Iran to launch satellite on its own by late 2011 Nov 21, 2009
Iran says the satellite, which is to be launched into a low-earth orbit, is to assist in data communication. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Iran Plans to Launch Satellite by 2011 Nov 21, 2009
Tehran says the satellite will help data communication, but Israeli media have claimed that it's a spy satellite. Iran announced a couple weeks ago that Italy would launch the satellite, after waiting for years for Russia to do it. (Fox News)
Fujitsu Releases GLOVIA/SCP FA V8 Production Scheduling System Nov 18, 2009
This service is the first in the world to include data communication functionality compatible with the PSLX platform(1), which was developed with the goal of flexibly tying together numerous package products. This allows customers to reduce the costs and time required to configure a system connecting their mission-critical business systems with their manufacturing management systems by half. (JCN Network, Japan)
China pushes solar, wind power development Nov 18, 2009
Likewise, data communication usurped telecommunication, and new entrants such as challenged old giants such as AT&T, Salzman says. "In the transformation of clean technology, it's up for grabs whether the giants will be American or Chinese or from other countries," says Salzman. (USA Today -- Tech)
ERS Data Solutions Group Once Again Provides Voice and Data Communication Support During ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Nov 7, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the second time in 2009, ERS Data Solutions Group, a division of Emergency Radio Service, Inc., has provided vital voice and data communications in support of a home builder during the filming of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition". Working with Hallmark Homes, Inc. of Anderson, Indiana, ERS Data Solutions Group is once again giving back to the community through this event. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Secret Service plans IT reboot Oct 20, 2009
The first increment will provide a foundation for the remaining IIT phases that will focus on voice and data communication interoperability gaps, access controls, and protective and investigative intelligence operations, according to the RFI.. The service asked interested companies to submit technical concept papers and a notice of intent by Oct. 30. (FCW.com)
BSNL now sets sights on Ethiopian Telecom Oct 15, 2009
Ethiopia is the only country in Africa allowing monopoly in the telecom sector, with ETC being the sole provider of fixed, mobile, internet and data communication services. As a result, tariffs are high and services remain unaffordable, hindering development. (India Times)
Digivox and Sangoma Deliver IVR Solution to Brazil's Largest Bank Oct 14, 2009
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL and TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Oct. 13, 2009) - FutureCom 2009 - Sangoma Technologies Corporation (TSX VENTURE: - ), a leading supplier of hardware and software enabling server-based voice and data communication applications, and Digivox, a manufacturer of IP and data solution platforms for the corporate market, announced they have delivered a large-scale IVR system to Brazil's largest financial institution, Bank of Brazil. The IVR system is based on the Asterisk open... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Textile antenna promises futuristic communications Sep 30, 2009
"The Iridium satellites allow two-way voice and data communication, while GPS provides positional data to the user. Iridium could also relay the position of the user to operational centres." The project's main issue was selecting the material to use. Then the material's electrical characteristics had to be measured using a number of techniques. (Scientific American)
Fibre Optics: Africa on Information Superhighway Sep 16, 2009
Industry stakeholders also argued that fibre optics consumption lies more in data communication and internet connectivity than in voice, saying that the high level of illiteracy, poverty, power supply bottlenecks and lack of access to ICT infrastructure to a larger portion of Africa's population were genuine concerns for operators and investors ... But people are not likely to do data communications if they are not educated and or cannot afford to acquire ICT equipment and hi-tech mobile... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
IPC Expands Global Network Coverage with Collaboration from 2Connect Bahrain Sep 16, 2009
"2Connect understands the Middle East data communication market and the importance of network resiliency and quality of service for IPC and their clients," said Rick Hillson, vice president, Customer Operations, 2Connect. "We're committed to the partnership with IPC and to support their expansion into Bahrain and the GCC region.". (PR Newswire)
Undersea fibre optics: The benefits and dilemma for Africa Sep 6, 2009
