HDS spotlights datacentre management tool Sep 3, 2009
The product simplifies datacentre management by providing integrated monitoring of datacentre servers and Internet Protocol networks along with fibre-channel storage-area networks, local are networks, and storage systems. HDS claims the product provides a complete and holistic view of a datacentre, and can monitor across heterogeneous servers, networks and storage assets. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Skype Snooping: Virus Eavesdrops on Calls Sep 3, 2009
The capability has been shown in a new "Trojan horse" virus that records Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls through the popular Skype service. Skype calls are free or low cost and can work between two computers or between one computer and a phone. (CBS News)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Sep 3, 2009
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed hierarchical system used by servers that use the Internet Protocol (IP)to convert IP addresses (such as 85. 135. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Internet providers seek low broadband bar Sep 2, 2009
AT&T said regulators should keep in mind that not all applications like voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) or streaming video, that require faster speeds, are necessarily needed by unserved Americans. Verizon Communications and Verizon Wireless, a joint venture between Verizon and Vodafone Group, urged the FCC to maintain speeds of at least 0. (MSNBC -- Technology)
EBay hangs up on Skype Sep 2, 2009
Skype allows users to make free video and voice calls between computers, or inexpensive calls to mobile phones and landlines, by routing traffic online using what's called voice over Internet protocol. It's already the undisputed leader in the sector, claiming 33 billion minutes of international calls last year, or 8 percent of the total market, according to research firm TeleGeography. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Numbers game Sep 1, 2009
Dr Cerf has pioneered the use of Internet Protocol version six (IPv6), which has been waiting in the wings since 1998. IPv6 uses 128-bit numbers - which means 340 trillion, trillion, trillion addresses. (BBC News -- Technology)
MOL Media and Qtrax Enter Into Strategic Partnership Sep 1, 2009
MOL Media has a Individual Content Application Service Provider license in Malaysia and a Niche Internet Protocol Television License in Singapore that allows it to operate content-based Television services in both countries. About Qtrax, Inc.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Director for NCA Sep 1, 2009
Tandohs heap of hell, the Voice of Internet Protocol (VOIP), his clandestine visit to President Mills ostensibly to test his pulse over his past misdeeds and the carting away of two Toyota Land Cruisers, Audi S 80 and two other luxurious cars all for a shameful 95 million, have been documented in heaven for action to be taken on JUDGMENT DAY. Interestingly, land cruisers were not supposed to be part of the parting gifts to senior officers yet, Major walked home with them claiming he... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sify to tap VoIP market Aug 31, 2009
8% market share, is now targeting yet another area of telecommunications for a first mover advantage voice over internet protocol (VoIP), for the mass consumer market, as and when government regulation permits it within the country ... A point of presence (POP) in internet protocol is analogous to a base station or a telecom tower in mobile telephony ... The company has, in the past few years, ramped up its data centre capacity to augment its core competency of internet protocol based... (India Times)
Spice buys 20% in Singapore company Aug 29, 2009
MediaRing is a service provider for voice, data and computing services with a leading edge on Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology, and has global presence with subsidiaries in Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Shanghai and Beijing. Spice is in digital and wireless space. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
More of this story Aug 27, 2009
ATrse services, which are all delivered over AT7;s advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, offer a new alternative to cable and an unmatched experience for customers. ATrse brings together your U-verse TV, U-verse Internet, U-verse Voice and ATless services all on one bill with unique features that provide a new level of integration, convenience and control. (West Memphis Germantown News, TN)
Apple, AT&T deny discussing Google Voice Aug 27, 2009
AT&T (NYSE: T) said that there is an agreement with Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) to keep voice over Internet protocol applications off of the popular devices, but it wasn't consulted about Google's software. "More broadly, AT&T does not own, operate or control the Apple App Store and is not typically consulted regarding the approval or rejection of applications for the App Store or informed when an application is approved or rejected," the company said. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Hawaiian Telcom expects profit shortly after leaving bankruptcy Aug 27, 2009
The projections also assume that revenues will receive a big boost from the much-anticipated launch of its Internet Protocol TV service. The video service, which would compete with Oceanic Time-Warner Cable, would offset the loss of traditional land-line revenue to wireless and other competitors, the company said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
