Inside Out Networks, the leading provider of Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectivity products and technology, announced at CeBIT the Waveport USB-to-Wireless LAN Adapter for wireless network expansion. "Waveport takes Inside Out Networks one gigantic leap forward with USB connectivity," said Stephen Popovich, company president and CEO "Wireless connectivity solves so many user and network managers' issues with connecting to the LAN. Imagine adding a user to your enterprise network without the expense and hassle of deploying new cabling, and without having to open up the PC to add a network interface card (NIC). The Waveport greatly simplifies network expansion, combining the ease of USB connectivity with the flexibility and mobility of wireless networking in a single, low-cost solution," commented Popovich. Microsoft endorses both USB and 1394 for PC network and peripheral connectivity because these new legacy-free connections ensure a true Plug and Play experience for the user. "The next generation of easier-to-use PCs will have some, if not all, of their key expansion external to the PC," stated Stacey Breyfogle, program manager for Windows Hardware Strategy at Microsoft Corp. "The default way to connect and install new devices will be to plug the device into a USB or 1394 connector on the outside of the PC. All new PCs are shipping USB-ready, so USB is a readily available connection method today." The Waveport connects via USB to legacy-free PCs, thin clients, laptops and desktops, supporting all Microsoft Windows operating systems, including the newly released Windows 2000. The Waveport installs in seconds, and is fully compliant with the IEEE 802.11b Standard. The wireless solution can support up to 11Mbps throughput - the same throughput as a wired LAN. Inside Out was the first and is the leading provider of USB high performance multiport serial, parallel, and hub connectivity solutions. Inside Out will be demonstrating its USB connectivity solutions at CeBIT Germany, USA Pavilion Hall 6, Stand H20, Booth L1-L3, on February 24 - March 1, 2000. About Inside Out Networks Inside Out Networks' comprehensive family of products simplifies connecting both legacy and USB peripherals to today's USB-equipped desktops, laptops, and servers. In addition to supporting the Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) platforms, Inside Out Networks also supports Power Mac(TM)(R) G3 and the iMac(R) platforms running Mac(TM)OS 8.5. Since its inception in 1997, the company has sold more than 10,000 units for use in point of sale (POS), remote access, mobile connectivity and industrial control applications. Inside Out Networks has developed solid relationships with many customers, including technology leaders such as NCR, IBM, Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft. Current end user customers include Mail Boxes Etc., Starbucks, Bose, VingCard, QuikTrip, Alitalia, Air Canada and many others. For more information on products and solutions from Inside Out Networks, visit www.ionetworks.com or call +1 512/306-0600. Note: Inside Out Networks, Inside Out, the Inside Out logo, Edgeport, Rapidport, Hubport and Waveport are trademarks of Inside Out Networks. iMac is a registered trademark, and Power Mac and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ots Originaltextservice: Inside Out Networks Internet: http://www.newsaktuell.de Contact: Terry Fagin, +1 512/306-0600, CeBIT onsite telephone 89-53889 Lacy Attuso, +1 512/327-8625 lacy@penninoandpartners.com