Industry stakeholders also argued that fibre optics consumption lies more in data communication and internet connectivity than in voice, saying that the high level of illiteracy, poverty, power supply bottlenecks and lack of access to ICT infrastructure to a greater part of Africa's population were genuine concerns for operators and investors ... But people are not likely to do data communications if they are not educated and or cannot afford to acquire ICT equipment and hi-tech mobile handsets... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Polkomtel Poland Signs With MACH for Advanced Roaming Business Management Solutions Sep 3, 2009
Since the beginning of its operations Plus has been a pioneer in introducing to the Polish market state-of-the-art technological and data communication solutions. Customers of the network were the first in Poland to use high speed data transmission HSCSD and packet data transmission GPRS and EDGE, allowing the use of internet resources via a mobile telephone. (PR Newswire)
Montana base building radio, antenna site Aug 23, 2009
The radio and antenna will provide digital secure voice and data communication for the Air Force that other state agencies will also be able to use, including the Montana Highway Patrol, the Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Forest Service. During emergencies, the Independent Record reports that local agencies will be able to securely communicate with radios that will automatically switch to the closest repeater without interruption. (Montana Standard, MT)
* Xuite awards tout influence of local blogger community Aug 19, 2009
And this award recognizes their thorough research, analysis, inspirational writing and contributions to the lives of other Internet users, said Chen Jiun-shyan (T), director of Chunghwa Telecoms data communication business group. It is very easy to see the influence of bloggers on the economy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Qwest inks Target Field sponsorship deal Aug 14, 2009
Under separate agreements, Qwest (NYSE: Q) will build and maintain a multimedia network at Target Field, equipping the ballpark with advanced data communication and video services for the Twins front office. cnewmarker@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
IIJ Announces First Three Months Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2010 Aug 11, 2009
" 1st Quarter FY2009 Financial Results Summary Operating Results Summary --------------------------------------------------------------------- 1Q08 1Q09 YoY % change --------------------------------------------------------------------- JPY JPY millions millions Total Revenues 16,328 15,835 (3.0%) --------------------------------------------------------------------- Connectivity and Outsourcing Services 8,396 9,126 8.7% --------------------------------------------------------------------- SI... (Primezone Releases)
Telecom operators make average of US$5.00 a month per subscriber Aug 11, 2009
The ARPU comprised of both what a subscriber spends for calls and data communication on his or her network, plus what the operators make on the average from incoming calls to the subscriber as per the interconnection agreement. The first quarter report for 2009 on telecom operators at the National Communications Authority (NCA) obtained by the GNA showed that market leader MTN made an average of US$8. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Seacliff Construction Declares Dividend Payment Aug 8, 2009
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 7, 2009) - Seacliff Construction Corp. ("Seacliff"") (TSX: - ) today announced that it intends to pay shareholders a dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on September 30, 2009 to shareholders of record as at September 15, 2009. The ex-dividend date will be September 10, 2009. The dividends will be "eligible dividends" for Canadian tax purposes. About Seacliff Construction Corp.Seacliff is one of the largest and most diversified construction... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Toshiba to Launch World's First 64GB SDXC Card Aug 4, 2009
The combination of large storage capacities and increased data transfer rates will meet the needs of a wide range of consumer electronics applications such as digital still cameras and digital camcorders that require high bandwidth data communication. For example, digital SLR cameras will be able to shoot longer continuous bursts in the highest quality RAW format. (PR Newswire)
PlanarMag Closes Series B Financing Jul 9, 2009
Tyco Electronics designs, manufactures and markets products for customers in a broad array of industries including automotive; data communication systems and consumer electronics; telecommunications; aerospace, defense and marine; medical; and alternative energy and lighting. With approximately 7,000 engineers and worldwide manufacturing, sales and customer service capabilities, Tyco Electronics' commitment is their customers' advantage. (PR Newswire)
Synterra and Verizon Business Sign Agreement to Provide Customers Direct Network Connectivity to Russia and the World Jul 8, 2009
