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Worldwide Computer Products News-26 March 2001-Xircom introduces new wireless LAN system (C)1995-2001 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http:// www.m2.com US-based Xircom has unveiled the Wireless Ethernet Access Point, its new wireless local area network (WLAN) system for small and medium sized businesses. Based on the IEEE 802.11b specification, the system offers data rates of up to 11 Mb/s. Other features include the provision of secure indoors access for up to 30m at 11Mb/s and up to 90m at lower speeds, support for up to 64 simultaneous users per access point, a sleek and compact design and 40b and 128 WEP encryption security options. The Wireless Ethernet Access Point will be available in Europe, the Middle East and Africa in May priced at GBP240. Xircom will also release the Wireless Ethernet Starter Kit, which includes the Access Point and two Xircom CreditCard wireless Ethernet adapters. The kit will cost GBP446. ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected]))