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ViaSat LINKWAY VSATs Provide Networking for DataPath Mobile Military Communications Systems

Posted on: Monday, 11 July 2005, 12:00 CDT

CARLSBAD, Calif., July 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ViaSat Inc. is supplying high-performance LINKWAY(R) satellite communications networking equipment to DataPath, Inc. for mobile military communications. DataPath is a global telecommunications systems integrator specializing in satellite earth terminals and networks. The value of the DataPath contracts with ViaSat is approximately $7 million.

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DataPath is incorporating ViaSat Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) equipment into the DataPath ET Model 3000 Portable for battlefield communications, a compact, trailer-based satellite telecommunications earth terminal that provides sustained and reliable telecommunications in the field.

Incorporating ViaSat products into DataPath 3000 provides a mesh networking product that enables direct connections between remote locations without a central hub. The U.S. military uses the DataPath 3000 to connect to the Joint Network Node (JNN) initiative. The JNN takes advantage of up-to-date commercial satellites and Internet technology to increase bandwidth and enhance the reliability and agility of military communications. The JNN routes secure communications through commercial satellites and replaces circuit-switched voice with more efficient Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

"ViaSat provides proven products that meet our high standards for performance and reliability in mission-critical environments," said Andy Mullins, chief executive officer, DataPath, Inc. "Our strong relationship with innovators such as ViaSat is critical to quickly fulfilling the U.S. military's demand for our flexible and robust telecommunications solutions."

LINKWAY VSATs also include ViaSat Dynamic Bandwidth Resource Allocation technology that cuts satellite bandwidth costs through automatic, adaptive assignment and advanced coding. Quality of Service (QoS) features enable customers to establish priorities for different types of IP services.

About DataPath, Inc. (http://www.datapath.com/)

DataPath is a global telecommunications systems integrator specializing in satellite earth terminals and network solutions. DataPath's rapid deployment voice, video and Internet communications solutions deliver mission-critical connectivity in extreme environments. Founded in 1996, DataPath serves government and commercial customers throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Privately held, DataPath is headquartered in Duluth, Ga., and maintains offices in Tampa, Fla., Philippines and Europe.

About ViaSat (http://www.viasat.com/)

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. Products include satellite ground equipment, information security devices, tactical data radios, and communication simulators. ViaSat has a full line of VSAT products for data and voice applications, and is a market leader in Ka-band satellite systems, from user terminals to system gateways. ViaSat has locations in Carlsbad, CA, and Norcross, GA, along with its Comsat Laboratories division in Clarksburg, MD. Additional field offices are located in Boston, MA, Washington DC, Australia, Italy, China, India and Spain.

In addition, ViaSat's wholly-owned subsidiary, U.S. Monolithics, designs and produces monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) and modules for use in broadband communications. USM is based in Chandler, Arizona.

Safe Harbor Statement

Portions of this release, particularly statements about the performance of the LINKWAY system, may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. ViaSat wishes to caution you that there are some factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: ViaSat's ability to perform under existing contracts and obtain additional contracts; ViaSat's ability to develop new products that gain market acceptance; changes in product supply, pricing and customer demand; changes in relationships with, or the financial condition of, key customers or suppliers; changes in government regulations; changes in economic conditions globally and in the communications markets in particular; increased competition; potential product liability; infringement and other claims; and other factors affecting the communications industry generally. ViaSat refers you to the documents it files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, specifically the section titled Factors That May Affect Future Performance in ViaSat's Form 10-Ks and subsequent Form 10-Qs. These documents contain and identify other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in our projections or forward-looking statements. Stockholders and other readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. We undertake no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements.

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ViaSat Inc.

CONTACT: Bruce Rowe of ViaSat Inc., +1-760-476-2505

Web site: http://www.viasat.com/http://www.datapath.com/

Source: PRNewswire-FirstCall

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