Cloud Communications Editorial Archive
SimpleSignal, Intelisys Partner to Offer Cloud Migration Training for Channel Partners
5/15/2012
SimpleSignal, a provider of cloud communications and collaboration (UC&C) solutions, has formed a partnership with Intelisys, a master agent company, to provide education and training to channel partners to help them migrate to the cloud. The cloud communications market is growing at a fast pace and Intelisys has hopped right aboard that train, delivering to its cloud communications partners through acquisitions and industry partnerships.
5/15/2012
SimpleSignal, a provider of cloud communications and collaboration (UC&C) solutions, has formed a partnership with Intelisys, a master agent company, to provide education and training to channel partners to help them migrate to the cloud. The cloud communications market is growing at a fast pace and Intelisys has hopped right aboard that train, delivering to its cloud communications partners through acquisitions and industry partnerships.
SMBs Quickly Embrace Cloud Communications as they Search for Better DR Strategies
5/14/2012
For those naysayers who contend that the typical small- to medium-sized business (SMB) is not yet ready for cloud communications services, think again, as a recent survey released by Symantec Corp. found that SMBs' desire to be better prepared for disasters is leading SMBs quickly down the path of virtualization, cloud computing and mobility.
5/14/2012
For those naysayers who contend that the typical small- to medium-sized business (SMB) is not yet ready for cloud communications services, think again, as a recent survey released by Symantec Corp. found that SMBs' desire to be better prepared for disasters is leading SMBs quickly down the path of virtualization, cloud computing and mobility.
Twilio Offers Cloud Communications APIs to Windows Azure Customers
5/9/2012
Cloud communications services provider Twilio has formed a partnership with Microsoft to make Twilio's voice and messaging APIs easily available to Windows Azure customers. The partnership allows Windows Azure developers to leverage Twilio's voice and messaging APIs to develop innovative cloud apps. Developers can receive a starting credit of 1,000 free text messages or inbound voice minutes with sign up.
5/9/2012
Cloud communications services provider Twilio has formed a partnership with Microsoft to make Twilio's voice and messaging APIs easily available to Windows Azure customers. The partnership allows Windows Azure developers to leverage Twilio's voice and messaging APIs to develop innovative cloud apps. Developers can receive a starting credit of 1,000 free text messages or inbound voice minutes with sign up.
Get Ready for the Email Spam Fight with Cloud Communications Company GFI's Solution
5/7/2012
We've all been there; we've received an email that looks harmless enough from one of our friends or family members with a cool link in it and clicked on it, only to discover that we have now brought a virus to our computers. And in today's IT world which is dominated by hackers and computer geniuses, email threats have become more prevalent than ever.
5/7/2012
We've all been there; we've received an email that looks harmless enough from one of our friends or family members with a cool link in it and clicked on it, only to discover that we have now brought a virus to our computers. And in today's IT world which is dominated by hackers and computer geniuses, email threats have become more prevalent than ever.
Cloud Communications: Protect Your Computer Systems Against Virus Attacks
5/2/2012
When it comes to security risks and potential breaches, one thing is certain: hackers don't discriminate. In the past, most viruses were written for PCs, however, in today's technology environment both PC and Mac platforms are popular targets for malware writers and attacks. A recent white paper published by GFI Software - a provider of cloud communications services - outlines recent Mac malware attacks and offers specific strategies to secure both PCs and Macs.
5/2/2012
When it comes to security risks and potential breaches, one thing is certain: hackers don't discriminate. In the past, most viruses were written for PCs, however, in today's technology environment both PC and Mac platforms are popular targets for malware writers and attacks. A recent white paper published by GFI Software - a provider of cloud communications services - outlines recent Mac malware attacks and offers specific strategies to secure both PCs and Macs.
SingleHop Unveils a New Mobile App for iOS and Android Platforms
5/1/2012
SingleHop Inc., a dedicated server and cloud hosting provider specializing in mobile administration tools, announced the launch of its new mobile app for iOS and Android platforms.
5/1/2012
SingleHop Inc., a dedicated server and cloud hosting provider specializing in mobile administration tools, announced the launch of its new mobile app for iOS and Android platforms.
