Lucent Technologies showcases communications networks for the next generation at CeBIT 2000

Lucent Technologies, the world`s largest telecommunications equipment supplier, is be showcasing next generation networking solutions that give service providers, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and enterprise customers the systems, software and services required for advanced solutions today, and for the future.

"Next-generation networks are what is driving the new economy," said Ben Verwaayen, Lucent`s vice chairman. "It`s not only about the Internet, it`s much more than that. It`s optical and wireless networks; open, programmable networks that pave the way for new innovative applications; it`s high-speed broadband access and the services and support that ensure quality and reliability. That`s what Lucent is about."

To address the high-growth optical networking market, Lucent has announced the industry`s first high-speed optical networking system capable of bringing 10-gigabit (OC-192/STM-64) networking capacity directly to ISPs. Lucent also unveiled seven other 10-gigabit networking products as it rounds out the industry`s most comprehensive 10G portfolio.

In Hall 11, stand E51 and Hall 16, stand B06/B08, Lucent is demonstrating its broad portfolio of converged data and voice solutions, with the design, build and implementation services offered by NetworkCareSM professional services. Communications applications for data and voice services over IP networks will demonstrate the critical quality of service and `always on` reliability features needed for seamless, secure and reliable IP-based networks.

The company is also demonstrating seamless connectivity from the core network to the desktop with Lucent Collaborative Video technology.

In Hall 11, stand E51, Lucent`s Solutions for Enterprise Networks

• Enterprise Infrastructure: Solutions that satisfy expansive demands for campus backbone and high performance workgroup environments including Cajun IP, ATM and multiservice switches, frame relay and policy-based solutions, wireless LAN, gigabit cabling and more

• NetworkCare SM: Lucent`s VitalSuite 7.0 enables management, IT and service providers to monitor and manage the network, applications and business performance to meet IT service level agreements.

• Access Solutions: Lucent`s AnyMedia portfolio will deliver the latest business solutions including covering Voice over ATM and IP, VPN and more.

• Optical Networking: Including the industry`s only wireless optical solution - OpticAir -- in additional to Metropolitan solutions, among others

In Hall 16, stand B06/B08, what Lucent has in store for Service Provider Networks

• Programmable Networks: Next-generation broadband services and applications using open programmable platforms, third party developers and application service providers.

• Next Generation Mobility: Lucent is offering fixed and mobile solutions that include 3G wireless and wireless Internet access

• Messaging Solutions for Service Providers: Making it easier to communicate across multiple networks and in various media. Lucent`s Unified Messenger transforms Microsoft Exchange into a unified messaging environment for business customers and Wireless Data Server delivers a wide range of unified messaging services to wireless customers.

• Customer Relations Management: Lucent`s CRM solutions harness the power of the Internet with e-business applications that take customer service and management to new levels.

• High Speed Access: For delivering advanced, revenue-generating services, including DSL, ATM, edge and core solutions

• Next Generation Networks: Featuring Lucent`s advanced and multiservice core optical data networking solutions. The industry-leading Nexabit terabit router switch will be on display. In addition, Lucent`s broad optical networking portfolio which covers solutions from the desk top, to wireless optical, and include the WaveStar TDM 40 Express prototype which can deliver all the traffic on the Internet today in one second.

• Internet Applications/Convergence: For applications with QoS that rival the public network, check out Lucent`s VPNs, industry leading remote access, Internet Call Waiting and 7R/E Packet Solutions

• NetworkCare services: is unmatched in its ability to provide a total solution through all phases of a network`s lifecycle: from planning, implementation, integration, operations and support.

• Management Solutions: designed to offer reduced operating costs, faster provisioning, and improved network performance.

At CeBIT 2000, Lucent leadership is hosting and leading discussions on the latest market issues and industry trends. These top executives include:

• Ben Verwaayen, Vice Chairman

• Harry Bosco, President of Optical Networking group

• Lance Boxer, Group President of Communications Software

• Dave Johnson, President of International for Enterprise Networks

• Eric van Amerongen, CEO of Lucent in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region

• Viesturs Vucins, President of Enterprise Networks, EMEA

• Vince Molinaro, Business Development Director, EMEA