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BOINGO and PCTEL Partner for 2.5G Software; Boingo Integrating PCTEL's 2.5G Technology with Boingo Wi-Fi Client Software
CHICAGO & SANTA MONICA, Calif.--March 18, 2003--PCTEL, Inc. (Nasdaq:PCTI), a leading provider of Internet
access products and wireless mobility software, and Boingo Wireless, the largest aggregator of Wi-Fi hot spots for the wireless
industry, announced today a multi-year licensing agreement.
PCTEL will provide Boingo with software modules for Windows and
PocketPC platforms that will allow users of Boingo's leading Wi-Fi access software to connect to so-called "2.5G" data networks, in
particular GPRS, 1XRTT (CDMA) and iDEN systems. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
"Boingo is rapidly combining the largest aggregated network of over 1,200 Wi-Fi hot spots in hotels, airports, cafes and other public
spaces with 2.5G, into a single integrated offering," said Dave Hagan, president of Boingo. "Our customers, as well as the customers
of our major carrier and ISP distribution partners such as EarthLink and Fiberlink, will be able to stay connected wherever they go. At
a hot spot, they'll enjoy ultra-high-speed, low-cost Wi-Fi access. When not in a hot spot, they will be able to `fall back' to a 2.5G
network, all with the same client software and subscription account," added Hagan.
"We've communicated a simple message about our wireless networking mission," said Marty Singer, PCTEL's Chairman and CEO.
"We enable roaming and improve the user's experience; we work with anyone's network and the leading access hardware. We are
delighted that Boingo has acknowledged the value of our technology in accessing cellular data networks and we are excited to be
their supplier for these software modules," added Singer.
"PCTEL has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in 2.5G client technology, and we're excited to have them as a technology
supplier to Boingo," added Hagan.
About Boingo Wireless
Boingo Wireless, Inc. is an ultra-high-speed wireless Internet service now available in over 1,200 locations across the country, such
as hotels, airports, cafes, and other public places. Both directly and through major ISP and carrier partners, Boingo provides
business travelers with a wireless broadband Internet connection to improve productivity while on the road. Through its free Wi-Fi
software, Boingo makes finding and connecting to Wi-Fi networks point-and-click simple and secure. EarthLink founder and chairman
Sky Dayton founded Boingo in 2001 and serves as its CEO. More information about Boingo is available at http://www.boingo.com.
About PCTEL
PCTEL, founded in March 1994, is a leading provider of innovative and cost-effective Internet access solutions. PCTEL's products
include analog soft modems, DSP-based modems and WLAN software products (Segue(TM) product line) that simplify installation,
roaming, Internet access and billing. The company maintains a portfolio of more than 80 analog and broadband communications and
wireless patents, issued or pending, including key and essential patents for modem technology. The company's products are sold to
PC manufacturers, PC board and card manufacturers, wireless carriers, wireless ISPs, software distributors, and system integrators.
PCTEL headquarters are located at 8725 West Higgins Road, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60631. Telephone: 773-243-3000. For more
information, please visit our web site at: http://www.pctel.com.
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