New interconnect provides seamless Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) options for US Signal customers.
Grand Rapids MI, October 28, 2010 -- US Signal, a leading provider of MPLS data networks and dedicated Internet access in the Midwest, today announced its selection of Broadvox as their first preferred SIP provider. US Signal and Broadvox have established a dedicated connection providing US Signal Internet customer’s seamless access to the Broadvox VoIP/SIP services.
Utilizing VoIP on the US Signal network, customers have experienced unmatched voice service while reducing monthly phone bills. Now with the US Signal and Broadvox peering relationship, US Signal Internet customers can enjoy same QoS provided excellence previously unavailable when using VoIP over the Internet. US Signal customers adding SIP trunking services from Broadvox can access the Public Switched Telephone network (PSTN) without expensive local PSTN gateways and costly ISDN Primary Rate Interfaces (PRIs).
“US Signal is excited to launch our “Preferred SIP Provider Program” and we targeted Broadvox as our first preferred SIP provider because of their robust product offering and history of excellence. We are very happy about our peering connection and the simplicity it brings to meeting our customers VoIP and SIP trunking needs” said Steve Vander Pol, product manager for US Signal. “Using the US Signal network with QoS to access Broadvox SIP services provides the customer with a dedicated connection backed by a strong Service Level Agreement to ensure a high level of voice quality.”
“Broadvox is very pleased to offer its services to customers of US Signal. US Signal has a well-deserved reputation for delivering quality broadband and service,” said David Byrd, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “US Signal has an experienced and growing channel to sell and support its markets. This peering relationship will enable Broadvox to provide SIP Trunks to expand those revenue opportunities and an industry leading SLA.”
About US Signal
The US Signal debt-free, fiber optic network is one of the largest, fully deployed networks in the Midwest, covering Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Missouri and Wisconsin. With more than 7,000 miles of long-haul fiber and over 900 miles of fiber optic metro rings in strategic tier-one, tier-two and tier-three markets, the US Signal optical backbone features Cisco Systems Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology and is designed with a SONET, redundant architecture. All of US Signal’s services are delivered over this protected network to ensure resiliency, flexibility and scalability.
About Broadvox
Founded in 2001, Broadvox is a worldwide leader in providing integrated managed VoIP services to SMBs, enterprises and carriers. It has deployed one of the largest, full-featured global VoIP networks and is trusted by more than 250 telecommunications carriers, CLECs, ISPs and several thousand enterprises to terminate and originate over ten billion minutes annually. The Broadvox network operations center provides the reliability, security and quality of service required by the world’s most discriminating customers. Broadvox offers SIP Trunking, SIP origination and termination services and hosted communications solutions. Broadvox is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Please visit www.Broadvox.com for additional information.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
ASG Software Solutions Wins EMA's Best BSM Platform Integration
Earns "Strong Value" Rating throughout Report; Scores High in Overall Product Strength.
Naples, FL, USA, Wednesday, October 28, 2010 -- ASG Software Solutions, a worldwide leader in business solutions for global enterprises, today announced that its Application-Aware Network Performance Management solution has been recognized as the recipient of Enterprise Management Associates (EMA's) Best BSM Platform Integration as part of EMA's Radar Report™ for Application-Aware Network Performance Management (ANPM) Q3 2010.
Additionally, ASG earned a "strong value" rating throughout the report.
ASG's ANPM solution is a highly-customizable and integrated platform that includes ASG's BSP Network and User Service Alignment, ASG-TeVISTA Expert, ASG-Sentry, ASG's metaCMDB and ASG-TMON for Web-Based Applications.
This Radar Report™ evaluated 18 vendors and compared their ability to deliver basic and advanced application awareness across a wide range of network and application technologies. Vendors were evaluated on various criteria including: architecture, integration, functionality, deployment, administration, cost, and vendor strength.
Quotes
Jim Frey, Research Director, Enterprise Management Associates
"A significant strategic objective in a growing number of IT organizations is the implementation and achievement of effective Business Service Management (BSM). While this strategy almost always originates outside of and reaches far beyond the networking team, ASG has recognized that ANPM data can be extremely useful in bringing business service, process, and user experience performance intelligence to BSM."
Report Excerpts
"ASG has been in the business of delivering IT management solutions for nearly 25 years, making them one of the longest standing independent providers in the market. Along the way, ASG has developed a crystal clear vision of integrated business service management and the role that ANPM plays."
