Navini Trials NLOS in NC

RALEIGH, N.C. and RICHARDSON, Texas -- America Connect, an N.C.-based company working to bring high speed wide-area wireless Internet connectivity to communities in the Southeast, today announced it will work with Navini Networks on a non-line-of-sight system (NLOS) trial in the Southeastern United States. By deploying next generation technology from leading companies like Navini Networks, America Connect will be able to provide affordable Internet access at speeds normally associated with wired solutions.

America Connect's use of wireless transport for the middle and last mile allow a broadband service offering that is cost effective, high-speed and can be deployed in communities where the population centers may be located over a geographically diverse area. Furthermore, using a licensed frequency allows a higher power level thus significantly increasing the system's reach and insuring service quality and reliability. The America Connect wireless broadband network takes advantage of Navini's market leading Ripwave(TM) non-line-of-sight, zero-install(TM), wide-area technology to bypass traditional infrastructure investments to significantly reduce the costs of building carrier-class broadband networks.

"There is a belief that ex-urban and rural markets lack the demand and sophistication for advanced services that are normally reserved for urban markets," said Joseph Forbes, Jr. chief executive officer of America Connect. "We intend to dispel that notion by demonstrating that wide-area wireless broadband solutions can be an alternative to traditional access methods. I know companies like Navini Networks share our belief and we look forward to testing the performance of their technology in our efforts."

"We are excited to play a role in bringing an affordable, high-speed broadband solution to market with America Connect," said Alastair Westgarth, president and chief executive officer of Navini Networks. "We have had a very successful experience with our 2.3 GHz gear in commercial deployments in Panama and in Korea during trials with market leaders in that country. We look forward to achieving the same success with America Connect here in the United States."

Navini Networks Inc.