VoIP Customers, VARS to Benefit from Cloud Communications Offering
4/30/2012
A joint technology and marketing offering between cloud communications provider Covista Communications and full service distributor, Forerunner Telecom, will provide value added resellers with a one-stop solution for all their telecommunications needs. Forerunner will now offer Covista's cloud-based phone system, Select Choice, with its ADTRAN, Polycom and Professional Service expertise, creating a turnkey, cloud-based solution for SMBs, according to company officials.
4/30/2012
A joint technology and marketing offering between cloud communications provider Covista Communications and full service distributor, Forerunner Telecom, will provide value added resellers with a one-stop solution for all their telecommunications needs. Forerunner will now offer Covista's cloud-based phone system, Select Choice, with its ADTRAN, Polycom and Professional Service expertise, creating a turnkey, cloud-based solution for SMBs, according to company officials.
NetSuite Cloud Software Ranks High, SPI Report Highlights Benefits
4/25/2012
NetSuite's cloud PSA and SRP software once again has emerged as a winner for the fourth consecutive year. Currently, NetSuite leads the Professional Services Automation (PSA) market with a 26 percent market share in 2011. This achievement has been reported by the SPI Research 2012 Professional Services Maturity Benchmark Report, which also names NetSuite customers like Siemens PLM Software, NetSuite, Architech and Advent Software, as being the "Best of the Best."
4/25/2012
NetSuite's cloud PSA and SRP software once again has emerged as a winner for the fourth consecutive year. Currently, NetSuite leads the Professional Services Automation (PSA) market with a 26 percent market share in 2011. This achievement has been reported by the SPI Research 2012 Professional Services Maturity Benchmark Report, which also names NetSuite customers like Siemens PLM Software, NetSuite, Architech and Advent Software, as being the "Best of the Best."
TCN and Finance Express to Offer Cloud-based Communication Services to Automobile Finance Clients
4/25/2012
TCN, Inc. recently announced that it will be collaborating with Finance Express to provide the automobile finance industry with comprehensive cloud-based communications services. Finance Express is one of the leading experts on online services and web-based technology for the independent dealer market.
4/25/2012
TCN, Inc. recently announced that it will be collaborating with Finance Express to provide the automobile finance industry with comprehensive cloud-based communications services. Finance Express is one of the leading experts on online services and web-based technology for the independent dealer market.
Are You Wearing Your IT Admin Too Thin? Cloud Communications Company's Survey Says Yes
4/24/2012
If you are an IT administrator, your day might sound a little like this: Wake up and check your work email, praying that nothing catastrophic happened overnight. Head to work and spend the majority of your day putting out fires. Try to convince the higher ups to adopt some of those great new technologies like cloud, VoIP, SIP or virtualization - and explain to them what those terms mean. Head home and pop in two Tylenol and go for a run on the treadmill, desperately trying to rid yourself of the stress of the job.
4/24/2012
If you are an IT administrator, your day might sound a little like this: Wake up and check your work email, praying that nothing catastrophic happened overnight. Head to work and spend the majority of your day putting out fires. Try to convince the higher ups to adopt some of those great new technologies like cloud, VoIP, SIP or virtualization - and explain to them what those terms mean. Head home and pop in two Tylenol and go for a run on the treadmill, desperately trying to rid yourself of the stress of the job.
Cloud Communications: What Makes a Cloud a Cloud?
4/23/2012
In the IT industry especially, people like to throw around the term "cloud computing"…a lot these days. Let's face it: there are a lot of versions of "cloud computing" and definitions vary based on who you are talking to, whether it's an IT engineer, a marketing vice president or your basic layman (or laywoman).
4/23/2012
In the IT industry especially, people like to throw around the term "cloud computing"…a lot these days. Let's face it: there are a lot of versions of "cloud computing" and definitions vary based on who you are talking to, whether it's an IT engineer, a marketing vice president or your basic layman (or laywoman).
F5 Demos BIG-IP Solutions for Microsoft Private Cloud
4/20/2012
Since F5 Networks Inc., a provider of virtualization, cloud computing and on-demand IT, has been planning to roll-out BIG-IP solutions, compatible with Microsoft System Center 2012, as well as private cloud.
4/20/2012
Since F5 Networks Inc., a provider of virtualization, cloud computing and on-demand IT, has been planning to roll-out BIG-IP solutions, compatible with Microsoft System Center 2012, as well as private cloud.
