VocalTec Communications Ltd. (Nasdaq:VOCL),a leading global provider of carrier-class multimedia and voice-over-IP solutions for communication service providers, announced today that its expanded suite of interoperable solutions will be highlighted at the Spring 2006 VON Conference & Expo in San Jose. Comprised of trunking, peering, access gateway, and service delivery solutions, the suite of best-of-breed network connectivity solutions enables the flexible deployment of next-generation networks (NGNs).

VocalTec will present its integrated portfolio of proven solutions at Spring VON 2006, which includes:

— Essentra(TM) CX Media Gateway Controller: A scalable, carrier-grade SIP-based media gateway controller, Essentra(TM) CX enables wholesale and retail long-distance networks to migrate their legacy trunking networks to VoIP-based NGNs, while maintaining seamless connectivity to PSTN/SS7 services.

— Essentra(TM) EX Peering Manager: By fully addressing carriers’ requirements in the areas of protocol interworking, accounting/billing and routing, Essentra(TM) EX facilitates peering between SIP and/or H.323 networks.

— Essentra(TM) GATE: Enables any standards-based softswitch to control subscribers connected through V5.x and GR-303 access systems, Essentra(TM) GATE integrates legacy access infrastructure — including digital loop carriers, wireless local loop, FTTx, and cable — into the NGN core network.

— Essentra(TM) BAX Application Server: With the ability to scale up to millions of subscribers over time, the Essentra(TM) BAX server enables the delivery of residential and hosted enterprise VoIP services over any broadband infrastructure, helping service providers take advantage of evolving IP opportunities.

“Following the business combination between VocalTec and Tdsoft Ltd. in November 2005, VocalTec’s suite of best-of-breed, interoperable solutions is designed to enable an easy integration in multi-vendor environments,” said VocalTec EVP Marketing and Business Development Dan Ostroff. “Leveraging a unique combination of cutting-edge technologies and field-proven products, our expanded offering provides communications service providers with the missing link to any networking solution.”

VocalTec will present its NGN solution suite at booth #933 at Spring VON 2006 Conference & Expo in San Jose on March 15-17, 2006.

About VocalTec
VocalTec is a leading global provider of carrier-class multimedia and voice-over-IP solutions for communication service providers. A pioneer in VoIP technology since 1993, VocalTec provides proven trunking, peering, access gateway and service delivery solutions that enable flexible deployment of next-generation networks (NGNs).

Leveraging a unique combination of cutting-edge technologies and interoperable solutions, VocalTec maintains a solid track record of successful deployments worldwide. VocalTec has played a central role in the implementation and support of dozens of advanced telecom solutions, specializing in the smooth migration of voice networks from TDM to ATM and IP. Partnering with prominent system integrators and equipment manufacturers, VocalTec serves an installed base of leading carriers including Deutsche Telekom and Telecom Italia San Marino.

Designed for easy integration in multi-vendor environments, VocalTec’s best-of-breed solutions handle media processing, signaling, security and service creation within state-of-the-art NGN networks. VocalTec’s SIP-based solutions support a variety of protocols, including Megaco/H.248, MGCP, H.323, V5.2 and GR-303, and incorporate key elements of IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) architecture. Successfully anticipating industry trends and needs for over a decade, VocalTec helps service providers achieve a sustainable competitive advantage.

Following its 2005 acquisition agreement with Tdsoft, a leading provider of VoIP gateways, VocalTec is led by a new management team comprised of respected industry veterans. Company investors include international manufacturers, investment firms and carriers including Cisco Systems, HarbourVest Partners and Deutsche Telekom. www.vocaltec.com