12 Words You Can Never Say in the Office Aug 25, 2009
Popular in the mid-90s, the term referred to a private network running the Internet Protocol and other Internet standards such as the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). It was also used to describe an internal Web site that was hosted behind a firewall and was accessible only to employees. (BusinessWeek)
Developer asks: Is Apple lying? Aug 25, 2009
" In its separate reply to the FCC, AT&T said that although it has at times notified Apple that some App Store submissions would violate the agreement between the two companies to ban Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) software from using AT&T's data network for phone calls, it played no part in the Google Voice situation. "AT&T has no role in Apple's consideration of Google Voice or related applications," the mobile carrier said in its response Friday. When asked his estimate of whether Apple... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
DOD updates IPv6 Standard Profile Aug 25, 2009
DOD was one of the first government adopters of IPv6 with its June 2003 memorandum Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) that began its mandate for the use of IPv6 in the Pentagon's Global Information Grid network. Unlike many organizations that look at IPv6 as primarily a means to solve the IPv4 address depletion issue, DOD has long since embraced other IPv6 features such as ad hoc networking, auto-configuration and mobility, each of which has specific significance in DOD theater... (FCW.com)
Google-AT&T-Apple fight over Net calls draws FCC interest Aug 24, 2009
Why: Consumers who use Android, the Google-developed operating system for wireless devices, can't use , a leading Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service. A pioneer in free Internet calling, Skype allows you to talk as long as you want without draining cellphone minutes. (USA Today -- Tech)
Apple says Google Voice app alters iPhone Aug 23, 2009
Experts are watching what role online calling features, such as voice over Internet protocol (VoIP), will play in the fast changing wireless industry. Apple said it does not know if there is a VoIP element in the way Google Voice calls and sends text messages but said it has approved some VoIP applications like Skype, owned by online auction site eBay Inc, for use over Wi-Fi but not on AT network. (India Times)
This Email Will Self-Destruct Aug 23, 2009
In addition to preventing alteration of email and letting the sender destroy messages, the service also allows senders to track when an email was opened, the recipient's Internet protocol address, and how long he or she viewed the message, says John Flanagan, chief technology officer of LLC, the Delray Beach, Fla. company that designed Kablooey. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
AT&T to take a "fresh look" at Internet calling for the iPhone Aug 22, 2009
In comments submitted to the , AT&T, exclusive U.S. distributor of the iPhone, says it plans to take a "fresh look at possibly authorizing VoIP" or Voice over Internet Protocol "capabilities on the iPhone for use on AT&T's 3G network." AT&T added that it would "promptly update" the "regarding any such change.". AT&T'S LETTER: APPLE'S LETTER: GOOGLE'S LETTER. (USA Today)
APPLE'S LETTER: "Apple has not rejected Google Voice." Aug 22, 2009
Please explain any differences between the Google Voice iPhone application and any Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications that Apple has approved for the iPhone. Are any of the approved VoIP applications allowed to operate on AT&Ts 3G network. (USA Today -- Money)
Apple denies rejecting Google Voiceapp Aug 22, 2009
Apple and AT&T's letters also laid out their agreements regarding Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP, programs for the iPhone. Such services let people make calls using Wi-Fi or the cell phone data network instead of using up calling minutes. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Aug 22, 2009
It is also (Internet Protocol television) products with a number of telecommunications companies. That technology is designed to let telecommunications and cable companies offer new subscriber services that use their two-way broadband networks. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
TW Telecom lands $1M Air Force contract Aug 21, 2009
The company provides managed network services, including data networking, Internet access, local and long-distance voice, Voice over Internet Protocol and Virtual Private Network. TW Telecom is formerly known as. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
DOD said likely to adopt limited social networking Aug 21, 2009
DOD officials need to figure out where it is appropriate for information on the Nonsecure Internet Protocol Router Network to be shared with social networking tools on the public Internet, Carey said. For example, military public affairs and recruiting staff members need to use social networking on the public Internet, he said. (FCW.com)
Ghana banned from use of Credit Cards Aug 20, 2009