Hosted Vs. On-Premise: Email Security Critical to Cloud Communications
4/17/2012
Security continues to rank high on the list of concerns among CXOs considering shifting their communications to the cloud. Although more organizations are moving their email to the cloud and cloud-based email security is growing in acceptance in some sectors, moving security off premise continues to be a concern in relation to hosting solutions.
4/17/2012
Security continues to rank high on the list of concerns among CXOs considering shifting their communications to the cloud. Although more organizations are moving their email to the cloud and cloud-based email security is growing in acceptance in some sectors, moving security off premise continues to be a concern in relation to hosting solutions.
Cloud Communications Promises Cost Benefits
4/10/2012
There is an ongoing push toward cloud communications as this platform can provide considerable benefits to the enterprise and the SMB. And, now that a number of providers have helped to calm the fears that a several companies have had regarding this seemingly vulnerable platform, the benefits can be more easily attainable.
4/10/2012
There is an ongoing push toward cloud communications as this platform can provide considerable benefits to the enterprise and the SMB. And, now that a number of providers have helped to calm the fears that a several companies have had regarding this seemingly vulnerable platform, the benefits can be more easily attainable.
Cloud Communications Company GFI Releases VIPRE Report for March 2012
4/10/2012
GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications solutions, has released its VIPRE Report for March 2012, saying that it's a collection of the 10 most prevalent threat detections encountered last month. The company's top 10 threat detection list has been compiled after going through the collected scan data of GFI VIPRE Antivirus customers. Company officials said that these customers are part of GFI's ThreatNet automated threat tracking system.
4/10/2012
GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications solutions, has released its VIPRE Report for March 2012, saying that it's a collection of the 10 most prevalent threat detections encountered last month. The company's top 10 threat detection list has been compiled after going through the collected scan data of GFI VIPRE Antivirus customers. Company officials said that these customers are part of GFI's ThreatNet automated threat tracking system.
GFI VIPRE Desktop Software Development Kit Provides Edge in Fight against Malware
4/3/2012
Most everyone, at one time or another, has had to face a threat of malware in their systems. If not addressed promptly and thoroughly, it can result in loss of data, identity theft, or even the complete destruction of a system. GFI Software's VIPRE's Desktop Software Development Kit looks to add some serious firepower in the ongoing war against malware of every sort.
4/3/2012
Most everyone, at one time or another, has had to face a threat of malware in their systems. If not addressed promptly and thoroughly, it can result in loss of data, identity theft, or even the complete destruction of a system. GFI Software's VIPRE's Desktop Software Development Kit looks to add some serious firepower in the ongoing war against malware of every sort.
AWS Taps Eucalyptus as Private Cloud Communications Ally
4/2/2012
Amazon Web Services' move to partner with Eucalyptus Systems is one of the most savvy cloud communications alliances to take place thus far in 2012. Amazon Web Services teamed up with Eucalyptus Systems, a provider of on-premises infrastructure-as-a-service software (IaaS), to help its customers more efficiently migrate workloads between their existing data centers and AWS while working across both environments.
4/2/2012
Amazon Web Services' move to partner with Eucalyptus Systems is one of the most savvy cloud communications alliances to take place thus far in 2012. Amazon Web Services teamed up with Eucalyptus Systems, a provider of on-premises infrastructure-as-a-service software (IaaS), to help its customers more efficiently migrate workloads between their existing data centers and AWS while working across both environments.
Cbeyond Launches Remote Migration to Simplify Cloud Transition
3/27/2012
IT and communications provider Cbeyond has released its remote migration service aimed at helping guide small and medium-sized businesses through a successful transition to a cloud server.
3/27/2012
IT and communications provider Cbeyond has released its remote migration service aimed at helping guide small and medium-sized businesses through a successful transition to a cloud server.
Taiwanese Telecoms Compete for Customers, Offer Attractive Cloud Services
3/26/2012
Telecoms located in Taiwan have steadily increased its investments in the cloud and partnered with application development companies on cloud-based initiatives, indicating where telecom executives in Taiwan think the future of computing is headed. User demand for access to cloud-based content and apps via designated devices is constantly on the rise.
3/26/2012
Telecoms located in Taiwan have steadily increased its investments in the cloud and partnered with application development companies on cloud-based initiatives, indicating where telecom executives in Taiwan think the future of computing is headed. User demand for access to cloud-based content and apps via designated devices is constantly on the rise.