The companies of the Group are licensed for providing local telephone services in 22 regions of the Russian Federation, long-distance and international telephone services, data communication services, telematic communication services and communication links all around the Russian Federation. The infrastructure of Synterra Group is available in all regions of the Russian Federation. (PR Newswire)
DOCOMO Develops Enhanced Femtocell Base Transceiver Station Jul 7, 2009
Tokyo, July 7, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today the development of a highly compact indoor base transceiver station, or femtocell BTS, that supports extra-fast data communication and highly practical services under DOCOMO's "Home Area" concept of linking mobile phones to the DOCOMO network via broadband connection in the home. The new femtocell BTS is compatible with High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) technology for high-speed downlinks and uplinks. (JCN Network, Japan)
Ira Richer, at 70; succeeded as engineer and woodworker Jul 2, 2009
In 1976, Dr. Richer joined the Cambridge computer technology consulting firm Bolt, Beranek, and Newman, now known as BBN Technologies, where his work focused on design and analysis of complex data communication systems and networks for military, government, and commercial clients. At BBN, he was part of a three-person team, along with John McQuillan and Eric Rosen, which in 1978 developed a new technique for routing data through a communication network - at that time, it was Arpanet, a precursor... (Boston Globe)
Harris Corporation Completes the Acquisition of the Air Traffic Control (ATC) Business Unit of SolaCom Technologies, Inc. Jun 20, 2009
The SolaCom ATC product line provides voice and data communication systems and solutions for air traffic facilities and radio communications between airplanes in flight and air traffic controllers. These next-generation radio control equipment solutions provide extremely reliable voice switching and conferencing capabilities used by more than 100 customers on six continents. (PR Newswire)
Activists utilizing Twitter, Web proxies to sidestep Iranian censorship Jun 19, 2009
In Iran, it all goes through the government-run company DCI, or Data Communication of Iran. DCI can program its Internet routers to block access to particular sites, like YouTube. (Boston Globe)
Florida Counties to Partner With EMBARQ for Next Generation 911 Solutions Jun 6, 2009
"EMBARQ will be featuring its partnered solution June 8-9 at this year's National Emergency Number Association (NENA) Annual Conference and Trade Show in Ft. Worth, Texas. Conference attendees can stop by booth #823 to see EMBARQ's Public Safety Integration Team.About EMBARQEmbarq Corporation (NYSE: - ), headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., offers a complete suite of communications services. The company operates in 18 states. EMBARQ is included in the Fortune 500 list of America's largest... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Harris buys Canadian air traffic control company Jun 6, 2009
SolaComs ATC unit has approximately 50 employees who provide voice and data communication systems and solutions for air traffic facilities and radio communications between aircraft in flight and air traffic controllers. The business has more than 200 customers internationally, including NASA, the U.S. Air Force, North American Aerospace Defense Command and the British Ministry of Defense. (FCW.com)
Honolulu drivers with hand-held gadgets to get fine, not warning Jun 6, 2009
According to information provided by Honolulu police yesterday, a "mobile electronic device" is "any hand-held or other portable electronic equipment capable of providing wireless and/or data communication between two or more persons or of providing amusement, including but not limited to a cellular phone, text messaging device, paging device, personal digital assistant, laptop computer, video game, or digital photographic device. The law does not prohibit the use of audio equipment installed in... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Zohar Zisapel Increases Offer Price for RADVISION Shares and Extends Expiration Date to June 15, 2009 Jun 1, 2009
Mr. Zisapel is a founder and chairman of the board of directors of RAD Data Communication Ltd. and he serves as a Chairman of other public companies, including RADCOM Ltd., Ceragon Networks Ltd. and as a director of Amdocs Ltd. Mr. Zisapel holds a B.Sc. and M.SC. degrees from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology and an MBA. degree from Tel Aviv University. (PR Newswire)
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Receives $6.0 Million of Movement Tracking System Orders for Satellite Network Bandwidth, Network Operations, Program Management, and Technical Support May 27, 2009
Comtech Mobile Datacom Corporation, a Germantown, Maryland-based company, is engaged in the provision of satellite-based packet data communication systems and location and messaging services through the use of advanced communication and network technology ... The Company conducts business through three complementary segments: telecommunications transmission, mobile data communications and RF microwave amplifiers. (Primezone Releases)
