In the statement, Page 2, Column 1, line 27, "STORE-AND FORWARD" should be deleted, and, STORE-AND-FORWARD should be inserted. In the statement, Page 2, Column 2, line 39, "SYSTEM" should be deleted, and, SYSTEMS should be inserted. In the statement, Page 2, Column 2, lines 48 and 49, should be deleted, and, PRIORITY CLAIMED UNDER SEC. 44(D) ON SWEDEN APPLICATION NO. 98 04289, FILED 5-27-1998, REG NO. 333262, DATED 9-17-1999, EXPIRES 9-17-2009. should be inserted.