network stability

Editor's Corner

Sun, 18 Jun 2006 20:01:40 -0400

There's always lots of talk about mobility and WiFi security, but not much about the internal infrastructure IT organizations need to support, maintain and manage today's growing wireless networks. That's why an article at NetworkWorld caught my attention as it focuses on how some enterprises are managing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) deployment. While it used to be a matter of just monitoring network stability and determining bandwidth needs, today's networks also requires specific tweaking to boost voice applications and ensure top performance. It's an interesting and unique insight into the growing responsibilities of network administrators. -Judy

A VoIP phone for every kind of user

Sun, 11 Jun 2006 20:01:37 -0400

Given the number of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phones now hitting the market, it's easy to believe that VoIP will soon be a common technology within the enterprise. Avaya is the latest vendor to announce that it's rolling out new VoIP phones specifically for the enterprise user. There is a "walk-up" phone, built for lobby or conference room use, with a big screen and the functionality to let a company's telcom division install a phone directory through a desktop phone. The second model is termed an "everyday" use phone for non-communication heavy needs. The "essential user" phone is for the opposite user group--those who use the phone the most and offers up capabilities such as alerts, call prioritization and conference call ability. The "navigator" is for the user who manages calls within the enterprise such as an administrative staffer. Yet as experts note, the true value of any or all of these models is still tied to good voice capability and strong network stability. Article

How 3G technology is boosting business efforts

Sun, 25 Sep 2005 20:01:38 -0400

American Republic Insurance is using 3G to boost sales staff efforts when on the road, H&R Block is using it to power customer kiosks and temporary offices used during tax season and a commercial vehicle dealer relies on it when other network options slow down. 3G is finding a home in more enterprises each day due to connectivity ability, ease of configuration, low cost and good network speed.

As one communications consultancy has discovered, the performance and network stability provided by 3G not only helps spur business development through better and faster network access, it could prove to be a viable alternative to building a WiFi network at headquarters. The technology is proving to be a valuable option while companies wait for WiMax to evolve, which industry experts note isn't going to happen overnight.

In the meantime 3G will likely become pervasive within a few short years due to all its benefits. Learn how companies are benefiting from 3G and why it may be the panacea your enterprise needs until wireless broadband arrives as a solid third option in wireless networking.

For more on 3G capabilities:
- read this article at InfoWorld