1. What is the Venturi client?

The Venturi client increases data throughput performance up to 5x when accessing the Internet over a wireless connection. This means that you’ll have fast online access wherever and whenever you travel.

The Venturi Client also improves the coverage of your data connection.  In other words, your applications (web browsing, email, ftp, etc.) will perform well even when signal conditions are not optimal.

For more information please refer to the Venturi Client Help Guide.

2. What operating systems does the Venturi client support?

- Windows Vista SP1 Ultimate, Business, Home Premium and Home Basic editions both 32-bit and 64-bit.

- Windows XP SP2 and SP3 both 32-bit and 64-bit and Windows 2000 SP4.

- Mac OS (10.4-10.5)

- Windows Mobile 5/6

- Symbian S60 coming soon

NOTE: Venturi Wireless recommends upgrading to the full service pack and not using evaluation copies of these systems.

3. What are the system requirements to run the Venturi client?

• An operating system that is supported by the Venturi client.  Supported operating systems are listed in #2, above.
• 32 MB RAM, 6 MB disk space
• An Internet or network connection
  
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1. How can I upgrade my current Venturi client?

Venturi is customized and distributed by service providers; you must contact your service provider directly to request a Venturi client upgrade.

2. Can I download the Venturi client wirelessly?

Due to the size of the file the download time can be lengthy. Thus, Venturi Wireless’ web site note of caution: 'This file IS NOT meant to be downloaded wirelessly, and if done so, all usage charges will apply.'

If you downloaded the file wirelessly, we suggest that you contact your service provider and ask them about any usage charges which you may or may not incur (depending on your service plan).

3. Do you have a Venturi client that runs on Linux?

Venturi does not offer a client that runs on Linux at this time.

4. Is it possible to download Venturi client upgrades online?

Your service provider determines the distribution methods for its customized Venturi client. To find out if the latest Venturi upgrade is available online, please visit your service provider's Web site, or contact them directly.

5. When will I receive my Venturi client CD?

Venturi is customized and distributed by your service provider. If you are waiting to receive the latest version of the Venturi client, please contact your service provider directly.

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