IIJ Announces Full Year and Fourth Quarter Financial Results for Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2009 May 15, 2009
Mobile data communication services for both corporate and home use are performing well reaching its break even point and nearly 23,000 contracts ... The mobile data communication service for home use which was introduced in Dec. 2008 is also doing well and is expected to contribute to revenue in the coming months. (Primezone Releases)
Brekeke PBX and Sangoma's NetBorder Express Gateway Now Interoperable May 5, 2009
Sangoma's data cards, voice cards, gateways and connectivity software are used in leading PBX, IVR, Contact Center and data communication applications worldwide. The product line represents a comprehensive toolset for deploying cost-effective, powerful, and flexible software communication applications. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
SourceMedical Teams with VisionShare; TherapySource and VisionShare Help Therapy Clinics with Medicare Caps May 1, 2009
About VisionShare VisionShare Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a leading provider of high-speed, low-cost data communication services for healthcare organizations. VisionShare has cost-effective solutions for healthcare facilities of all sizes that enable safe, reliable, high-speed connections to multiple payers over the Internet. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fort Sam Houston is gaining new research lab Apr 30, 2009
An additional $367,000 contract was awarded to San Antonio-based LLC for the installation of ducts and cabling necessary to provide voice and data communication to the facility. In 2005, the Department of Defense Base Realignment and Closure Commission opted to realign and consolidate a number of missions across the country. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
DOCOMO Announces New Customer Satisfaction and CSR Initiatives Apr 29, 2009
tax) from 1,029 yen, enabling customers to save on data communication charges ... New flat-rate-data plans for PC usersTwo new flat-rate data communications plans for PC users, "Flat-rate Data Standard" and "Flat-rate Data Standard Value," will begin July 1. (JCN Network, Japan)
Council panel advances distracted-driver ban Apr 11, 2009
Under the council bill, a mobile electronic device is defined as "any hand-held or other portable electronic equipment capable of providing wireless and/or data communication between two or more persons or of providing amusement." ... Under the council bill, a mobile electronic device is defined as "any hand-held or other portable electronic equipment capable of providing wireless and/or data communication between two or more persons or of providing amusement.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Exar Corporation Closes Hifn Acquisition Apr 5, 2009
"The companies have started the integration process. The marketing and engineering teams are engaged on opportunities to take advantage of complementary technology portfolios, tier-1 customer relationships, and sales channels to position Exar as a leader in the rapidly evolving data communication and storage markets," said Pete Rodriguez, Exar's president and chief executive officer. "Fast, efficient, secure solutions for the storage and transfer of data across the network are critical to... (PR Newswire)
Stocks Under $10 Apr 4, 2009
Provides wireless network application software and services and data communication engineering services. 99. (Investors Business Daily)
VASCO Expands Training Capacity With New Authorized Training Centers Apr 2, 2009
SEC Datacom is Denmark's leading value added distributor in the fields of IT Security, networks and industry data communication. The company ensures a high level of industry trough their Technical Competence Center. (PR Newswire)
Seacliff Construction Declares Cash Dividend Policy Mar 21, 2009
"The initial dividend under the newly implemented policy will be payable on April 15, 2009 to shareholders of record on March 31, 2009. The ex-dividend date will be March 27, 2009. The dividends will be eligible dividends for Canadian tax purposes.About Seacliff Construction Corp.Seacliff, which went public through an initial public offering in late April 2008, is one of the largest and most diversified construction companies in Western Canada. It provides general contracting construction... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Developers to buy back space in STPI Mar 19, 2009
STPI scheme is a 100% export oriented unit scheme for the development and export of software using data communication links or by physical media or by on-site Consultancy. STPI supports new companies by providing incubation infrastructure with all facilities such as Internet, telephone, fax and power back-up. (India Times)
Optical Cable Corporation Schedules Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter 2009 Results Mar 14, 2009