On the possible negative social impact of cyber crime, Mr Raymond Codjoe, a legal practitioner, cautioned that if the situation is not properly addressed, software and computer viruses may in the future mutate data and alter Internet Protocol addresses in the same manner that AIDS does to the human immune system. This would result in emails being misdirected, web sites being relocated and the internet infrastructure being compromised radically, he said. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government to set up team to strengthen cyber security Aug 19, 2009
Speaking on the possible negative social impact of cyber crime, Mr Raymond Codjoe, a legal practitioner, cautioned that if the situation is not properly addressed, software and computer viruses may in the future mutate data and alter Internet Protocol addresses in the same manner that AIDS does to the human immune system. "This would result in emails being misdirected, web sites being relocated and the internet infrastructure being compromised radically," he said. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mobile Broadband Moves Closer with Verizon Test Aug 18, 2009
Verizon also said it successfully made data calls using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) on the LTE 4G network. A 'Super-Fast Broadband Experience. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
AT&Ts U-Verse comes to Memphis Aug 16, 2009
U-Verse offers television service over AT&T s Internet protocol network, which will also allow the service to be bundled with existing DSL and voice services. AT&T launched U-Verse in 2008 and began the process to offer the product in Tennessee after the state Legislature passed the Competitive Cable and Video Services Act of 2008, which allows for competition among premium television providers. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
AT&T U-verse Arrives in the Memphis Metropolitan Area Aug 16, 2009
AT&T U-verse services, which are all delivered over AT&T's advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, offer a new alternative to cable and an unmatched experience for customers ... AT&T U-verse TV is the only 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service offered by a national service provider, making AT&T U-verse one of the most dynamic and application-rich services available today, with advanced capabilities that customers don't get from other providers ... "We are excited that... (PR Newswire)
DoE gets 400+ proposals for smart grid grants Aug 15, 2009
The NES system uses Internet Protocol at collector systems between the smart meter and the utility's back office. A government smart grid standards effort , something Duke's Arnold said is the right direction but will take time. (EETimes)
2 arrests in SoCal $678K Medicare fraud case Aug 15, 2009
Mathauda, using an alias, and his co-conspirators employed Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone service and virtual offices in the U.S. to make it appear to potential. Ten Defendants Indicted in $35 Million Tax Fraud Conspiracy; 3,300 False Tax Returns Filed in Names of Federal Prison Inmates. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Hawaii needs an upgraded e911 system Aug 15, 2009
And the growing use of "voice over internet protocol" (VoIP) phones has prompted some to seek improvements allowing recognition of those calls, as well. Now that the options involve Internet service providers as well as wireless companies, the Legislature needs to revisit the way the fund is managed and supervised. (Honolulu Advertiser)
WiWi answer to last-mile headaches Aug 14, 2009
Mimos also claimed that WiWis multicasting capability enables the technology to support high-quality Internet Protocol TV services. Michael Lai, chief executive officer of P1, said the company sees much merit in using the hybrid technology to help bridge the digital divide, that gap between the technology haves and have-nots in the country. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Some charges dropped against territorial officials Aug 13, 2009
Mathauda, using an alias, and his co-conspirators employed Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone service and virtual offices in the U.S. to make it appear to potential. HONOLULU -- A federal judge has dismissed portions of an indictment returned against the lieutenant governor and a senator of the U.S. territory of American Samoa. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
• SIRCOMM taking steps to recover revenue Aug 13, 2009
SIRCOMM plans to recover some funds lost due to voice over Internet protocol (VOIP), which gives callers the ability to make emergency telephone calls via the Internet. "Were getting some of the providers to start paying," said Jerry Gonterman, communications technician at Tuesday's monthly meeting. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Beacon buys New Jersey IT firm Aug 12, 2009
Louisville-based Beacon (OTCBB: BEAC) provides IT products and services, including telecommunications infrastructure design, software development, voice/data/security system integration, voice over Internet protocol and Internet access. Beacon was formed in early 2008 through the merger of Advance Data Systems Inc. (ADSNetCurve) and Strategic Communications LLC, both of Louisville; Cincinnati-based CETCON Inc. and Bell-Haun Systems Inc. of Columbus, Ohio. (Louisville Business First, KY)
26/11 trial: 2 FBI officers, 3 US nationals to depose Aug 12, 2009
The case of the prosecution is that some terrorists had sought instructions from wanted accused based in Pakistan through voice over internet protocol (VOIP) in New Jersey, USA.. The Mumbai police had sought the services of FBI on this aspect. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Q&A With Utah Scientific's Tom Harmon Aug 12, 2009