"Integration is where the ASG solutions shines perhaps most brightly. The solution is designed to work closely with the ASGmetaCMDB but also supports CMDB/CMS products from all of the big four management software vendors."
"As one of the strongest BSM solution providers in this study, ASG's BSP (Business Service Portfolio) solution spans all IT domains with elegance. As part of a broader solution, ASG has assembled a remarkably strong lineup of ANPM tools and capabilities, particularly in the areas of Web application discovery, recognition, and analysis."
"The ASG solution is one of the few in this study that fully supports all four ANPM data source types, and finished well up the rankings in terms of overall product strength."
Report Highlights: ASG's Business Service Management Solution
Solution sheets:
Full report: EMA Radar Report™ for Application-Aware Network Performance Management Q3 2010
About the EMA Radar Report
The EMA Radar Report delivers an in-depth analysis of industry-leading vendors and vendor products, including their overall market position in comparison with other vendors. This information is laid out in an easy-to-decipher, detailed Radar Chart - which includes the composite score for each vendor – making it simple to see how vendors measure up in the market, as well as against other vendors. The EMA Radar report also provides a detailed discussion of methodology and criteria, a high-level market segment overview, a comprehensive analyst write-up on each vendor, as well as an evaluation of software products based on five key dimensions: Ease of Deployment and Administration, Cost Advantage, Architecture and Integration, Functionality, and Vendor Strength.
About EMA
Founded in 1996, Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) is a leading industry analyst firm that specializes in going "beyond the surface" to provide deep insight across the full spectrum of IT and data management technologies. EMA analysts leverage a unique combination of practical experience, insight into industry best practices, and in-depth knowledge of current and planned vendor solutions to help its clients achieve their goals. Learn more about EMA research, analysis, and consulting services for enterprise line of business users, IT professionals and IT vendors at www.enterprisemanagement.com or follow EMA on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ema_research.
About ASG | www.asg.com
ASG provides a full range of practical software solutions that help IT organizations lower costs, save time, and make proactive decisions that drive business success. Best known for its broad portfolio of best-value, results-driven technologies, ASG partners with 85 percent of the world's largest companies to optimize IT service delivery in both mainframe and distributed environments. Founded in 1986, ASG is a privately held global company based in Naples, Fla., with more than 70 offices worldwide.
Naples, FL, USA, Wednesday, October 28, 2010 -- ASG Software Solutions, a worldwide leader in business solutions for global enterprises, today announced that its Application-Aware Network Performance Management solution has been recognized as the recipient of Enterprise Management Associates (EMA's) Best BSM Platform Integration as part of EMA's Radar Report™ for Application-Aware Network Performance Management (ANPM) Q3 2010.
Additionally, ASG earned a "strong value" rating throughout the report.
ASG's ANPM solution is a highly-customizable and integrated platform that includes ASG's BSP Network and User Service Alignment, ASG-TeVISTA Expert, ASG-Sentry, ASG's metaCMDB and ASG-TMON for Web-Based Applications.
This Radar Report™ evaluated 18 vendors and compared their ability to deliver basic and advanced application awareness across a wide range of network and application technologies. Vendors were evaluated on various criteria including: architecture, integration, functionality, deployment, administration, cost, and vendor strength.
Quotes
Jim Frey, Research Director, Enterprise Management Associates
"A significant strategic objective in a growing number of IT organizations is the implementation and achievement of effective Business Service Management (BSM). While this strategy almost always originates outside of and reaches far beyond the networking team, ASG has recognized that ANPM data can be extremely useful in bringing business service, process, and user experience performance intelligence to BSM."
Report Excerpts
"ASG has been in the business of delivering IT management solutions for nearly 25 years, making them one of the longest standing independent providers in the market. Along the way, ASG has developed a crystal clear vision of integrated business service management and the role that ANPM plays."
"Integration is where the ASG solutions shines perhaps most brightly. The solution is designed to work closely with the ASGmetaCMDB but also supports CMDB/CMS products from all of the big four management software vendors."
"As one of the strongest BSM solution providers in this study, ASG's BSP (Business Service Portfolio) solution spans all IT domains with elegance. As part of a broader solution, ASG has assembled a remarkably strong lineup of ANPM tools and capabilities, particularly in the areas of Web application discovery, recognition, and analysis."