Optical Cable Corporation is a leading manufacturer of a broad range of fiber optic cable and data communication connectivity solutions, and offers an integrated suite of high quality, warranted cabling and connectivity products, primarily for the enterprise market ... In May 2008, the Company acquired SMP Data Communications, a company internationally recognized for its role in establishing copper connectivity data communications standards, through its innovative and patented technologies. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pak Datacom Limited Installs iDirect Hub in Pakistan's Financial Capital Mar 4, 2009
Pak Datacom is a subsidiary of Telecom Foundation and pioneer in the field of Data Communication in Pakistan. It was incorporated as a private limited company in July 1992 and was subsequently converted into a public limited company in June 1994. (PR Newswire)
NSN, Siemens win order in Australia Mar 2, 2009
Nokia Siemens said it would cover 380 kilometres of track within the Australian sate of Victoria with its GSM-R network which allows voice and data communication between train drivers and ground-based operational staff. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Ericsson Proves Mobile Communications can Transform Africa Mar 2, 2009
With mobile voice and data communication, Dertu's nomadic pastoral community of more than 5000 people can now build on the economic and social gains it has made since a mobile network was installed in the village. Rather than making the 100km journey by dirt road to the larger city of Garissa, many people from nearby communities go to Dertu to make calls, access improved health services and take advantage of new businesses -- making the village an economic hub for the region. (PR Newswire)
Cellcom Israel Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Results Mar 2, 2009
As of 2006, Cellcom Israel, through its wholly owned subsidiary Cellcom Fixed Line Communications L.P., provides landline telephone communication services in Israel, in addition to data communication services. Cellcom Israel's shares are traded both on the New York Stock Exchange (CEL) and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (CEL). (PR Newswire)
NTT Forum Emphasizes Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction for Global Data Communication Services Feb 27, 2009
Tokyo, Feb 26, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - NTT Communications Corporation and 17 major international telecommunications companies discussed how to enhance NTT Com's global network-service quality and customer satisfaction during the annual Arcstar Carrier Forum in Tokyo from February 24 to 26. The forum is an annual international conference aimed at strengthening the delivery and operation of NTT Com's Arcstar-brand global network services by partner telecoms around the world. (JCN Network, Japan)
KDDI Announces '9555' Iridium Satellite Mobile Phone Feb 27, 2009
(2) AdvancedA separately sold data kit set was required for data communication with the previous model (9595A), but this new model can be used as a stand alone data communication device (data transmission speed of 2. 4kbps) since it is equipped with a mini USB port. (JCN Network, Japan)
EF Johnson, Honeywell ink deal Feb 24, 2009
which makes equipment for first responders including two-way radios and voice, data and data communication services, has inked a long-term supply agreement with Phoenix-based to equip the company with multinode broadband access ... EF Johnson makes equipment for first responders such as two-way radios and provides voice, video and data communication services for police, governmental and emergency personnel. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Why VoIP is a threat to India Feb 20, 2009
"There is so much data communication on the internet at all times that it is very difficult to detect VoIP that is malicious in nature. Even if it is detected, decoding the communication, tracing the locations of the terrorists, monitoring them, etc, is very difficult," says Ankit Fadia, a cyber security expert. VoIP software usually encrypts or encodes the communication, hence making it very difficult for police to decode intercepted calls. (India Times, India)
Seminar on VOIP held at DAV College Feb 12, 2009
Voice Over Internet Protocol, or VOIP as it is popularly known, is a technology that transmits voice signals over the Internet allowing the use a single high-speed internet connection for all voice, video and data communication. Ajay Guleria, a System Manager (DCSA) at Panjab University, imparted knowledge on the implementation of VOIP in any institution. (Indian Express)
Blue Star,Voltas feel slowdown heat Feb 8, 2009
The company has moved up in the value chain by offering system integration, apart from distributing products like analytical instruments, medical electronics, data communication products, material testing, and measuring instruments from global manufacturers. The company exports to middle-east countries like the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait. (India Times)
Internet.com eBook: Becoming a Better Project Manager Feb 8, 2009
They have to extend their core leadership skills and start building data communication skills. We all know great PMs create great teams. (IntranetJournal)
