Enterprise Network Solutions Since 1964 http://www.comnews.com HSBC’s expansive new IP network combines data, voice-over-IP, wireless, facilities-security and videoconferencing capabilities. http://comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_coverstory.aspx Maintain effectiveness and save money during the economic downturn. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_web1_eight.aspx Carrier-based wireless coverage requires no equipment at customer premises. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_web2_uma.aspx Testing should be performed in the field when deploying 10GBASE-T. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_web3_eliminating.aspx Enterprises should consider phased implementation for maximum benefit. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_web4_how.aspx Managed services can reduce costs, improve efficiency and reduce carbon footprint http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_web5_hosted.aspx Centralized call center features help improve member service and ensure calls are answered quickly. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_credit.aspx Hosted videoconferencing system brings experts to the classroom and the boardroom. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_campus.aspx Small businesses, in particular, may benefit from not having to purchase telephony hardware. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_campus.aspx#hosted Nine ideas that can mitigate the challenges of deploying unified communications. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_campus.aspx#tips Enterprises can realize longer cable life if they test copper cabling during installation. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_unified.aspx#test Lens maker sees savings with consolidation solution. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_maximize.aspx Valuable information can be separated from the operating system and applications. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_maximize.aspx#endpoint Today's management and monitoring tools can help prevent costly downtime. http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_optimize.aspx VCCs present a potential solution for lower costs, while improving customer satisfaction and retention http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_optimize.aspx#virtual IP address management is key http://www.comnews.com/features/2009_february/0209_ip_connections.aspx Texas A&M University and the University of Texas find network redundancy is better (and cheaper) with a partner. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_coverstory.aspx Out-of-band tools can ensure networked devices are always accessible, even when connectivity is lost. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_how_to_web1.aspx Performance bottlenecks in virtualized environments can slow implementations. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_three_web2.aspx There are many tools available to help the network evolution process run more smoothly. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_pave_web3.aspx Auditing firm uses recovery and security software to protect stored data. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_backups_web4.aspx Proactive monitoring can help locate and correct slowdowns. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_tips_web5.aspx A software-as-a-service platform can ensure the availability, confidentiality and integrity of stored data. http://www.comnews.com/features/2008_november/1108_reduce_web6.aspx While a slow migration might be the least-disruptive path, there are some TDM installations that do not lend themselves to piecemeal migration. 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