"We knew this technology was innovative and this award just further confirms it. There is nothing else on the market that can stretch your 802.11 operational range like the AirEqualizer," said Art Reisman, CEO of APconnections. "With our technology, you simply identify the overly taxed APs and selectively replace them with AirEqualizers. The rest of your network technology remains unchanged."

APconnections adapted the award-winning technology behind its widely popular NetEqualizer network optimization appliance in order to create the AirEqualizer. When the access point is congested, the AirEqualizer's fairness algorithm favors business class applications so that large downloads don't slow down latency sensitive applications such as VoIP and video as well as ERM, CRM and other business critical applications.

In addition to the equalizing technology, AirEqualizer comes with standard commercial AP features, including authentication, billing, re-direction, routing, and firewall protection. The AirEqualizer can also be used as a proven hidden node solution.

Like the NetEqualizer, the AirEqualizer is designed to fit easily into any network with minimal setup time. The technology doesn't require users to purchase products from any single equipment supplier, like many other hidden nodes solutions.

Additional information on the AirEqualizer can be found in the product white paper at http://www.netequalizer.com/Hidden_Node_White_Paper.php.

AirEqualizer is now available in Western Europe exclusively through APconnections' distribution partner Ai Bridges. For more information on Ai Bridges, visit their Web site at http://www.Aibridges.ie.

In addition to its existing access point capabilities, the AirEqualizer can now be used as a proven hidden node solution. Like the NetEqualizer, the AirEqualizer is designed to fit easily into any network with minimal setup time. In addition, the technology doesn't require users to purchase products from any single equipment supplier, like many other hidden nodes solutions.

Curious if an AirEqualizer is right for you?

• Do you suspect congestion at your access points?
• Is your topology 802.11?

If you answered yes to these two questions, then the AirEqualizer might be the access point solution you've been looking for.

Pricing is as follows:

• $800 for single units
• $600 per unit for purchases of five or more

($150 for one hour of support suggested and is not included in regular price. EU pricing may differ. Contact aibridges.ie for all EU inquires.)

For more details about the AirEqualizer, contact us via e-mail at admin@apconnections.net or give us a call at 303-997-1300, extension 102.

At 10:15, Art will present "Using Intelligent Bandwidth Control to Maximize Your Network Performance." He will explore the business of shared Internet bandwidth, discussing both the amount that organizations should purchase as well as the different types of technology that can be used to optimize existing bandwidth resources.

He will offer an in-depth look at the optimization technology available and explain what administrators can expect from these potential solutions. Both the pros and cons of bandwidth control will be discussed, as well as alternative options that exist to alleviate and prevent network congestion, such as simply adding more bandwidth. Art will draw from his years of experience working with network optimization technology to provide a clear and well-rounded picture of the industry today and the future of the field.

If you're in the area, be sure to stop by!

For more details about the NetEqualizer CALEA probe, contact us via e-mail at admin@apconnections.net or give us a call at 303-997-1300, extension 102.

Additional information about CALEA regulations can be found at askcalea.net.

Art will be presenting on bandwidth management technology at 10 a.m. He will be joined Rapier Systems presenting on wireless microwave networks, Redline Communications presenting on broadband wireless access technologies and also Vegastream presenting on VOIP technology

Places are limited so please reserve a place by contacting Kevin Hayes at ++353 (0) 65 6848768 / ++353 or via email at info@aibridges.ie.

This will be a great opportunity for existing and potential customers to see the full capabilities of the NetEqualizer. If you're in the area, be sure not to miss it!

For more details, contact us via e-mail at admin@apconnections.net or give us a call at 303-997-1300, extension 102. We look forward to hearing from you.