Established in 1993, Metalink is a fabless semiconductor company that develops and markets high performance xDSL chipsets for telecommunications and data communications. Capitalizing on proven expertise in DSP, modem and VLSI design, Metalink provides networking equipment vendors with xDSL-based chipsets that solve network bandwidth access bottlenecks quickly and cost effectively. Its top level team of algorithmic designers and its leadership in the US and European Telecommunications Standards bodies, has established Metalink as a recognized leader in the field of xDSL technology. With over 1.5 million chips already deployed in the field, Metalink is emerging as a leading supplier of Internet access xDSL solutions. Today's consumers demand fast and affordable Internet and Intranet access, therefore service providers are jockeying to provide the best solutions.
User needs for bandwidth vary widely.