Corel and PCTEL Deliver First Linux®-Compatible Software Modem
Sep 5th, 21:02 UTC
Partnership Provides Flexible, Cost-effective Internet Connectivity Solution for Linux® Systems
Milpitas, CA -- September 5, 2000 -- Corel Corporation (NASDAQ: CORL, TSE: COR) today announced it will partner with PCTEL, Inc. (NASDAQ: PCTI), a global leader in innovative and reliable communication technologies, to bring the industry's first Linux®-compatible software modem to market.
This latest use of PCTEL's popular host signal processing (HSP) technology will soon give consumers low-cost, Internet-enabled devices incorporated in future versions of Corel® LINUX® OS. To date, software modems have not been well supported on Linux because they were designed initially for the Windows® operating system. This deal offers users utilizing Corel LINUX OS the power to effortlessly connect to the Internet.
"This partnership furthers Corel's ever expanding hardware support within Corel LINUX OS," said Derek J. Burney, president and chief executive officer at Corel Corporation. "We are excited to introduce one of the industry's first Linux-compatible software modems. Corel and PCTEL are working together to usher in a new era of communications."
"There is significant customer interest in Linux-based Internet access devices, driving the need for a cost-effective, compatible connectivity method," said Peter Chen, chief executive officer of PCTEL. "By working with an industry leader like Corel Corporation to bundle our drivers with their software, we can deliver a solution that allows manufacturers to link the benefits of our software-based modem technology with the reliability and flexibility of the Linux operating system."
"One of the reasons consumers have been reluctant to try the Linux operating system is due to a lack of compatible connectivity solutions," noted Bill Claybrook, research director for Aberdeen Group. "PCTEL's software-based modem addresses this issue and gives consumers an easy-to-use option with the Corel LINUX OS."
The HSP ModemTM offers hardware manufacturers a faster time to market and higher system reliability at a lower cost. Perhaps more importantly, these software-based solutions are much more flexible than traditional hardware modem technology. They enable users to easily upgrade their modems and offer international compatibility through simple downloads.
ABOUT PCTEL
Founded in March 1994, PCTEL is a leading developer and supplier of cost-effective, software-based connectivity solutions that enable high speed Internet access and other communications applications through emerging Digital Subscriber Line, wireless broadband and existing analog networks as well as existing broadband networks. PCTEL's communications products are designed to enable widespread Internet access and other communication applications through PCs and alternative access devices. PCTEL products are available to PC and data communications equipment manufacturers, as well as a variety of vertical market OEMs. PCTEL is located at 1331 California Circle, Milpitas, Calif., 95035. Telephone: (408) 965-2100. Fax: (408) 895-0173. For more information on PCTEL products, visit the PCTEL website at http://www.pctel.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the statements made contained in this release which are not related to historical facts may be deemed to contain forward-looking statements, including but not limited to statements regarding deployment of the company's products, demand for the company's products and the success of strategic relationships. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the company's dependence on strategic third parties to market and resell its services, intense competition for the company's products, dependence on growth in demand for DSL-based services and other risks and uncertainties detailed in the company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The Company disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.
PC-TEL, HSP56 Modem and HSP Modem are trademarks of PCTEL.
Corel Corporation
Corel Corporation is an internationally recognized developer of award-winning business productivity, graphics and operating system solutions on the Windows®, Linux®, UNIX®, Macintosh® and JavaTM platforms. Corel also develops market-leading, Web-based solutions including applications, contents, e-commerce and online services. For access to these services and more information go to www.corel.com or www.corelcity.com. Corel is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Corel's common stock trades on the NASDAQ Stock MarketK under the symbol CORL and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol COR.
This press release contains statements that are forward looking as that term is defined by the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results will differ due to factors such as shifts in customer demand, product shipment schedules, product mix, competitive products and pricing, technological shifts and other variables. Readers are referred to Corel's most recent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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CONTACTS:
Shawn Owens
PCTEL, Inc.
408-965-2127, ext. 2127
shawn_owens@pctel.com
Louise Hanlon
Corel Corporation
(613) 728-0826 ext. 5288
louiseh@corel.com
Rachel Berry
Sterling Communications
(253) 853-5030
rberry@sterlingpr.com
(Submitted by Rachel V. Bery of Sterling Communications)
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