Local Company hopes Atlantic Canada gets FAT

FatPort and SYLC Solutions Inc. announce their new association. As an authorized channel partner, SYLC will deploy FatPort's system in the Atlantic Provinces, making it Canadas only truly coast-to-coast Wi-Fi network, delivering Highspeed wireless Internet access to consumers.

Moncton, NB (PRWEB) August 12, 2003 -- SYLC Solutions Inc., a provider of Internet Solutions and Strategies for local business, is pleased to announce its new association with FatPort Corporation, a leading provider of wireless high-speed Internet access. As an authorized channel partner, SYLC will have the ability to 'unwire coffee shops, hotels and airports across Atlantic Canada using FatPorts technology. SYLC will further deploy FatPorts system in the Atlantic Provinces, making it Canadas only truly coast-to-coast Wi-Fi network.

As new locations or Hotspots" are added, consumers will be able to connect using wireless enabled laptops or PDAs at connection speeds approximately 60 times faster than traditional dial-up connections. Setting up a hotspot in location can be done in minutes, and provides the owners of the establishment a unique way of generating extra revenue, as well as increasing their client base. Consumers and business users see the lifestyle benefits of being able to get immediate high-speed Internet access when they're traveling for business or pleasure or seeking information while they're getting a coffee.

I have followed the progress of Wi-Fi technology for a while now and like where the Industry is going." says Brian Deveau, President of SYLC Solutions. FatPort has established itself very well and we are excited to have the opportunity to add to their growing network by servicing the Maritimes. It also fits well with our company model, being able to provide turnkey technology solutions to local companies."

Think globally, act wherever -- thats the mantra our customers live by. As such, FatPort needs to be able to offer access wherever they go," states Gary Stahlbrand, Director of Sales and Marketing, FatPort. By working with innovative and driven companies like SYLC Solutions, we can easily maintain our position as the largest WiFi network in Canada."

Users will have the option of purchasing pre-paid access cards or subscribing for a monthly fee, and will be able to use them in any enabled location globally. FatPorts technology can also enable special events with high-speed wireless Internet access.

About SYLC Solutions Inc.
SYLC provides local business with proven Internet Strategies and Solutions. Based in Moncton, SYLC offers a vast array of solutions including E-commerce, E-learning, CRM, ERP, Communication tools, webcasting, software development and IT consulting. It is also owns a WSI Internet and Education consulting Franchise, which gives it the ability to leverage their global e-marketplace. (www.sylc.ca)

About FatPort
FatPort is Canada's first and largest national wireless Internet service provider (WISP). Based in Vancouver, FatPort uses their custom-built FatPoint wireless access point that enables location owners to quickly establish a commercial FatZone. In each FatZone, FatPort allows anyone with a wireless-enabled laptop or PDA to access the Internet at speeds many times faster than cellular networks. FatPort is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ignition Point Technologies Corporation (TSX-VEN: IPN). (www.fatport.com).

For Further Information:
Media Contact:
Brian Deveau
SYLC Solutions Inc. 506-388-7952
Bdeveau@sylc.ca

Malcolm Mcdonald
Marketing Manager
FatPort Corporation
1-866-FAT-PORT
Malcolm@fatport.com