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Telco Systems Brings Metro Ethernet to the Cornhusker State
5/22/2012 - In today's world of high technology and fast-paced telecommunications, connectivity is extremely important. Perhaps more importantly, it's the right kind of connectivity that matters, as consumers and businesses alike demand high-speed data transmission no matter where they are. To meet these needs, the state of Nebraska has opted to install metro Ethernet services in the Cornhusker State.
5/22/2012 - In today's world of high technology and fast-paced telecommunications, connectivity is extremely important. Perhaps more importantly, it's the right kind of connectivity that matters, as consumers and businesses alike demand high-speed data transmission no matter where they are. To meet these needs, the state of Nebraska has opted to install metro Ethernet services in the Cornhusker State.
Metro Ethernet Plays Key Role in Health Information Exchange in New York
5/21/2012 - These days, healthcare moves at the speed of information. In an era when so much of our personal medical data exists in electronic form, when doctors can access our medical histories and charts on their iPads and smartphones, and when the speed of access to that information can, in many cases, mean the difference between life and death, it is essential that healthcare providers embrace the latest technology. In order to facilitate fast and easy movement of electronic medical records in New York, metro Ethernet provider Optimum Lightpath has made available its new Healthcare Services Suite.
5/21/2012 - These days, healthcare moves at the speed of information. In an era when so much of our personal medical data exists in electronic form, when doctors can access our medical histories and charts on their iPads and smartphones, and when the speed of access to that information can, in many cases, mean the difference between life and death, it is essential that healthcare providers embrace the latest technology. In order to facilitate fast and easy movement of electronic medical records in New York, metro Ethernet provider Optimum Lightpath has made available its new Healthcare Services Suite.
Epsilon Partners with BTI to Enhance Metro Ethernet Network Prior to Olympic Games
5/15/2012 - In an effort to scale its London metro Ethernet network to meet bandwidth demands for the 2012 Summer Olympics, Epsilon Telecommunications has decided to expand the deployment of its Integrated Services Delivery Platform commissioned from BTI Systems. The metro Ethernet expansion is part of Epsilon's long-term, multi-phased approach to increasing network capacity for service provider customers looking to deliver new bandwidth-hungry video, mobile and IP services, according to the company.
5/15/2012 - In an effort to scale its London metro Ethernet network to meet bandwidth demands for the 2012 Summer Olympics, Epsilon Telecommunications has decided to expand the deployment of its Integrated Services Delivery Platform commissioned from BTI Systems. The metro Ethernet expansion is part of Epsilon's long-term, multi-phased approach to increasing network capacity for service provider customers looking to deliver new bandwidth-hungry video, mobile and IP services, according to the company.
Metro Ethernet Forum Certifies Edge-Core Networks
5/14/2012 - Every industry worth its salt has a certification organization. Whether it's the North American Energy Reliability Corporation to certify utility companies in compliance with federal regulations, or the SIP Forum which promotes the advancement and adoption of Session Initiation Protocol technologies, when there is a need, an organization will form to meet that need. And, in the realm of metro Ethernet, the Metro Ethernet Forum has arisen as a global industry alliance, boasting over 190 organizations, joined together to promote the spread of metro Ethernet technology.
5/14/2012 - Every industry worth its salt has a certification organization. Whether it's the North American Energy Reliability Corporation to certify utility companies in compliance with federal regulations, or the SIP Forum which promotes the advancement and adoption of Session Initiation Protocol technologies, when there is a need, an organization will form to meet that need. And, in the realm of metro Ethernet, the Metro Ethernet Forum has arisen as a global industry alliance, boasting over 190 organizations, joined together to promote the spread of metro Ethernet technology.
New Interface Masters Switch Designed to Integrate with Metro Ethernet Devices
5/9/2012 - Right now, Interop is the place to be for all kinds of exciting announcements, releases and innovations in the high tech space. The event, which is happening right now in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a showcase for all sorts of new gadgets and technological wizardry. One such piece of technology that made its first appearance at Interop was Interface Masters' new switch, which is designed to integrate with a variety of different pieces of equipment, including metro Ethernet devices.