"The ASG solution is one of the few in this study that fully supports all four ANPM data source types, and finished well up the rankings in terms of overall product strength."
Report Highlights: ASG's Business Service Management Solution
- ASG compared favorably to a field of participants, ranking at or above average in most measures of ANPM functionality, and showed particular relative strength in the areas of alerting/alarming, active controls, and visualization/reporting.
- ASG offers a true cross-domain BSM solution and promotes the perspective that ANPM, along with other domain viewpoints, should be aligned with business services as a starting design point.
- ASG is one of the few vendors that tightly integrates Web application and analysis into an ANPM solution.
Solution sheets:
| ASG's metaCMDB | ASG-TMON for Web-Based Applications | |
| ASG-TeVISTA Expert | ASG-Sentry |
About the EMA Radar Report
The EMA Radar Report delivers an in-depth analysis of industry-leading vendors and vendor products, including their overall market position in comparison with other vendors. This information is laid out in an easy-to-decipher, detailed Radar Chart - which includes the composite score for each vendor – making it simple to see how vendors measure up in the market, as well as against other vendors. The EMA Radar report also provides a detailed discussion of methodology and criteria, a high-level market segment overview, a comprehensive analyst write-up on each vendor, as well as an evaluation of software products based on five key dimensions: Ease of Deployment and Administration, Cost Advantage, Architecture and Integration, Functionality, and Vendor Strength.
About EMA
Founded in 1996, Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) is a leading industry analyst firm that specializes in going "beyond the surface" to provide deep insight across the full spectrum of IT and data management technologies. EMA analysts leverage a unique combination of practical experience, insight into industry best practices, and in-depth knowledge of current and planned vendor solutions to help its clients achieve their goals. Learn more about EMA research, analysis, and consulting services for enterprise line of business users, IT professionals and IT vendors at www.enterprisemanagement.com or follow EMA on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ema_research.
About ASG | www.asg.com
ASG provides a full range of practical software solutions that help IT organizations lower costs, save time, and make proactive decisions that drive business success. Best known for its broad portfolio of best-value, results-driven technologies, ASG partners with 85 percent of the world's largest companies to optimize IT service delivery in both mainframe and distributed environments. Founded in 1986, ASG is a privately held global company based in Naples, Fla., with more than 70 offices worldwide.
XShot LLC Launches Innovative iPhone 4 Case with Detachable Tripod Adapter for Taking Great Pictures and Making HD Films
XShot LLC is once again extending the capabilities of the iPhone with its new all-in-one sleek hard case providing full protection, with an innovative detachable tripod adapter that works in both landscape and portrait modes.
SANTA BARBARA, CA, October 28, 2010 -- XShot, the creator of the popular XShot Camera Extenders is pleased to announce the new innovative XShot iPhone 4 Case with detachable tripod adapter, exclusively designed for the new iPhone 4. Now users can mount their iPhone 4 to tripods, camera extenders, and other stabilizing devices with ease and versatility.
“We wanted to leverage iPhone 4’s improved camera capabilities and provide users with a simple way to take great pictures and make videos on the go with a solid case that integrates the ability to mount it to any tripod and use it in both landscape and portrait modes. To accomplish this objective, we listened to our customers and designed the new case around three core concepts: full protection, versatility and functionality. The new case allows users to simply attach the XShot tripod adapter unlike other tripod adapters that require users to remove their iPhone case." said Michael Daoud, co-founder of XShot.
The multipurpose XShot iPhone 4 Case has it all:
• Protection: Sleek hard case with full enclosure to fully protect the iPhone 4 and also acts as a bumper for good reception.
• Innovation: The XShot iPhone 4 case features an innovative and slim design for the attachment of a universal tripod adapter that can be used in both landscape and portrait modes.
• Versatility: Two-piece slim case that is easy to snap on and remove to use with docking devices and speakers.
• Functionality: Ideal for use with the new FaceTime feature and dual cameras. Excellent for iPhone 4 camera stabilization especially when taking photos and making HD films.
• BONUS! Comes with a mini flex tripod perfect to view or record great content.
"We designed the XShot iPhone 4 case to provide full protection and versatility for iPhone 4 camera users,” said John Stump, co-founder and engineer of the XShot. “The new front facing camera inspired us to push the envelope on design since it’s a perfect match for the XShot camera extenders. The two and a half feet of reach the Pocket XShot camera extender provides allows users to take great pictures or videos rather than a mug shot at arm's length. Being able to attach a tripod or a monopod is also great for photo and film enthusiasts."
