CIC PlugLab will test for compliance with HomePNA's initial technical specification, which enables the use of existing in-home telephone wires to transfer digital information without impacting regular telephone service. These events will provide proof-positive that the Alliance and its members are fulfilling their pledge to open standards and interoperability. HomePNA is breaking new ground in the home networking market, and we are proud to be a part of this effort. In this unique event, member company phoneline networking products were connected with comparable products from other member companies in order to test their interoperability.
Interoperability is a key to enabling mass consumer adoption of home networks.
This plugfest event was a major success for the entire Alliance. We connected eight separate member company products, and clearly demonstrated our commitment to compatibility and interoperability. The CIC helps divergent industry sectors develop compatible products so that homeowners and professional installers can be confident in the ease of interoperability among CIC PlugLab approved products. CIC's charter is to establish and support the home network industry and is made up of more than 50 member companies in a variety of industries who offer products and services that comply with the CEBus standard.