5/9/2012 - Right now, Interop is the place to be for all kinds of exciting announcements, releases and innovations in the high tech space. The event, which is happening right now in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a showcase for all sorts of new gadgets and technological wizardry. One such piece of technology that made its first appearance at Interop was Interface Masters' new switch, which is designed to integrate with a variety of different pieces of equipment, including metro Ethernet devices.
Cbeyond Extends Metro Ethernet with Help from FiberLight and Others
5/9/2012 - Partnerships within the telecommunications industry are common, especially in fiber deployment to extend high-speed capabilities to small businesses and new buildings. Cbeyond recognized the value offered by FiberLight and instigated a formal partnership agreement.
5/9/2012 - Partnerships within the telecommunications industry are common, especially in fiber deployment to extend high-speed capabilities to small businesses and new buildings. Cbeyond recognized the value offered by FiberLight and instigated a formal partnership agreement.
Integra Telecom Expands Delivery of Enterprise-Grade Ethernet Services in Phoenix Metro Market
5/2/2012 - Integra Telecom Inc., a provider of fiber-based, business-grade networking, communications and cloud solutions, has expanded network and service availability in Phoenix metro market.
5/2/2012 - Integra Telecom Inc., a provider of fiber-based, business-grade networking, communications and cloud solutions, has expanded network and service availability in Phoenix metro market.
Is Metro Ethernet 2.0 Really Better?
5/1/2012 - Technology has certainly evolved over the years. Everything is now labeled numerically, demonstrating a particular version, supported technology and more. They all have meaning, and fortunately, we don't have to know a lot about the numbers, except which one is the most current. Once a company develops a new version of their product, we see its latest iteration as a new number. This is exactly what happened with Metro Ethernet 2.0.
5/1/2012 - Technology has certainly evolved over the years. Everything is now labeled numerically, demonstrating a particular version, supported technology and more. They all have meaning, and fortunately, we don't have to know a lot about the numbers, except which one is the most current. Once a company develops a new version of their product, we see its latest iteration as a new number. This is exactly what happened with Metro Ethernet 2.0.
Metro Ethernet: 6YS Utilizes Brocade Infrastructure for Cloud Hosting
4/30/2012 - Metro Ethernet news seems to be everywhere, these days, from Fenway Park in Boston to the National Institute of Health in Maryland. But it's not just limited to the United States. Recently, news has come from Down Under about a metro Ethernet deployment in the heart of Australia.
4/30/2012 - Metro Ethernet news seems to be everywhere, these days, from Fenway Park in Boston to the National Institute of Health in Maryland. But it's not just limited to the United States. Recently, news has come from Down Under about a metro Ethernet deployment in the heart of Australia.
Telco Systems Unveils New Metro Ethernet Solution
4/24/2012 - Telco Systems has introduced the latest member of its metro Ethernet family, the T-Metro 8000 carrier cloud gateway aggregation platform, an open architecture, high density switch aimed at overcoming the myriad of challenges associated with cloud services, including security, resiliency, low latency, load balancing and SLA monitoring.
4/24/2012 - Telco Systems has introduced the latest member of its metro Ethernet family, the T-Metro 8000 carrier cloud gateway aggregation platform, an open architecture, high density switch aimed at overcoming the myriad of challenges associated with cloud services, including security, resiliency, low latency, load balancing and SLA monitoring.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight Gets NIH Contract in Maryland
4/23/2012 - It has been a busy 2012 for metro Ethernet provider FiberLight - and there are still eight months to go! The company has been increasing its presence in state after state, inking deals to provide wireless backhaul in Florida and expanding Ethernet services across Texas. Now FiberLight has signed a new agreement, this time in the great state of Maryland.
4/23/2012 - It has been a busy 2012 for metro Ethernet provider FiberLight - and there are still eight months to go! The company has been increasing its presence in state after state, inking deals to provide wireless backhaul in Florida and expanding Ethernet services across Texas. Now FiberLight has signed a new agreement, this time in the great state of Maryland.