Ensuring Security in Cloud Communications
3/26/2012
Security remains one of the biggest obstacles toward adopting cloud communications and other cloud-based services. Symantec's recent "State of Cloud" survey showed that organizations are conflicted about security - rating it both as a top goal and as a top concern with moving to the cloud. Businesses need to consider several security issues before they shift their IT to the cloud. A recent checklist from GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications solutions, is a handy guide for companies engaged in a cloud communications strategy.
3/26/2012
Security remains one of the biggest obstacles toward adopting cloud communications and other cloud-based services. Symantec's recent "State of Cloud" survey showed that organizations are conflicted about security - rating it both as a top goal and as a top concern with moving to the cloud. Businesses need to consider several security issues before they shift their IT to the cloud. A recent checklist from GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications solutions, is a handy guide for companies engaged in a cloud communications strategy.
Radiant Communications Approved for Cloud, Network Compliance Standard
3/20/2012
Radiant Communications Corp. recently was approved for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 2.0.
3/20/2012
Radiant Communications Corp. recently was approved for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 2.0.
Top Reasons Why SMBs Should Adopt Cloud Communications
3/19/2012
When it comes to the cloud communications, perhaps no group stands to benefit more from its offerings than the small- to medium-sized business (SMB).
3/19/2012
When it comes to the cloud communications, perhaps no group stands to benefit more from its offerings than the small- to medium-sized business (SMB).
San Francisco PR Agency wins three major clients from the Cloud Computing Sector
3/14/2012
Technology and strategic communications firm Borders + Gratehouse has announced its reception of three new clients: AppDirect, SoftLayer and Xero. San Francisco based Borders + Gratehouse already has an impressive client portfolio that spans cloud infrastructure, SMB and enterprise services as well as green and consumer technologies. The three new clients expand the company's clientele in the cloud-computing sector.
3/14/2012
Technology and strategic communications firm Borders + Gratehouse has announced its reception of three new clients: AppDirect, SoftLayer and Xero. San Francisco based Borders + Gratehouse already has an impressive client portfolio that spans cloud infrastructure, SMB and enterprise services as well as green and consumer technologies. The three new clients expand the company's clientele in the cloud-computing sector.
IT Managers Need to Deploy On-Premise and Cloud-Based Anti-Spam Strategies
3/12/2012
U.S. businesses need to take a more proactive approach in dealing with spam and security issues, according to a new study released by GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications services. Nearly half of the survey's respondents said they have experienced a data breach as a result of employees clicking on malicious links or files within spam emails. A majority of organizations rely heavily on the anti-spam component of their antivirus solution to filter out unwanted or harmful messages, underscoring the need for a multi-layered spam defense that includes both on premise and cloud-based services.
3/12/2012
U.S. businesses need to take a more proactive approach in dealing with spam and security issues, according to a new study released by GFI Software, a provider of cloud communications services. Nearly half of the survey's respondents said they have experienced a data breach as a result of employees clicking on malicious links or files within spam emails. A majority of organizations rely heavily on the anti-spam component of their antivirus solution to filter out unwanted or harmful messages, underscoring the need for a multi-layered spam defense that includes both on premise and cloud-based services.
CloudPassage Discusses Notion of Cloud Security
3/8/2012
When discussing the evolution of cloud computing, and "the cloud" in general, one of the most pressing issues is security. How can an organization be assured of its data's properly stored? What if there is a backup problem? Many decision makers feel that they do not have enough knowledge about how secure the cloud is; resulting in them not making the move to hosted solutions. But one vendor in attendance at ITEXPO East 2012 in Miami is in this very business.
3/8/2012
When discussing the evolution of cloud computing, and "the cloud" in general, one of the most pressing issues is security. How can an organization be assured of its data's properly stored? What if there is a backup problem? Many decision makers feel that they do not have enough knowledge about how secure the cloud is; resulting in them not making the move to hosted solutions. But one vendor in attendance at ITEXPO East 2012 in Miami is in this very business.
Are International Markets Ready for the Cloud?
3/7/2012
With terms like "virtualization," "hosted" and "cloud" flying around like common vernacular - and all of their definitions seemingly identical - you should not feel alone if you find yourself unable to distinguish between the phrases. And perhaps that's because the industry is constantly changing its opinion of what these terms truly mean.
