Eurotel Launches CDMA 450 EV-DO Network in Czech Republic

EURtel Praha, the largest provider of wireless voice and data services in the Czech Republic, has launched the industry's first CDMA2000 1xEV-DO network operating in the 450 MHz radio spectrum. The network, which was deployed across the Czech Republic in four months, offers advanced data services for broadband Internet access under the umbrella of "EURtel Data Express." The company is targeting both residential and selected business customers. Nortel Networks supplied the CDMA 450 equipment. CDMA 450 is a standard for use in countries transitioning to digital wireless service from Nordic Mobile Telephone (NMT) 450 analogue service, and in countries advocating universal access for voice and data. Financial terms were not disclosed. http://www.nortelnetworks.com