Metro Ethernet Comes to Fenway Park
4/19/2012 - Baseball, hotdogs, apple pie, and Ethernet? America's past times are as cherished (minus the apple pie, most likely) at Boston's Fenway Park. Now, Metro Ethernet service is taking its place at the historic park.
4/19/2012 - Baseball, hotdogs, apple pie, and Ethernet? America's past times are as cherished (minus the apple pie, most likely) at Boston's Fenway Park. Now, Metro Ethernet service is taking its place at the historic park.
InfoVista Takes up MEF White Paper, Addresses Role of Carrier Ethernet in Cloud Computing
4/16/2012 - InfoVista, a source of service assurance solutions, will participate in the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) as part of its commitment to support Carrier Ethernet industry. The company, which has a solid record in monitoring and managing the performance of Carrier Ethernet networks and business-class services, recently contributed to a white paper from MEF, discussing the need to applying Carrier Ethernet standards to cloud computing with respect to the network.
4/16/2012 - InfoVista, a source of service assurance solutions, will participate in the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) as part of its commitment to support Carrier Ethernet industry. The company, which has a solid record in monitoring and managing the performance of Carrier Ethernet networks and business-class services, recently contributed to a white paper from MEF, discussing the need to applying Carrier Ethernet standards to cloud computing with respect to the network.
Comcast to Provide Metro Ethernet Services to the Twin Cities
4/9/2012 - As the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota are gearing up for the start of the baseball season and hoping that the team can right the ship after starting the season 0-3 at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles, one metro Ethernet provider is also hoping to hit a home run with natives of the North Star State.
4/9/2012 - As the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota are gearing up for the start of the baseball season and hoping that the team can right the ship after starting the season 0-3 at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles, one metro Ethernet provider is also hoping to hit a home run with natives of the North Star State.
Synchronous Ethernet Standards Will Enable Metro Ethernet Growth
4/2/2012 - We have all heard about how the rapid adoption of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets and the looming adoption of 4G and LTW services will affect a broad range of communications and technology sectors. This drastic increase in traffic stands to impact metro Ethernet networks quite a bit, but fortunately, a new standard for distribution of frequency over Ethernet links is poised to make a big impact on the metro Ethernet space. Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) will provide PHY-level frequency distribution through an Ethernet port. It will help mobile networks achieve accurate and stable frequency reference.
4/2/2012 - We have all heard about how the rapid adoption of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets and the looming adoption of 4G and LTW services will affect a broad range of communications and technology sectors. This drastic increase in traffic stands to impact metro Ethernet networks quite a bit, but fortunately, a new standard for distribution of frequency over Ethernet links is poised to make a big impact on the metro Ethernet space. Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) will provide PHY-level frequency distribution through an Ethernet port. It will help mobile networks achieve accurate and stable frequency reference.
New Metro Ethernet Switch Released by Transition Networks
3/28/2012 - The rapidly increasing popularity of the Internet in recent years has forced the transition from the IPV4 addressing system to the IPV6 protocols. In light of this transition, the aptly named Transition Networks has created a new switch that can be used for metro Ethernet or office applications.
3/28/2012 - The rapidly increasing popularity of the Internet in recent years has forced the transition from the IPV4 addressing system to the IPV6 protocols. In light of this transition, the aptly named Transition Networks has created a new switch that can be used for metro Ethernet or office applications.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight Awarded Wireless Backhaul Contract in Tampa
3/26/2012 - While many people in and around the city of Tampa, Fla., are gearing up for the start of the baseball season and hoping the beloved Tampa Bay Rays can challenge the Yankees and the Red Sox in the American League Eastern Division, others in the western Florida city are concerned with communications matters.
3/26/2012 - While many people in and around the city of Tampa, Fla., are gearing up for the start of the baseball season and hoping the beloved Tampa Bay Rays can challenge the Yankees and the Red Sox in the American League Eastern Division, others in the western Florida city are concerned with communications matters.
Comcast Business Services Deploys Metro Ethernet at Connecticut School District
3/20/2012 - Comcast Corporation, a leading provider of communications products and services, announced it is offering Metro Ethernet services to the Farmington Public School District in Connecticut to keep its seven schools and more than 4,000 students on the brink of innovation.