3/7/2012
With terms like "virtualization," "hosted" and "cloud" flying around like common vernacular - and all of their definitions seemingly identical - you should not feel alone if you find yourself unable to distinguish between the phrases. And perhaps that's because the industry is constantly changing its opinion of what these terms truly mean.
Vodafone Selects Giesecke & Devrient Platform for Secure Mobile Access to Cloud Services
3/7/2012
Now, Vodafone Germany has chosen Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) to develop innovative security solutions based on standard SIM cards.
3/7/2012
Now, Vodafone Germany has chosen Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) to develop innovative security solutions based on standard SIM cards.
Q4 Enables Cloud-Based Fuel Monitoring from a Central Location
3/7/2012
Quadrant4 Systems Corporation (Q4) is enabling cloud-based fuel monitoring from a central location, which allows real-time response to disasters, with the launch of its Oil & Gas practice with specific focus on Telemetrics. Quadrant4 Systems notes that its new release uses extensive Open Source technologies that include Linux, Pentaho, and Hadoop and runs on an Amazon EC2 cloud platform. Q4's cloud-based Telemetrics platform can be deployed on smart mobile devices that run on Android and BlackBerry operating systems.
3/7/2012
Quadrant4 Systems Corporation (Q4) is enabling cloud-based fuel monitoring from a central location, which allows real-time response to disasters, with the launch of its Oil & Gas practice with specific focus on Telemetrics. Quadrant4 Systems notes that its new release uses extensive Open Source technologies that include Linux, Pentaho, and Hadoop and runs on an Amazon EC2 cloud platform. Q4's cloud-based Telemetrics platform can be deployed on smart mobile devices that run on Android and BlackBerry operating systems.
Wyse at CeBIT 2012 Demos New Mobile Cloud Services and Cloud Client Computing Innovations
3/6/2012
Wyse Technology, a global provider of Cloud client computing whose portfolio includes thin, zero and cloud PC client solutions, desktop virtualization and cloud software for desktops, laptops and next generation mobile devices, has announced its most recent demo offerings at CeBIT 2012 in Hanover, Germany. As knowledge workers increasingly work from outside the office, it is difficult for corporations to control device usage, application usage, and most importantly, to monitor the flow of corporate information and intellectual property beyond the company's walls.
3/6/2012
Wyse Technology, a global provider of Cloud client computing whose portfolio includes thin, zero and cloud PC client solutions, desktop virtualization and cloud software for desktops, laptops and next generation mobile devices, has announced its most recent demo offerings at CeBIT 2012 in Hanover, Germany. As knowledge workers increasingly work from outside the office, it is difficult for corporations to control device usage, application usage, and most importantly, to monitor the flow of corporate information and intellectual property beyond the company's walls.
OSF Global Services Now Part of NetSuite Solution Provider Program
3/1/2012
OSF Global Services, a company offering SLA-grade professional services, has recently joined the NetSuite Solution Provider Program.
3/1/2012
OSF Global Services, a company offering SLA-grade professional services, has recently joined the NetSuite Solution Provider Program.
Layered Tech's Cloud Hosting Services: Latest Solutions and Compliance
3/1/2012
Layered Technologies, Inc., which is a global hosted IT infrastructure provider, provides clients essential cloud hosting solutions that promise flexibility, availability, affordability and scalability. The offered solutions meet the requirements of all major hosting companies and comply with the higher standards.
3/1/2012
Layered Technologies, Inc., which is a global hosted IT infrastructure provider, provides clients essential cloud hosting solutions that promise flexibility, availability, affordability and scalability. The offered solutions meet the requirements of all major hosting companies and comply with the higher standards.
ASF Announces Apache ACE is Now a Top-Level Project
2/29/2012
The Apache Software Foundation (ASF) has announced that Apache ACE has now become a Top-Level Project (TLP).
2/29/2012
The Apache Software Foundation (ASF) has announced that Apache ACE has now become a Top-Level Project (TLP).
Are You Ready to Make the Switch to the Cloud?
2/28/2012
But perhaps one of the biggest advantages of cloud is that it allows you to leverage the best technologies without the burden of having to own and maintain them. Simply put, it allows your IT guys to focus on other tasks as a majority of your processes can be automated.
2/28/2012
But perhaps one of the biggest advantages of cloud is that it allows you to leverage the best technologies without the burden of having to own and maintain them. Simply put, it allows your IT guys to focus on other tasks as a majority of your processes can be automated.