The XShot iPhone 4 Case retails for $24.95 and will be available end of November, 2010 at www.xshot.com. Pre-sale orders begin on October 26, 2010. The Pocket XShot camera extender and the iPhone 4 case can also be purchased together as a bundle for a special price of $39.90. Exclusive preorder offer: enter sneakpeekIP4 at checkout to receive an additional $5 off your purchase until 11/12/10.
More information about the iPhone 4 Case at http://xshotpix.com/iphone4case.php.
About XShot LLC
XShot LLC is a leading innovator in the camera accessory market. XShot LLC produces the popular XShot telescopic camera extenders that attach to any compact digital camera or hand-held video camera (including the Flip) so that the photographer can be part of the picture too. Depending on the camera extender model, the XShot telescopic extenders can increase a person’s reach by up to 3 feet and close to a mere 6.5 inches. Everyday photographers no longer have to try and stretch their arms as far as possible to get a picture, let alone capture the full background. The XShot camera extenders are precision-engineered devices that are durable and compact. This digital camera accessory has become popular with travelers, social media users, bloggers, honeymooners, outdoor lovers, families, and digital scrapbook fans.
For more information about the XShot and the other products including the XShot Kayak Mount, please visit www.xshot.com.
SANTA BARBARA, CA, October 28, 2010 -- XShot, the creator of the popular XShot Camera Extenders is pleased to announce the new innovative XShot iPhone 4 Case with detachable tripod adapter, exclusively designed for the new iPhone 4. Now users can mount their iPhone 4 to tripods, camera extenders, and other stabilizing devices with ease and versatility.
“We wanted to leverage iPhone 4’s improved camera capabilities and provide users with a simple way to take great pictures and make videos on the go with a solid case that integrates the ability to mount it to any tripod and use it in both landscape and portrait modes. To accomplish this objective, we listened to our customers and designed the new case around three core concepts: full protection, versatility and functionality. The new case allows users to simply attach the XShot tripod adapter unlike other tripod adapters that require users to remove their iPhone case." said Michael Daoud, co-founder of XShot.
The multipurpose XShot iPhone 4 Case has it all:
• Protection: Sleek hard case with full enclosure to fully protect the iPhone 4 and also acts as a bumper for good reception.
• Innovation: The XShot iPhone 4 case features an innovative and slim design for the attachment of a universal tripod adapter that can be used in both landscape and portrait modes.
• Versatility: Two-piece slim case that is easy to snap on and remove to use with docking devices and speakers.
• Functionality: Ideal for use with the new FaceTime feature and dual cameras. Excellent for iPhone 4 camera stabilization especially when taking photos and making HD films.
• BONUS! Comes with a mini flex tripod perfect to view or record great content.
"We designed the XShot iPhone 4 case to provide full protection and versatility for iPhone 4 camera users,” said John Stump, co-founder and engineer of the XShot. “The new front facing camera inspired us to push the envelope on design since it’s a perfect match for the XShot camera extenders. The two and a half feet of reach the Pocket XShot camera extender provides allows users to take great pictures or videos rather than a mug shot at arm's length. Being able to attach a tripod or a monopod is also great for photo and film enthusiasts."
The XShot iPhone 4 Case retails for $24.95 and will be available end of November, 2010 at www.xshot.com. Pre-sale orders begin on October 26, 2010. The Pocket XShot camera extender and the iPhone 4 case can also be purchased together as a bundle for a special price of $39.90. Exclusive preorder offer: enter sneakpeekIP4 at checkout to receive an additional $5 off your purchase until 11/12/10.
More information about the iPhone 4 Case at http://xshotpix.com/iphone4case.php.
About XShot LLC
XShot LLC is a leading innovator in the camera accessory market. XShot LLC produces the popular XShot telescopic camera extenders that attach to any compact digital camera or hand-held video camera (including the Flip) so that the photographer can be part of the picture too. Depending on the camera extender model, the XShot telescopic extenders can increase a person’s reach by up to 3 feet and close to a mere 6.5 inches. Everyday photographers no longer have to try and stretch their arms as far as possible to get a picture, let alone capture the full background. The XShot camera extenders are precision-engineered devices that are durable and compact. This digital camera accessory has become popular with travelers, social media users, bloggers, honeymooners, outdoor lovers, families, and digital scrapbook fans.