3/20/2012 - Comcast Corporation, a leading provider of communications products and services, announced it is offering Metro Ethernet services to the Farmington Public School District in Connecticut to keep its seven schools and more than 4,000 students on the brink of innovation.
Metro Ethernet: Aeronet Unveils Broadband Service in Puerto Rico
3/14/2012 - Aeronet, a broadband service provider in Puerto Rico, announced it is revolutionizing the broadband industry in the region with the launch of 100 Mbps Broadband Service, the first such offering in this market.
3/14/2012 - Aeronet, a broadband service provider in Puerto Rico, announced it is revolutionizing the broadband industry in the region with the launch of 100 Mbps Broadband Service, the first such offering in this market.
Metro Ethernet: What to Consider in Converting to Fiber
3/7/2012 - Does upgrading to fiber sound like one of those pie-in-the-sky things your company would do but you know you can't afford it? Even if it were in your area, which you're sure it's not? Chances are you're wrong. Doak Field, senior director of Enterprise Sales, Comcast Business Services, recently said in an interview that many companies aren't aware that fiber is available in their area, but that the payoff is there for switching.
3/7/2012 - Does upgrading to fiber sound like one of those pie-in-the-sky things your company would do but you know you can't afford it? Even if it were in your area, which you're sure it's not? Chances are you're wrong. Doak Field, senior director of Enterprise Sales, Comcast Business Services, recently said in an interview that many companies aren't aware that fiber is available in their area, but that the payoff is there for switching.
Cyan Complies with Metro Ethernet Forum's Carrier Ethernet 2.0 Initiative
3/2/2012 - Cyan has achieved compliance for the Metro Ethernet Forum Carrier Ethernet 2.0, also known as the MEF CE 2.0 initiative. The main requirements of the MEF CE 2.0 initiative enforce class-of-service or CoS, network interconnect and service OAM, which Cyan has fulfilled through its Cyan Z-Series packet-optical transport platforms or P-OTPs and with Cyan 360 software and software-as-a-service or SaaS tools. Faced with massive scaling, intricacies, and cost pressures, carriers can now alter the construction of a metro transport network using Cyan solutions.
3/2/2012 - Cyan has achieved compliance for the Metro Ethernet Forum Carrier Ethernet 2.0, also known as the MEF CE 2.0 initiative. The main requirements of the MEF CE 2.0 initiative enforce class-of-service or CoS, network interconnect and service OAM, which Cyan has fulfilled through its Cyan Z-Series packet-optical transport platforms or P-OTPs and with Cyan 360 software and software-as-a-service or SaaS tools. Faced with massive scaling, intricacies, and cost pressures, carriers can now alter the construction of a metro transport network using Cyan solutions.
Metro Ethernet Forum, Metcalfe Unveil Carrier Ethernet 2.0
2/23/2012 - Carrier Ethernet has had great success to date, and now it's poised to get even better. That's at least in part because the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) this morning formally is unveiling Carrier Ethernet 2.0. The effort brings to the table new certifications, definitions and specifications that will allow for standardized multi-class of service, interconnection, and manageability features for carrier Ethernet.
2/23/2012 - Carrier Ethernet has had great success to date, and now it's poised to get even better. That's at least in part because the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) this morning formally is unveiling Carrier Ethernet 2.0. The effort brings to the table new certifications, definitions and specifications that will allow for standardized multi-class of service, interconnection, and manageability features for carrier Ethernet.
Metro Ethernet: Wireless Backhaul Migration Eased With Guidelines for Operators, Partners
2/22/2012 - According to news reports, the Metro Ethernet Forum says that providing guidelines for both wireless operators and their wholesale partners can make the whole wireless backhaul process easier "as operators migrate from TDM-based backhaul to Ethernet/IP-based backhaul to support 4G/LTE." Industry observer Sean Buckley wrote that wireless operators who deliver the bandwidth required for 4G/LTE say that wireless backhaul is "the biggest challenge in operating cost in the industry," citing Nan Chen, president of the MEF, who told Buckley that costs run from $1-$2 billion "in just the U.S. for Ethernet circuits."