First Communications Helps Customers Connect Directly With AWS Cloud Platform
2/28/2012
First Communications recently announced that it will leverage its high-capacity and long-haul metro fiber network services to establish direct connectivity between data centers, colocation facilities and offices of customers and the AWS cloud platform. By enabling direct connectivity with the ASW cloud platform, First Communications will make it easy for customers to benefit from increasing bandwidth throughput and helps in offering a more reliable network connection as opposed to Internet-based connections.
2/28/2012
First Communications recently announced that it will leverage its high-capacity and long-haul metro fiber network services to establish direct connectivity between data centers, colocation facilities and offices of customers and the AWS cloud platform. By enabling direct connectivity with the ASW cloud platform, First Communications will make it easy for customers to benefit from increasing bandwidth throughput and helps in offering a more reliable network connection as opposed to Internet-based connections.
Huddle Launches Intelligent File Synchronization Platform for the Enterprise
2/23/2012
Huddle, a cloud content collaboration provider for the enterprise, recently announced the launch of Huddle Sync - the first ever intelligent file synchronization (sync) tool created specifically created for the enterprise. Huddle Sync will provide employees with secure access to the entire corporate knowledge database and will only sync relevant documents onto their desktop and mobile devices providing them with real time information. A private beta program for Huddle Sync has been launched and will be of help to CIOs and top management, according to company officials.
2/23/2012
Huddle, a cloud content collaboration provider for the enterprise, recently announced the launch of Huddle Sync - the first ever intelligent file synchronization (sync) tool created specifically created for the enterprise. Huddle Sync will provide employees with secure access to the entire corporate knowledge database and will only sync relevant documents onto their desktop and mobile devices providing them with real time information. A private beta program for Huddle Sync has been launched and will be of help to CIOs and top management, according to company officials.
NetSocket SVSS Receives Avaya DevConnect Compliant Award
2/23/2012
NetSocket's Service Visibility Solution Suite or SVSS is now compliant with Avaya's IP communications solutions, allowing enterprises cloud service providers to deliver quicker support and resolution of network problems.
2/23/2012
NetSocket's Service Visibility Solution Suite or SVSS is now compliant with Avaya's IP communications solutions, allowing enterprises cloud service providers to deliver quicker support and resolution of network problems.
CFN Services Intros Alpha Platform On-Demand Cloud
2/22/2012
CFN Services, a company offering managed automated trading enablement services, has introduced its first ever globally-distributed, high-performance public cloud for the global financial markets named Alpha Platform On-Demand cloud. The company has inked a strategic partnership with Tier 3, the enterprise cloud platform company, to extend its existing Alpha Platform to financial services companies to self-provision an enterprise-grade, virtual private cloud for business-critical applications and services.
2/22/2012
CFN Services, a company offering managed automated trading enablement services, has introduced its first ever globally-distributed, high-performance public cloud for the global financial markets named Alpha Platform On-Demand cloud. The company has inked a strategic partnership with Tier 3, the enterprise cloud platform company, to extend its existing Alpha Platform to financial services companies to self-provision an enterprise-grade, virtual private cloud for business-critical applications and services.
Secure, Easy Hosted Email: GFI's MailEssentials Complete Online
2/22/2012
With an eye on reducing costs, streamlining IT operations, and providing employees with more reliable information and communications systems, many businesses are turning to hosted cloud service providers for things like email. A hosted service provider takes care of all behind-the-scenes IT functions like infrastructure setup and management, security and storage. The customer pays for these services on a subscription basis, thereby outsourcing their IT needs and often obtaining the added benefit for employees of being able to access applications from any location-including remotely on mobile devices or laptop computers
2/22/2012
With an eye on reducing costs, streamlining IT operations, and providing employees with more reliable information and communications systems, many businesses are turning to hosted cloud service providers for things like email. A hosted service provider takes care of all behind-the-scenes IT functions like infrastructure setup and management, security and storage. The customer pays for these services on a subscription basis, thereby outsourcing their IT needs and often obtaining the added benefit for employees of being able to access applications from any location-including remotely on mobile devices or laptop computers
OnApp Makes Splash at Cloud Connect with Cloud Hosting Platform
2/15/2012
Cloud and CDN software provider OnApp is certainly finding itself on cloud nine this week, and it has nothing to do with Valentine's Day.
