Net2Phone Inc. and network solutions
provider 3Com Corp. Tuesday agreed to
marry their technologies to develop modems for Internet telephony.
Net2Phone’s (NTOP)
software enables computer users to place calls from a multimedia computer to
any telephone, PC, or fax machine anywhere in the world at reduced rates.
Through integration with the 3Com’s (COMS)
desktop and internal modems, the companies expect to increase modem usage as
well as Internet telephony usage, enabling lower cost phone calls worldwide
at high quality.
“3Com’s modem customers are a natural customer base for Net2Phone,” said
Yonah Lloyd, vice-president of business development for
Net2Phone. “Net2Phone and 3Com will expand and enhance that Internet
experience, allowing them to enjoy real-time conversations in PC-to-Phone or
PC-to-PC mode and sending their voice as an e-mail attachment.”
3Com offers e-networking solutions through information access products and
network systems.
Net2Phone provides voice-enhanced Internet communications services to
individuals and businesses worldwide.