BAKERSFIELD, CA, August 8, 2001-WorldCom, Inc (NASDAQ: WCOM), the
leading global data and Internet company, today announced immediate
availability of its fixed-wireless MMDS (multichannel multipoint
distribution service) high-speed Internet access service in
Bakersfield. The new service will enable Bakersfield businesses to
directly connect to WorldCom's industry-leading global IP backbone
using one of the industry's most modern, cost-effective and simple
new broadband solutions.
WorldCom is a leader delivering MMDS fixed wireless solutions to
market as part of its strategy to enable its customers to conduct
e-business in the digital generation, generation d. In addition to
Bakersfield, WorldCom currently offers MMDS in Memphis, Jackson,
Baton Rouge and Chattanooga.
"WorldCom is committed to delivering speedy service
installation, guaranteed performance, reliability and full customer
support." said Kerry McKelvey, President and CEO for WorldCom
Broadband Solutions. "Bakersfield businesses can receive the
benefits of high-speed broadband Internet access in as little as five
to ten days, eliminating the wait that some companies have
experienced for other broadband services."
WorldCom's fixed-wireless service delivers reliable high-speed
Internet access with guaranteed performance up to 30 times faster
than a conventional dial-up modem to customers within 35 miles of a
centrally located transmittal tower. It is a quick and convenient
alternative to other broadband services and it can deliver an
immediate high-speed access opportunity for customers in areas where
DSL and cable broadband are unavailable.
The Gartner Group forecasts by 2005, the MMDS market share will
increase to 10 percent (from less than 1 percent in 2001) vs. other
competitive access technologies.
"WorldCom's fixed wireless service is changing the way Morgan
Keegan does business," said John Threadgill, Managing Director
for Information Technology at Morgan Keegan in Memphis. "Today,
we access the Internet for current market data, multimedia
commentary, and research. With this simple and effective broadband
solution, we are able to conduct business better than usual in a
quick, reliable, cost-effective manner."
WorldCom offers a wide range of high-speed access alternatives
including MMDS fixed-wireless, DSL, and fiber-optic technologies-to
provide custom-tailored, scalable solutions to meet individual
customer needs.
To get WorldCom Fixed Wireless service, business subscribers
should call 1-866-WCOM-FAST.
About WorldCom, Inc.
WorldCom, Inc. (Nasdaq: WCOM) is a preeminent global communications
company for the digital generation, generation d, operating in more
than 65 countries with 2000 revenues of approximately $39 billion.
WorldCom provides the innovative technologies and services that are
the foundation for business in the 21st century. For more
information, go to
http://www.worldcom.com.
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