[February 04, 2004] Bonsai Networks Provides LinkSpot Networks with Wi-Fi Operational Support Services LinkSpot Networks, the leading provider for advanced communications services within RV parks, resorts and campgrounds, has selected an APS solution from Bonsai Networks to provide a consolidated back office billing and accounting solution as part of their comprehensive Wi-Fi access service. Bonsai Networks' BOSS (Bonsai Operational Support Service) delivers a centralized Wi-Fi billing, session management and portal service that ties all LinkSpot locations together, adding flexibility to increase the users' experience. Through BOSS, LinkSpot can offer a wider variety of service plans and features to its highly mobile customer base. "The last several years have seen a tremendous explosion in the numbers of Americans traveling across the country in Recreational Vehicles. When traveling, they expect to be able to maintain the same high level of connectivity with their friends and colleagues as when they are home," said Mark Kaplan, CTO of LinkSpot Networks. "We create 'LinkSpots' at high demand travel locations to provide our customers with high quality, reliable Internet connections. "The advanced capabilities Bonsai Networks BOSS solution will allow us to provide our users with additional flexibility while traveling including complete and transparent roaming between all LinkSpot locations," concluded Alan Kobran, President and CEO, LinkSpot Networks. "We are excited to be working with LinkSpot. We have developed BOSS to be delivered on an 'as needed,' services basis. This allows Bonsai Network's customers to deploy advanced Wi-Fi capabilities while avoiding large initial capital outlays," said Jim Pflaging, President and CEO, Bonsai Networks. "With BOSS, LinkSpot Networks can all of their users to access their network service from any of their more than 55 service locations across the United States," noted Pflaging. [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]