Comcast is partnering with Cisco Systems and Nortel Networks on an initiative to ensure the interoperability of equipment used to build its next-generation broadband and cable television network.
In a bid to boost the credibilty of home-based computer networks, both networking equipment giants have teamed with builders to develop entire communities of homes with built-in high-speed Internet access.
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Enterprise-grade Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) hardware vendor ShoreTel formally opened its doors in Australia today, with at least one significant local customer win already under its belt.
Queensland Cotton has recently installed a new Nortel-based data network, as the cotton specialist upgrades from a Cisco solution that had reached end of life status.
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Steve Wood, president of Nortel Networks, Australia and New Zealand, defends his company's moves into a wireless future.
Rivalry between long-term partners heats up as Hewlett-Packard seeks more gains in low-end switching market.
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By being very easy to configure and manage, the 3CX Phone System for Windows scores well on functionality and is compatible with most SIP handsets, gateways and services. However scalability could be an issue for larger organisations.
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