2/15/2012
Cloud and CDN software provider OnApp is certainly finding itself on cloud nine this week, and it has nothing to do with Valentine's Day.
Citrix Rolls Out 'Amazon-Style' Public Cloud for Enterprises
2/14/2012
As enterprises seek out potential sources for cloud adoption, Citrix today launched CloudStack 3, the company's first release of its open source cloud platform under the Citrix brand since acquiring Cloud.com last year.
2/14/2012
As enterprises seek out potential sources for cloud adoption, Citrix today launched CloudStack 3, the company's first release of its open source cloud platform under the Citrix brand since acquiring Cloud.com last year.
Cloud Automation Center Expanded by DynamicOps
2/14/2012
DynamicOps recently announced a key intelligent resource management expansion to its DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center, which is currently the industry's only user-aware self-service VM reconfiguration capability. With this new enhancement, customers will now be able to automate and streamline ongoing VM management, which in turn will help them reduce their ongoing management service delivery from days to just minutes.
2/14/2012
DynamicOps recently announced a key intelligent resource management expansion to its DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center, which is currently the industry's only user-aware self-service VM reconfiguration capability. With this new enhancement, customers will now be able to automate and streamline ongoing VM management, which in turn will help them reduce their ongoing management service delivery from days to just minutes.
6WIND Rolls Out 6WINDGate Cloud for Infrastructure Providers
2/13/2012
The latest generation of data centers faces many of the same challenges as mobile networks. In both environments, service providers need to maximize their network capacity while designing for maximum scalability and optimum network monetization. Software provider 6WIND has launched its new cloud product aimed at helping address the needs of cloud infrastructure providers with its network-as-a-service product.
2/13/2012
The latest generation of data centers faces many of the same challenges as mobile networks. In both environments, service providers need to maximize their network capacity while designing for maximum scalability and optimum network monetization. Software provider 6WIND has launched its new cloud product aimed at helping address the needs of cloud infrastructure providers with its network-as-a-service product.
GFI Report Indicates that Cybercriminals are Out to Get Vulnerable Internet Users
2/10/2012
The first month of the New Year didn't start off quite right for many Internet users as cybercriminals stalked Internet corridors and sought to infect systems and scam users with new malware attacks. The 10 most prevalent threat detections encountered during January 2012 figured in the VIPRE report released by GFI Software. GFI's ThreatNet automated threat tracking system revealed that Trojans continue to pose the greatest threat and occupied half of the top 10 positions.
2/10/2012
The first month of the New Year didn't start off quite right for many Internet users as cybercriminals stalked Internet corridors and sought to infect systems and scam users with new malware attacks. The 10 most prevalent threat detections encountered during January 2012 figured in the VIPRE report released by GFI Software. GFI's ThreatNet automated threat tracking system revealed that Trojans continue to pose the greatest threat and occupied half of the top 10 positions.
Telx Enters Into Strategic Alliance with Appcore
2/8/2012
Telx and Appcore, a leading global provider of enterprise private hosted cloud services, have teamed up for private hosted cloud services.
2/8/2012
Telx and Appcore, a leading global provider of enterprise private hosted cloud services, have teamed up for private hosted cloud services.
Cloud Services Specialist Telesphere Moves Regional Headquarters to Larger Facility
2/8/2012
Busting at the seams at its original facility, cloud communication service provider Telesphere has picked up and moved its regional headquarters nine miles south to a larger office space within the Denver Technology Center.
2/8/2012
Busting at the seams at its original facility, cloud communication service provider Telesphere has picked up and moved its regional headquarters nine miles south to a larger office space within the Denver Technology Center.
Cloud Communications Company Reports More Than 5,000 MSPs Using GFI MAX Managed Services
2/6/2012
Cloud communications provider GFI Software is starting 2012 off with a bang as the company recently announced that currently more than 5,000 managed service providers (MSPs) are relying on the GFI MAX RemoteManagement to support more than 65,000 networks worldwide.
2/6/2012
Cloud communications provider GFI Software is starting 2012 off with a bang as the company recently announced that currently more than 5,000 managed service providers (MSPs) are relying on the GFI MAX RemoteManagement to support more than 65,000 networks worldwide.
Cloud Communications Company Intelliverse Announces Hosted Solution for Contact Centers
2/6/2012
Intelliverse, a cloud-based communications provider for enterprises, has introduced its hosted solution for contact centers. Officials with Intelliverse said that the company's platform integrates Interactive Voice Response (IVR), Automated Call Distribution (ACD) and IP Telephony applications into one solution, eliminating the need for multiple vendors.
