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First Avenue Networks and WindChannel Communications Partner on
Hybrid Network
Marriage of Licensed and Unlicensed Forms Ideal Business Model
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. and RALEIGH, N.C., June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- First
Avenue Networks (OTC:FRNS) (BULLETIN BOARD: FRNS) , the holder of one of the
nation's most expansive portfolios of licensed spectrum, and WindChannel
Communications, a Raleigh-based provider of high-speed wireless Internet
connectivity and data transfer services, today announced the build-out of
WindChannel's licensed fixed wireless network.
WindChannel Communications is leasing spectrum from First Avenue Networks to
cost-effectively build out its hybrid networks in six markets throughout North
Carolina and South Carolina. WindChannel is using licensed spectrum for
multiple applications, such as aggregating pops and providing building-to-
building connectivity for metro customers, enterprise connectivity, customer
access and backhaul.
"Having easy and affordable access to First Avenue Networks' licensed spectrum
has enabled us to optimize our network," said Randy Choplin, chairman and CEO,
WindChannel Communications. "The ability to cost-effectively utilize licensed
spectrum for numerous applications throughout our network gives us extreme
flexibility to better meet the needs of our customers."
Background - WindChannel Communications
A fixed wireless broadband provider, WindChannel is focused on building out the
next generation of WiMax networks. It has a rapidly growing subscriber base,
which is comprised of medium to large enterprises, city and municipality
private networks and carriers seeking last mile local loop solutions to connect
to their customers.
WindChannel utilizes a hybrid of networking infrastructure and wireless and
wireline technologies, including fiber, 5.8 GHz unlicensed spectrum, emerging
802.16 WiMax equipment and First Avenue Networks' 39 GHz licensed spectrum.
Prior to leasing licensed spectrum from First Avenue Networks, WindChannel was
primarily using unlicensed spectrum for last mile connectivity. The need to
build out a secure, carrier-class backbone and cost-effective point-to-point
connections attracted WindChannel to First Avenue's offering.
WindChannel is also utilizing licensed spectrum to provide building-to-
building connectivity for municipalities looking for an economical way to
create fiber extensions. It installed a "wireless fiber" connection between
The City of Raleigh's municipal buildings, connecting the main location, which
has voice and data facilities, to a new building located a mile away. Replacing
the Telco interface with First Avenue's licensed spectrum enabled this customer
to save upwards of $3,000 to $5,000 a month in carrier facilities charges.
The Impact of First Avenue Networks' Licensed Spectrum
The easy and cost effective option of leasing licensed spectrum parlayed into a
number of networking advantages for WindChannel. By utilizing licensed
spectrum to connect facilities and increase network stability and reliability,
WindChannel was able to migrate the use of unlicensed spectrum almost
exclusively to connecting end users. The company can now deploy links using
the most appropriate spectrum, thus creating its ideal business model.
"We always knew that our perfect business model would involve the marriage of
licensed and unlicensed, but the economics were never in place," added Choplin.
"First Avenue's Express Link lease offering created an affordable means to
utilizing licensed spectrum. The ability to create carrier-class, 'wireless
fiber links' is what truly enables us to run an economical, hybrid network."
"At First Avenue Networks, we are focused on stimulating industry growth," said
Dean Johnson, president and CEO, First Avenue Networks. "Our objective is to
facilitate expansion for service providers, a fact which is exemplified in our
work with WindChannel. We have designed offerings that enable service
providers to fill emerging market needs as they discover the economics behind
building hybrid networks."
"The ability to lease through First Avenue will enable us to economically
deploy hundreds of links to connect our facilities using licensed spectrum,
which will conserve our unlicensed spectrum for end-user connectivity. This
mix-and-match capability is what drives the efficiency, profitability and
high-quality performance of a hybrid network," Choplin concluded.
First Avenue Networks launched the industry's first spectrum leasing products,
Express Link and Express Net, immediately following the FCC secondary markets
ruling in October 2003. The products were developed to enable service
providers to easily and cost-effectively integrate licensed fixed wireless into
their networks.
About First Avenue Networks
First Avenue Networks (OTC:FRNS) (BULLETIN BOARD: FRNS) , the holder of one of
the nation's most expansive 39 GHz license portfolios, is committed to
providing the fastest, simplest, most cost-effective way for telecommunication
providers to build reliable, high-speed networks. First Avenue Networks' 39
GHz licensed spectrum leasing products, Express Link and Express Net, simplify
and reduce many of the barriers traditionally associated with deploying fixed
wireless broadband networks. First Avenue Networks holds over 750 FCC-issued
licenses for 39 GHz spectrum, covering virtually the entire United States. For
more information, please visit the company's web site at
http://www.firstavenet.com/ or call (301) 524-5900.
About WindChannel Communications
WindChannel Communications, headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., provides businesses
throughout the Southeast with high-speed Internet connectivity and data
transfer solutions. The company has constructed a carrier class IP network
that deploys next generation broadband wireless technologies to deliver
bandwidth without wires. WindChannel combines leading-edge technology with
world-class customer care to meet the rising demand for secure, reliable and
flexible bandwidth solutions faster and more affordably than traditional
wireline providers. To learn more about fixed wireless broadband technology or
WindChannel Communications, visit http://www.windchannel.com/ or call
919-532-0435.
The above information includes forward-looking statements regarding securities
trading and provision of services. These statements are not guarantees of
future performance. Known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors,
including without limitation, capital constraints, changes to the strategy and
business plan, customer demand, technological risks, ability to manage growth,
competition and government regulation may cause actual results to differ
materially from the future results implied or expressed in the forward-looking
statements. The Company does not undertake to update or revise its
forward-looking statement publicly even if experience of future changes make
clear that any projected results expressed or implied herein will not be
realized.
DATASOURCE: First Avenue Networks
CONTACT: Linda Pitt of GAJ Services Inc., +1-859-291-1005,
, for First Avenue Networks; or Evans Mullan of First
Avenue Networks, +1-301-524-5900, ; or Tom Darden of
WindChannel Communications, +1-919-532-0435 ext. 234,
Web site: http://www.firstavenet.com/
http://www.windchannel.com/