomplishment at the college or university level. Xircom offers a wide range of Ethernet, Ethernet+Modem and Modem Integrated PC Cards and PC Cards that meet a variety of connectivity needs. Functionalities include 10/100Mbps Ethernet, high-speed 56Kbps modem, GSM/AMPS-cellular and ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. capabilities. Xircom's revolutionary RealPort(TM) Integrated PC Cards feature an integrated connector system that eliminates the need for external cables, allowing users to plug standard RJ-11 and RJ-45 cords directly into the card. Eliminating proprietary PC Card cables lowers total cost of ownership (TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI. ) for educational institutions by reducing support calls, costly cable replacements, and expensive user down time. Xircom products are currently used in the following education institutions: -0- Institution Location Bentley College Waltham, Massachusetts, US Clayton College and State University Morrow, Georgia, US Georgetown University - School of Business Washington D.C., US Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies Monterrey, Mexico National University of Singapore Singapore Pymble NSW Ladies College Pymble, Sydney, Australia Seton Hall University South Orange, New Jersey, US Technische Universiteit Eindhoven Eindhoven, Netherlands Victoria Department of Education Melbourne,Victoria, Australia -0- Xircom Communications Enhance the Learning Experience Technische Universiteit Eindhoven in the Netherlands is equipping all of its first year students with a notebook computer and a connectivity solution allowing them to log onto the network at the university, from home or from any other remote location. "For the network and modem connectivity, we opted for Xircom's RealPort Integrated PC Card," said Ton van Amelsfort, 1998 notebook program coordinator at Technische Universiteit Eindhoven. "The RealPort Card makes the lives of our students easier by eliminating the hassle of broken or lost cables, while at the same time freeing up our IT team from time-consuming support. It just makes mobile computing a lot simpler." Mexico's Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM ITESM Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey ) already has over 20,000 students at 30 campuses connected via their notebooks and Xircom PC Cards. "Our goal is to have all 80,000 students connected within the next two years," said Manuel Carselle, director of technical development at Monterrey Tech. "Technology has completely changed the way our students learn here at Monterrey Tech. Research, homework assignments and communications between students and their professors have never been more productive." Students and teachers at Pymble Ladies College Ladies' College is a private secondary school in Guernsey, Channel Islands, which (as the name suggests) is just for girls. However, the sixth form from this school and its boys' counterpart Elizabeth College share lessons, with the girls and boys being given a small window of time in Sydney, Australia, have been using Xircom solutions for over five years. Xircom's RealPort Integrated PC Cards are installed in the latest intake of their student notebook PCs. "Xircom hit the nail on the head with these uniquely designed, dongle-free RealPort Integrated PC Cards -- not only do they provide high-speed modem and Ethernet connections, they require virtually no follow-up support," said John Aubrey
John Aubrey (March 12, 1626–June 7, 1697) was an English antiquary and writer, best known as the author of the collection of short biographical pieces usually , information technology manager at Pymble Ladies College. Xircom -- A Decade of Focus, Innovation and Leadership in Mobile Communications Xircom, Inc., founded in 1988, is the world's leading manufacturer and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and supplier of mobile communications solutions, including Integrated PC Card and PC Card products, which connect portable computer users to corporate networks, the Internet and other online resources. The company's products are sold and supported in over 100 countries through a global network of distributors, integrators and resellers. Xircom, headquartered in Thousand Oaks, Calif., with regional headquarter head·quar·ter v. head·quar·tered, head·quar·ter·ing, head·quar·ters Usage Problem v.tr. To provide with headquarters: offices in Antwerp, Belgium, Tokyo, Japan and Singapore, has 1100 employees worldwide and trailing four-quarter revenue of $320 million. More information about Xircom and Xircom products may be found at www.xircom.com. US Sales: 800/438-4526 Telephone: 805/376-9300 Fax: 805/376-9311 Xircom is headquartered in Thousand Oaks, Calif., and has regional headquarter offices in Antwerp, Belgium and Singapore. US Sales: 800/438-4526. Telephone: 805/376-9300 Fax: 805/376-9311 This news release contains certain forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. based on current expectations that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially, to include specifically the growth of the market for mobile computing products in education and demand for Xircom products within the education market. Note to Editors: Xircom is a registered trademark of Xircom, Inc. RealPort and RealPort Integrated PC Card are trademarks of Xircom, Inc. Other company or product names have been used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. |
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