2/6/2012
Intelliverse, a cloud-based communications provider for enterprises, has introduced its hosted solution for contact centers. Officials with Intelliverse said that the company's platform integrates Interactive Voice Response (IVR), Automated Call Distribution (ACD) and IP Telephony applications into one solution, eliminating the need for multiple vendors.
Aculab Cloud Debuts at ITEXPO East
2/2/2012
Cloud Communications Expo sponsor Aculab just released the latest in its telephony offerings at ITEXPO East this week. Aculab Cloud, the new deployment option from the computer telephony provider, has taken all that was essential and familiar with traditional telephony systems and put it on a hosted, on-demand platform as a service.
2/2/2012
Cloud Communications Expo sponsor Aculab just released the latest in its telephony offerings at ITEXPO East this week. Aculab Cloud, the new deployment option from the computer telephony provider, has taken all that was essential and familiar with traditional telephony systems and put it on a hosted, on-demand platform as a service.
The Mobile Employee: Educate Thyself
1/31/2012
Take a good look around you. Chances are, almost everyone has a mobile device, be it a smartphone, tablet, or other handheld gadget that can access the Internet. With the flux of mobile devices becoming the norm, employees are now using their mobile devices at the office - a trend aptly called bring your own device, or BYOD - so much that businesses are starting to scrutinize their policies on the mobile employee. Or, should we say, lack thereof?
1/31/2012
Take a good look around you. Chances are, almost everyone has a mobile device, be it a smartphone, tablet, or other handheld gadget that can access the Internet. With the flux of mobile devices becoming the norm, employees are now using their mobile devices at the office - a trend aptly called bring your own device, or BYOD - so much that businesses are starting to scrutinize their policies on the mobile employee. Or, should we say, lack thereof?
Novatrend Provides Virtual Business Service in 'Hours' Using CA AppLogic Cloud Computing Platform
1/27/2012
Novatrend recently selected the CA AppLogic cloud computing platform for its new cloud services - making everything much faster and economical, the company says.
1/27/2012
Novatrend recently selected the CA AppLogic cloud computing platform for its new cloud services - making everything much faster and economical, the company says.
GFI Launches Cloud Communications Channel on InfoTech Spotlight
1/24/2012
(Norwalk, CT - 1/24/2012) Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC), a global, integrated media company, announced today that the Cloud Communications Channel, sponsored by GFI, has been launched as the newest addition to the InfoTech Spotlight Online Community program.
1/24/2012
(Norwalk, CT - 1/24/2012) Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC), a global, integrated media company, announced today that the Cloud Communications Channel, sponsored by GFI, has been launched as the newest addition to the InfoTech Spotlight Online Community program.
Attention SMBs: Cloud Communications Stands to Benefit You the Most
1/24/2012
Following a year that was characterized by unprecedented cloud rollout and widespread cloud adoption, it appears the question heard round the IT industry has been amended from 'What is the cloud?' to 'Who stands to benefit most from the cloud?' And the answer, according to cloud communications services provider GFI Software, is the small and medium-sized business (SMB).
1/24/2012
Following a year that was characterized by unprecedented cloud rollout and widespread cloud adoption, it appears the question heard round the IT industry has been amended from 'What is the cloud?' to 'Who stands to benefit most from the cloud?' And the answer, according to cloud communications services provider GFI Software, is the small and medium-sized business (SMB).
GFI Software: A Look at How a Cloud Communications Company was Born
1/24/2012
Even in 1999, there was a company out there looking out for the little guy - the small and medium-sized business (SMB). Determined to provide SMBs with access to technology solutions that best meet their needs and budgets - and are still simple to deploy and easy to manage - GFI Software was founded more than a decade ago. Fast forward 12 years later and GFI has emerged as an award-winning provider of cloud communications solutions for SMBs.
1/24/2012
Even in 1999, there was a company out there looking out for the little guy - the small and medium-sized business (SMB). Determined to provide SMBs with access to technology solutions that best meet their needs and budgets - and are still simple to deploy and easy to manage - GFI Software was founded more than a decade ago. Fast forward 12 years later and GFI has emerged as an award-winning provider of cloud communications solutions for SMBs.
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