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TEK DigiTel Introduces the V-Server iPRO
New Beta Partners Begin Testing in Asia and South America

GERMANTOWN, MD  -  January 23, 2001    TEK DigiTel Corp. today announced the introduction of a new version of the company's award winning V-Server VoIP (Voice over IP) customer premise equipment. The new V-Server iPRO builds on the V-Server iGATE's integration of data routing functionality with a VoIP Gateway in a more robust, scalable and cost effective solution.

The V-Server iPRO is a model level above the current iGATE product, equipped with 4 voice ports versus the 2-port iGate, thus accommodating an increased number of simultaneous VoIP calls. Using the underlying core technology and architecture of the iGATE, the iPRO has been designed as a more cost-effective product, by using standardized and widely available components. The iPRO's single LAN, ISDN and Dual-Ethernet interface enables compatibility with any method Internet access or network configuration. In addition, iPRO can be configured for FXS port or FXO port use facilitating corporate VPN support and the routing of calls to and from PSTN and PBX interfaces. The iPRO has been completely integrated into TEK's proprietary DDA (Dynamic Dialing Administrator) back-office platform, which enables flexible, fast and easy configuration for end users.

``Our customers have been asking for a more scaleable solution, and the iPRO fits their requirements,'' comments Thomas Yang, COO and Head of Sales and Marketing for TEK. ``We have designed this product to aggressively target the DSL, cable modem and the wireless marketplace. Through our increased sales and marketing efforts we have quickly secured both DSL and Wireless Beta partners for the iPRO in Asia and South America. We expect the iPRO to be available for shipping early in the second quarter 2001.''

TEK recently announced that it resumed trading on the OTCBB and will host a conference call January 30 at 4 pm EST to provide investors with a complete update on the results the company has produced to date and detail the company's vision for the future. This call will be accessible on a toll-free basis by dialing 1-800-273-9672 (no password required). For investors unable to join the call, a replay will be available from January 31 to Feb 6. The replay will be accessible by dialing 1-800-408-3053, password 670408. Investors with questions and topics of interest should contact Investor Relations in advance by telephone 1-888-393-4979 or email ir@tekdigitel.com.

About TEK DigiTel Corporation (http://www.tekdigitel.com)

Based in Germantown, Maryland, TEK DigiTel Corporation delivers integrated CPE (Customer Premise Equipment) communications solutions optimized for use in SOHO, small- and medium-sized businesses. Working with Service Providers and OEM partners, TEK is focused on integrating fax- and Voice-over-IP (VoIP) technologies with conventional PBX systems and data routing devices to create a low-cost, easy-to-use Internet communications hub. Founded in 1998, TEK is headed by a management team with extensive related experience gained at leading manufacturers and service providers including IBM, Data General, Hughes, Orbital Communications, Bell Atlantic, and GTE.

Statements made in this press release that are not historical or current facts are ``forward-looking statements'' made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Federal Securities Laws. Forward-looking statements represent management's best judgment as to what may occur in the future, but are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those presently anticipated or projected.