Netwave Technologies Inc. Appoints James R. Baker VicePresident Of Engineering.

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 9, 1997--Netwave Technologies Inc., a leading developer of wireless local area network (WLAN) products, today announces the appointment of James R. Baker as vice president of engineering.

Baker will be responsible for the continued development

"In an emerging market such as wireless networking technology, building our team with individuals who possess expertise in the industry is essential," said Jerry N. Ulrich, president of Netwave Technologies Inc.

"Jim's technical expertise, impressive leadership skills and industry knowledge will significantly strengthen the Netwave team."

"Netwave has always been an innovator in the wireless LAN market. Our primary goal is to continue to lead the industry in the development of state-of-the-art wireless local area networking products based on the newly ratified IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN systems," said Baker.

"Joining an organization with the reputation Netwave has within the wireless industry is a great opportunity and I look forward to taking on the challenges this new position will present."

Baker brings to Netwave Technologies more than 25 years of experience in communications and information systems development, marketing, and sales. Prior to joining Netwave, Baker was the President and COO of MediaWise Networks of San Jose, Calif. Baker has also held executive level positions with Digi International, Loral Data Systems, and Harris Corporation.

Baker earned a master of science in systems management from the Florida Institute of Technology and holds a bachelor of science in electrical engineering from Clemson University. He currently resides in Pleasanton, Calif. with his wife Joyce.

About Netwave

Netwave Technologies is a leading developer and manufacturer of wireless connectivity products for users of portable PCs. The company also offers OEM solutions including full LAN systems or wireless transceiver cards for integration in other systems.

Netwave 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 established as a result of an employee-management buyout team that partnered 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 800-NETWAVE, or visit the company's Web site at www.netwave-wireless.com . -0-

NOTE: Netwave, AirSurfer Plus, are registered trademarks of Netwave Technologies Inc. All other product names are trademarks of their respective holders.

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