2/22/2012 - According to news reports, the Metro Ethernet Forum says that providing guidelines for both wireless operators and their wholesale partners can make the whole wireless backhaul process easier "as operators migrate from TDM-based backhaul to Ethernet/IP-based backhaul to support 4G/LTE." Industry observer Sean Buckley wrote that wireless operators who deliver the bandwidth required for 4G/LTE say that wireless backhaul is "the biggest challenge in operating cost in the industry," citing Nan Chen, president of the MEF, who told Buckley that costs run from $1-$2 billion "in just the U.S. for Ethernet circuits."
New FiberLight Network to Expand Metro Ethernet across Western Texas
2/15/2012 - FiberLight, a leading provider of metro Ethernet and fiber optic networks, announced that it is expanding its footprint in Texas by constructing a new super metro and regional fiber network in the western part of the state.
2/15/2012 - FiberLight, a leading provider of metro Ethernet and fiber optic networks, announced that it is expanding its footprint in Texas by constructing a new super metro and regional fiber network in the western part of the state.
Fibrenoire Picks Ciena Carrier Ethernet Solutions for Metro Ethernet Services
2/9/2012 - Network solutions provider Ciena Corporation announced that Fibrenoire, a provider of fiber-optic Internet connections and private network services, has selected Ciena Carrier Ethernet Solutions (CES) to enhance the delivery of metro Ethernet services to enterprise customers in Quebec and Ontario. The solutions, which include Ciena's 3960 and 3920 Service Delivery Switches, will support Fibrenoire's IP MPLS Internet backbone that runs over 3,000 kilometers of optical fiber.
2/9/2012 - Network solutions provider Ciena Corporation announced that Fibrenoire, a provider of fiber-optic Internet connections and private network services, has selected Ciena Carrier Ethernet Solutions (CES) to enhance the delivery of metro Ethernet services to enterprise customers in Quebec and Ontario. The solutions, which include Ciena's 3960 and 3920 Service Delivery Switches, will support Fibrenoire's IP MPLS Internet backbone that runs over 3,000 kilometers of optical fiber.
Amazon Web Services Partners with FiberLight
1/31/2012 - FiberLight has had a nice reputation for forming strong partnerships. It also has the reputation of being one of the best in its sector. That is one of the reasons why so many other companies have formed partnerships with one of the world's leaders in mission critical level high performance fiber optic networks. While FiberLight has had some real success over the last few years, an argument can be made that it never had more than when Amazon announced it would become a new partner.
1/31/2012 - FiberLight has had a nice reputation for forming strong partnerships. It also has the reputation of being one of the best in its sector. That is one of the reasons why so many other companies have formed partnerships with one of the world's leaders in mission critical level high performance fiber optic networks. While FiberLight has had some real success over the last few years, an argument can be made that it never had more than when Amazon announced it would become a new partner.
Metro Ethernet: CoSentry Develops New Generation of PCI-Certified Cloud Platforms
1/23/2012 - CoSentry has completed construction of its latest generation of high-performance, PCI-certified cloud platforms. Integrating with CenturyLink build fiber, the CoSentry platform provides a unique new service -- the CoSentry Metro Cloud, according to company officials.
1/23/2012 - CoSentry has completed construction of its latest generation of high-performance, PCI-certified cloud platforms. Integrating with CenturyLink build fiber, the CoSentry platform provides a unique new service -- the CoSentry Metro Cloud, according to company officials.
Metro Ethernet: NetLogic Microsystems Expands Intellectual Property Portfolio
1/20/2012 - NetLogic Microsystems has expanded its intellectual property portfolio to include over 800 worldwide patents, filings and international registrations covering a broad range of innovations for its networking infrastructure products.
1/20/2012 - NetLogic Microsystems has expanded its intellectual property portfolio to include over 800 worldwide patents, filings and international registrations covering a broad range of innovations for its networking infrastructure products.