TH: We've invested quite a bit of money in moving into the [Internet protocol] space and I just got a notice today that we are just one step away from having our patent approved for real time control of an Ethernet switch. As a router manufacturer, you can either acquiesce to Cisco [Systems] and the whole IT side of the business, or you can do something about it. (Multichannel News)
Smoothstone Selected for Membership in Avaya DevConnect Program Aug 12, 2009
Smoothstone delivers Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), IP trunking, unified threat management, MPLS networking, contact center solutions, messaging and advanced collaboration tools as a unified suite of managed services and cloud based applications. Smoothstone's scalable, on-demand applications & services can be integrated with a customer's existing network and telecommunications infrastructure, operational processes and employee activities, enabling a customer to migrate to unified IP... (PR Newswire)
Town readies for new voice over IP phone system Aug 12, 2009
LITTLETON Reaching town departments and employees will be much simpler starting next month, as the town implements a voice over internet protocol (VoIP) phone system featuring direct inward dial (DID) numbers that will improve considerably customer and resident access to town departments and result in significant savings to the town. Alan Brown, IT Manager for the Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments (LELWD), said that most town departments and offices, including those at the Town... (Littleton Independent, MA)
Area News Briefs Aug 10, 2009
MADISON Whether using plain telephone service or a Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) version for home voice service, residents still need phone jacks and wires in their homes. The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) and six Wisconsin telephone companies recently expanded the Testing, Repairing and Installing Home Telephone Wiring information. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
AT&T U-verse Arrives in Greenville Aug 9, 2009
AT&T U-verse TV, AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet and AT&T U-verse Voice are delivered over AT&T's advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, and offer a new alternative to cable and an unmatched experience for customers ... AT&T U-verse TV is the only 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service offered by a national service provider, making AT&T U-verse one of the most dynamic and application-rich services available today, with advanced capabilities that customers don't get from... (PR Newswire)
Make life easier with little effort Aug 8, 2009
Another technology making life in your living room easier is a VoIP (Voice over Internet protocol) home phone, which plugs into your home's broadband line, is interactive and offers functionality similar to that of a traditional cell phone. The Hub from Verizon features a 7-inch touch screen which can sit on a table. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Omnicity Chooses Cisco to Deploy Mobile Broadband Aug 8, 2009
Greg Jarman, CEO of Omnicity, said, "There are only a few carrier-grade WiMAX vendors out there today, and we are excited to have chosen Cisco as our strategic equipment supplier. Its prowess in the network world is one of the best and with their BWX platform they are delivering an end-to-end Internet Protocol Next-Generation Network that delivers the best indoor coverage and portable mobile performance in the industry. The agreement with Cisco will also give us access to Cisco's vendor... (Primezone Releases)
Seven and Nine race to stream shows Aug 7, 2009
"Whether its delivered over the air or over an IP [internet protocol] signal is going to be immaterial to people," said the ABCs acting head of multi-platform production, Arul Baskaran. The difference is the choice they have with content and where they can watch it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Aug 7, 2009
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed hierarchical system used by servers that use the Internet Protocol (IP)to convert IP addresses (such as 85. 135. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
* Chunghwa, TFN settle peering fee dispute Aug 6, 2009
Chunghwa Telecom Co (qH) and Taiwan Fixed Network Co (TFN, xWT) yesterday resolved a fee dispute after Chunghwa agreed to lower charges for Internet protocol (IP) peering with other Internet service providers (ISPs). Prices were cut by 46 percent on average, with the new peering fee taking effect on July 1, the National Communications Commission (NCC) said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Juniper hardware for TEIN3 Aug 5, 2009
It will also help lower total cost of ownership and greatly improve scale and efficiency while facilitating the transition to IPv6 the next generation Internet Protocol version that enables a larger capacity for web addresses and simplifies address configuration. Copyright. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Appliance makers call for smart grid incentives Aug 5, 2009
AHAM is one of many organizations voicing concerns to NIST. Cisco Systems recently lobbying for use of Internet Protocol in smart grid standards. AHAM is a broad group of companies that make so-called white goods such as refrigerators, microwaves and air conditioners and their component vendors. (EETimes)
