REPEAT/Netwave Technologies to demonstrate new WLANtechnology utilizing a draft of the IEEE 802.

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 24, 1997--Netwave Technologies, Inc., today announced that it will demonstrate new wireless LAN (WLAN) technology at Networld + Interop May 6-8, 1997, at booth No. 1235. The platform will incorporate new technology from AMD and Netwave, and will implement

The next-generation Netwave AirSurfer products will feature an enhanced frequency hopping radio and antenna technology that will provide significantly improved WLAN system and adapter performance through more even and consistent radio reception. The new radio technology will also provide higher network performance by improving the AirSurfer system's ability to automatically distribute and balance traffic load.

In addition, the next generation of Netwave's wireless LAN products will utilize AMD's PCnet(tm)-Mobile WLAN solution. The PCnet(tm)-Mobile solution delivers a sophisticated media access controller (MAC) device, protocol software and device drivers for various operating systems. The technology demonstration at Networld + Interop will show how AMD's new PCnet-Mobile device enables support for both the proven Netwave WLAN protocol and the soon-to-be-ratified IEEE 802.11 protocol

"When the 802.11 technology is available in future Netwave AirSurfer products, users will be able to deploy a WLAN system based on the proven Netwave protocol and later switch to the IEEE 802.11 industry standard once it is market-ready," said Jerry N. Ulrich, president and chief executive officer of Netwave. "The upgrade path will be an easy and seamless software upgrade, which will double data throughput, relative to previous protocols, since it will be able to take advantage of Netwave's new radio technology."

AMD and Netwave began collaborating in the development of WLAN technology in 1993, when Netwave was part of Xircom, Inc. Together they enhanced core Netwave technology to support the IEEE 802.11 WLAN standard.

"We are pleased to have teamed with one of the leading component providers in the networking industry," added Ulrich. "AMD's PCnet-Mobile solution offers superior integration, flexibility and sophistication."

"The existence of standards-based components will accelerate the mainstream acceptance of WLANs. WLAN system vendors can then focus their resources on adding value for the customer rather than reinventing protocols," said Bob Krueger, vice president and general manager of AMD's Network Products Division. "AMD is pleased to be partnering with Netwave to provide a complete solution for WLANs based on the proposed IEEE 802.11 standards. Our joint efforts are a significant step in bringing this technology to the mass market."

About AMD

AMD is a global supplier of integrated circuits for the personal and networked computer and communications markets. AMD produces processors, flash memories, programmable logic devices, and products for communications and networking applications. Founded in 1969 and based in Sunnyvale, CA, AMD had revenues of $2 billion in 1996. (NYSE:AMD).

About Netwave

Netwave Technologies is a leading developer and manufacturer of wireless connectivity products for users of portable PCs. The company is focused on providing solutions that integrate seamlessly with industry standard PC platforms and network operating systems that give users wireless access to critical information, resources and applications on local or enterprise-wide networks.

The Netwave wireless LAN development team was formed in 1992 as a business unit of Xircom, Inc., and shipped the industry's first wireless LAN adapter fully integrated on a PC card in 1995. In 1996, Netwave Technologies, Inc., was created as a result of an employee-management buyout, led by former Xircom Chief Operating Officer, Jerry Ulrich. The Netwave employee buyout team partnered in the asset purchase with Technitrol, Inc., a NYSE company that provides state-of-the-art component solutions for the high-speed LAN, computer peripherals and telecommunications industries. For more information on Netwave Technologies, Inc., and its AirSurfer products, call 1-800-NETWAVE, or visit the company's web site at www.netwave-wireless.com .

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