Hughes Selects Trillium Wireless Protocol Software and Trillium Professional Services from Continuous Computing

Business Wire, Dec 17, 2007

Global Leader in Satellite Broadband Networks and Services Turns to 3G / 4G Wireless Technology Provider for Standards-Based Software

SAN DIEGO -- Continuous Computing([R]), global provider of integrated systems and services that enable telecom equipment manufacturers to rapidly deploy Next Generation Networks (NGN), today announced that Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), the global leader in satellite broadband networks and services, selected Trillium([R]) Wireless protocol software for its new mobile 3G satellite base station subsystem (SBSS). Continuous Computing's standards-based and integrated Trillium 3G / 4G wireless software will leverage 3GPP standardized cellular technology - typically used in cellular base stations to meet the requirements of a satellite system - in the development of Hughes' SBSS product line. Specifically, Trillium GTP, RANAP, PDCP, and SIGTRAN protocol software will be used for the satellite base station environment.

"Hughes is a leader in developing standards-based 2G / 3G and 4G solutions for the converging mobile satellite and cellular markets, including satellite base station subsystems (SBSS) and a variety of handheld and transportable terminals," said Matthew Mohebbi, vice president of the MobileSat Division of Hughes. "Our ETSI-standard GMR1 air interface is an industry flagship and follows cellular's 2G / 3G and 4G standards roadmap. By choosing Trillium's wireless protocol software and Continuous Computing's expertise in 3G / 4G wireless technology, we not only ensure standards compatibility, but also accelerate time-to-market and improve product reliability."

Hughes' selection of Continuous Computing's standards-based wireless technology underscores an emerging industry trend of telecommunications equipment manufacturers selecting commercial, off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions for their time-to-market, cost, and performance benefits. This approach is becoming increasingly appealing to equipment manufacturers over solutions built in-house which require development from the ground up, necessitating additional internal resources, time, and costs. Continuous Computing's Trillium 3G / 4G wireless software provides proven functionality for facilitating mobile communications along with customized support.

"We worked with Hughes throughout the entire development process in order to understand their specific architecture and customize a solution to best fit their needs," said Mike Dagenais, president and chief executive officer at Continuous Computing. "Continuous Computing is eager to embrace this emerging industry trend by applying our robust Trillium software and professional service solutions to new, exciting markets, such as the satellite and government sectors."

Continuous Computing's Trillium 3G / 4G wireless software enables the rapid development of wireless network equipment while reducing project risk, complexity, and cost and accelerating time-to-market. Coupled with Trillium Professional Services, this portfolio encompasses all of the requirements of 3G and emerging 4G architectures. Trillium 3G / 4G wireless software represents a robust, proven, and flexible solution that can meet the demanding and specific requirements of communications networks, including the Hughes mobile 3G satellite base station subsystem.

To learn more about Continuous Computing Trillium 3G / 4G Wireless software technology, please visit www.ccpu.com/products/trillium/3g4gwireless.html.> About Hughes Network Systems

Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES) is the global leader in providing broadband satellite networks and services for large enterprises, governments, small businesses, and consumers. HughesNet([R])encompasses all broadband solutions and managed services from Hughes, bridging the best of satellite and terrestrial technologies. Hughes has shipped more than 1.2 million systems to customers in over 100 countries. Its broadband satellite products are based on the IPoS (IP over Satellite) global standard, approved by the TIA, ETSI, and ITU standards organizations.

Headquartered outside Washington, D.C., in Germantown, Maryland, USA, Hughes maintains sales and support offices worldwide. Hughes is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:HUGH). For additional information, please visit www.hughes.com.

About Continuous Computing

Continuous Computing([R]) provides integrated systems and services that enable telecom equipment manufacturers to rapidly deploy Next Generation Networks (NGN). More than 150 customers worldwide benefit from the company's unique blend of customized professional services, Trillium([R]) protocol software, AdvancedTCA and CompactPCI systems, and BladeCenter hardware. Continuous Computing helps customers reduce platform lifecycle costs, optimize data delivery, and accelerate deployments of NGN, 3G Wireless, and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) infrastructure. The company is ISO-9001 certified and is based in San Diego with development centers in China and India. For more information, visit www.ccpu.com.