ANAHEIM, Calif. -- OFC 2002 -- Civcom, the inventor and providerof multi-function free-space technology solutions for next-generationoptical networks, today announced its Free-X 2x2 all-optical switch, thesecond in a growing family of SFS-based multi-function all-optical switches.Dr. David Mendlovic, Civcom founder and CEO states: "Civcom’s ability todevelop optical solutions at a very rapid pace is demonstrated by completingthe development phase of our Free-X 2x2 switches only a short while after we’ve announced the availability of samples of the Free-X 1x2 switch."We willsoon begin early customer testing of our new Free-X 2x2 switch and arecontinuously developing new products for the benefit of our customers.Free-X 2x2 complements our previous 1x2 switching solution. Both of thesesolutions are available in a fast or ultra-fast version with integrated VOAand multicast capabilities. These switching solutions cover the needs ofdifferent customers with distinctive preferences within similarapplications. Free-X switches are a step forward in integrating opticalfunctionality, by enabling practical, easily manageable, low footprint andcost-effective solutions."Civcom will be demonstrating its SFS-based switches at OFC in a ShowcaseEvent on March 20th, at 4:00PM in Room 204A. In addition, demonstrations ofthe Free-X switch’s high reliability and fast switching rate will beavailable in Civcom’s booth (Hall C, booth number 2942).Civcom Inc.For more information on OFC 2002, please visit: www.nottheofc.com