YTLe RM2.5bil network to cater for 14 million users Aug 5, 2009
YTL is working with US-based Clearwire, which is also its technology partner; Cisco, which will build its Internet protocol core network and create solutions; and Samsung for devices. It will ride on Fibrerails network for its trunk connectivity and Samsung will provide base stations for its network. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Anonymous Posters Named in Defamation Suit IP address leads couple to ID people they say were behind defamatory comments. Aug 4, 2009
Information disclosed by Topix, including Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, or the unique number assigned to each computer, led the couple to a business owned by the husband of a woman who last year accused the couple of sexual assault. The northeast Texas couple filed an amended petition in the District Court of Tarrant County Texas last week, naming six parties and demanding a trial by jury. (ABC News)
Report: Voice communication on the rise Aug 3, 2009
The study attributes this decline largely to the growth of Voice over Internet Protocol subscriptions and the substitution of wireless lines as the primary household service. Statewide, about 15. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Listening to telecom market forces Aug 2, 2009
The reason for the cutting is a planned reduction that should go four or five years, because we are transferring from old telecommunication technology to an IP (Internet protocol) technology world. Will 4G data services from cellphone providers become a substitute for land-based broadband services. (Boston Globe)
Uganda: VP Challenges Internet Providers Jul 31, 2009
The company soon plans to rollout other fresh products such as: Voice of Internet Protocol, IP Video Conferencing, Data Warehousing and domain name servicing. Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
Open-source Project Aims to Makes Secure DNS Easier Jul 31, 2009
DNS records allow Web sites to be translated from a name into an IP (Internet Protocol) address, which can be queried by a computer. But the DNS system has several flaws dating from its original design that are being increasingly targeted by hackers. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
* Infineon happier as net loss falls Jul 30, 2009
Infineon has said the sale of the unit X whose products are used to offer Voice over Internet Protocol services and fast Internet connections X will significantly improve Infineons financial situation. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Man competent for trial in Obama threat case Jul 29, 2009
Prosecutors say Christopher used the names Stevie, SHR and Trinity on the site, and agents traced the Internet protocol address to a home on California Road in Brookhaven. Internet protocol, or IP, addresses are unique numbers assigned to each computer connected to the Internet. (The Clarion-Ledger)
SureWest launches new video service Jul 29, 2009
Known as Microsoft Mediaroom Internet Protocol TV, the service is expected to be available to new customers by the end of the year. Combined with other recent advances in technologies, SureWest will be able to offer enhanced video services to 15,000 additional homes with video services by December, and another 10,000 by second-quarter 2010. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
At&t Sidesteps A Hack Attack Jul 28, 2009
The company said it took the action because of concerns of an online attack linked to some of 4chan's Internet protocol, or IP, addresses. When word about the blocked Web pages first surfaced, hackers scrambled to exact their revenge. (New York Post -- Business)
District upgrading parental notifications Jul 28, 2009
The district awarded a contract to , a Mays Landing, N.J.-based company that allows organizations to send voice mail messages using Voice Over Internet Protocol technology to databases of phone numbers. According to district spokeswoman Kim Norris, the four-year contract is valued at more than $315,000. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Separating the wheat from the chaff Jul 25, 2009
Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) is building the HSBB and has said it will offer IPTV (internet protocol TV) services. The move towards HDTV (high definition TV) by Astro is the way forward but it should not stop there. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Jul 25, 2009
It is also (Internet Protocol television) products with a number of telecommunications companies. That technology is designed to let telecommunications and cable companies offer new subscriber services that use their two-way broadband networks. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
Fisher Plaza fire in Seattle shows risk to records Jul 25, 2009
About a third of the medical center s phone system is VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), which was knocked out. Swedish facilities had about 600 patients at the time, she said. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
When there are no IP addresses Jul 25, 2009
An IP (internet protocol) address, otherwise known as web address, is the unique identification number given to each web space allocated to a particular individual or corporation. The international standard of addressing for this is IPV4 (internet protocol version 4), which allows a finite number of addresses only. (India Times)