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Host Media Processing Software Available Now From NMS Communications

Posted on: Monday, 3 May 2004, 06:00 CDT

PacketMedia(TM) HMP for Windows and Linux Delivers Unsurpassed

Scalability, Freedom from Hardware-Based Development & Distribution

¶ NMS Communications (NASDAQ: NMSS) announced that its PacketMedia HMP media processing software is available now to ISVs as well as to OEMs and telecom solution developers who want to realize significant benefits in flexibility and substantial cost savings in their development and support cycle as well as throughout their supply chain operations. These benefits derive from software that runs on general purpose PCs with standard operating systems like Windows and Linux, performing all the functions previously only available with the addition of special-purpose hardware. With PacketMedia HMP, application developers can create their application once and deliver it in wide range of systems, sizes and configurations, for the lowest TCO, or total cost of ownership. PacketMedia HMP is the most recent example of NMS' commitment to enabling the hardware-to- software transformation of much of the telecom industry. ¶"The telecom revolution is finally here," said Mark Winther, group vice president, Worldwide Telecommunications, at IDC Research. "The move from hardware to software is changing the rules for operators, application developers and ultimately, the telecom sector as a whole. Technologies like PacketMedia HMP change the rules, allowing both enterprise and carrier organizations to cost effectively and quickly deploy new services, without serious hardware investments or network disruptions. This is the new face of telecom development."¶ As part of the Open Access(TM) product framework, (www.nmscommunications.com/OpenAccess), PacketMedia HMP gives developers the freedom and flexibility to build high-value media processing applications in a single unified development environment and then run and deploy on their "silicon of choice" including general-purpose PCs. Developers can build highly reliable applications that scale to handle from 8 to thousands of IP sessions, providing the industry's most cost-effective solution even at the lowest densities -- making VoIP offerings an affordable reality, not only for service providers but also for small and mid-size businesses. ¶ PacketMedia HMP supports the development of IP-based applications that can be deployed in heterogeneous PSTN and IP or IP-only networks, extending the life of current solutions and easing circuit-to-packet migration. Additionally, using the Natural Access(TM) development environment, new NMS customers will quickly appreciate the complete, easy-to-use development environment, while current NMS customers will have the benefit of a familiar development tool.

¶ About NMS Communications

¶ NMS Communications (Nasdaq: NMSS) is a leading provider of communications technologies and solutions, enabling new enhanced services and efficient networks that help our customers grow their revenues and profits. Visit www.nmscommunications.com for more information.

¶ Statements in this document expressing the beliefs and expectations of management regarding future performance are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's expectations as of the date of this document and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, uncertainty in communications spending, the implementation of the Company's strategic repositioning and market acceptance of the Company's new solutions strategy, quarterly fluctuations in financial results, the Company's ability to exploit fully the value of its technology and its strategic partnerships and alliances, the availability of products from the Company's contract manufacturer and product component vendors and other risks. These and other risks are detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2003. In addition, while management may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, management specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if its estimates change. Any reference to our website in this press release is not intended to incorporate the contents thereof into this press release or any other public announcement.

¶ NMS Communications, PacketMedia HMP, and Open Access are trademarks of NMS Communications Corporation. All other product or corporate references may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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