For more information about the XShot and the other products including the XShot Kayak Mount, please visit www.xshot.com.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Global Knowledge Supports National Cyber Security Awareness Month with Discounted Cyber Security Training
Global Knowledge, worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, today announced it is supporting National Cyber Security Awareness Month by offering a $300 discount on featured cyber security courses during October.
Cary, NC, October 06, 2010 -- Global Knowledge, worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, today announced it is supporting National Cyber Security Awareness Month by offering a $300 discount on featured cyber security courses during October.
"With our broad-based security curriculum that includes the latest in cyber security training, IT professionals learn best practices and techniques to protect their networks from cyber attacks, hackers, and data theft," explained Jayson Ferron, Networking/Security Practice Leader at Global Knowledge. "We are thrilled to support National Cyber Security Awareness Month by offering savings on our cyber security courses."
National Cyber Security Awareness Month was established in October 2004 by the Department of Homeland Security, the National Cyber Security Alliance, and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center to bring awareness to the growth of Internet-based crime, highlight the need to protect and defend cyberspace, and encourage the public to protect their computers and the national cyber infrastructure.
Learn more about discounted cyber security training from Global Knowledge during October or about the company's comprehensive security training curriculum at www.globalknowledge.com.
About Global Knowledge
Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, with more than 1,200 courses that span foundational and specialized training and certifications. Our core training is focused on Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, VMware, Red Hat, business process improvement, and leadership development. We deliver via training centers, private facilities, and the Internet, enabling our customers to choose when, where, and how they want to receive training programs and learning services.
Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe. Learn more at www.globalknowledge.com.
Press Contact:
Nancy Enloe
Director, Marketing Communications
Global Knowledge
nancy.enloe@globalknowledge.com
(919) 460-3267
http://www.globalknowledge.com
Cary, NC, October 06, 2010 -- Global Knowledge, worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, today announced it is supporting National Cyber Security Awareness Month by offering a $300 discount on featured cyber security courses during October.
"With our broad-based security curriculum that includes the latest in cyber security training, IT professionals learn best practices and techniques to protect their networks from cyber attacks, hackers, and data theft," explained Jayson Ferron, Networking/Security Practice Leader at Global Knowledge. "We are thrilled to support National Cyber Security Awareness Month by offering savings on our cyber security courses."
National Cyber Security Awareness Month was established in October 2004 by the Department of Homeland Security, the National Cyber Security Alliance, and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center to bring awareness to the growth of Internet-based crime, highlight the need to protect and defend cyberspace, and encourage the public to protect their computers and the national cyber infrastructure.
Learn more about discounted cyber security training from Global Knowledge during October or about the company's comprehensive security training curriculum at www.globalknowledge.com.
About Global Knowledge
Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, with more than 1,200 courses that span foundational and specialized training and certifications. Our core training is focused on Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, VMware, Red Hat, business process improvement, and leadership development. We deliver via training centers, private facilities, and the Internet, enabling our customers to choose when, where, and how they want to receive training programs and learning services.
Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe. Learn more at www.globalknowledge.com.
Press Contact:
Nancy Enloe
Director, Marketing Communications
Global Knowledge
nancy.enloe@globalknowledge.com
(919) 460-3267
http://www.globalknowledge.com
Whole World Into a Five-Inch Screen
Introducing the Dell Streak. The perfectly-sized, go-anywhere entertainment, social connection and navigation device. Features include:
Source : Dell- Widescreen display optimally designed for mobile Web, video and movies
- Integrated social networking widgets and apps, plus tons of apps through the Android™ Marketplace
- Crystal-clear, scratch-resistant Gorilla® glass screen
- Google Maps™ with navigation and text-to-voice, turn-by-turn directions with Street View
- Multitasking Google Android OS that gives you the freedom to do what you want
The perfectly sized, go-anywhere device
Watch, listen, play and connect with a 5" high-quality screen that fits perfectly in your hands.
Get face time, any time.
Facebook® , Twitter™ , Gmail, a phone call — however you like to stay connected6, the Streak keeps the lines of communication open. The Streak is a full-function 3G phone with IM and SMS/text capabilities, plus you can take photos for sharing using the rear-facing camera with dual-LED flash. Integrated real-time Facebook and Flickr® upload abilities put your photo or video online in no time.
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