Level 3 Wins Multiple Awards from Metro Ethernet Forum
1/18/2012 - Level 3 Communications, a provider of IP communications services, announced the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF), an industry alliance, has honored the company with the "Service Provider of the Year" award for its Ethernet services in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA).
1/18/2012 - Level 3 Communications, a provider of IP communications services, announced the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF), an industry alliance, has honored the company with the "Service Provider of the Year" award for its Ethernet services in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA).
Metro Ethernet: Parts Of Rural Alabama to Get Broadband Internet by Summer's End
1/12/2012 - According to the Anniston Star, based in Anniston, Ala., rural sections of northeast Alabama "could soon have access to faster Internet connections as a result of the installation of fiber optic cables." The project calls for installing more than 180 miles of fiber optic cable in northeast Alabama and Georgia, connecting 144,000 households and 8,300 businesses.
1/12/2012 - According to the Anniston Star, based in Anniston, Ala., rural sections of northeast Alabama "could soon have access to faster Internet connections as a result of the installation of fiber optic cables." The project calls for installing more than 180 miles of fiber optic cable in northeast Alabama and Georgia, connecting 144,000 households and 8,300 businesses.
Metro Ethernet: Lightower Fiber Extends Broadband Access in Massachusetts
1/11/2012 - In keeping with Governor Patrick's commitment to expand broadband access in western Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) entered into an agreement with Lightower Fiber Networks, the premier metro fiber network and bandwidth service provider in the Northeast.
1/11/2012 - In keeping with Governor Patrick's commitment to expand broadband access in western Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) entered into an agreement with Lightower Fiber Networks, the premier metro fiber network and bandwidth service provider in the Northeast.
BT Expands Ethernet Service in Metro Areas of US and Canada
1/4/2012 - BT, a leading provider of communications solutions and services, has expanded carrier Ethernet service in the U.S. and Canada to meet the growing customer demand nodes in the metro areas of Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Newark, N.J. and Toronto, Canada.
1/4/2012 - BT, a leading provider of communications solutions and services, has expanded carrier Ethernet service in the U.S. and Canada to meet the growing customer demand nodes in the metro areas of Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Newark, N.J. and Toronto, Canada.
Will The Term 'Metro Ethernet' Achieve Internet Status?
12/27/2011 - Industry observer John Saxon recently posted some interesting thoughts on networking and assorted other terms which have come into everyday vocabulary through technology. Saxon thinks "Metro Ethernet" could be another popular term like "Internet." As he explains, "Ethernet is a way to connect in a network, using a cable to join computer to computer, or computer to device or just computer to modem for Internet access. Since most computers are built ready to network, there is little to understand in setting up except which wire to purchase or router to set up. The term Ethernet implies a wired connection, but a wireless system is referred to as Wi-Fi."
12/27/2011 - Industry observer John Saxon recently posted some interesting thoughts on networking and assorted other terms which have come into everyday vocabulary through technology. Saxon thinks "Metro Ethernet" could be another popular term like "Internet." As he explains, "Ethernet is a way to connect in a network, using a cable to join computer to computer, or computer to device or just computer to modem for Internet access. Since most computers are built ready to network, there is little to understand in setting up except which wire to purchase or router to set up. The term Ethernet implies a wired connection, but a wireless system is referred to as Wi-Fi."
Metro Ethernet Provider Optimum Lightpath Crosses 5,000 Building Connections Landmark
12/20/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider Optimum Lightpath has now connected more than 5,000 buildings to its 100 percent fiber network, spanning more than 4,700 fiber route miles. With this expansion, the network continues to be one of the densest fiber-based Ethernet networks in the United States.
12/20/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider Optimum Lightpath has now connected more than 5,000 buildings to its 100 percent fiber network, spanning more than 4,700 fiber route miles. With this expansion, the network continues to be one of the densest fiber-based Ethernet networks in the United States.
Mr. Colocation's New Website to Help Customers with Metro Ethernet Needs
12/15/2011 - Mr. Colocation, a provider of data center-related consulting services on the West Coast, has announced the launch of its new website. To the customers in the greater San Diego and Phoenix metropolitan areas, the new website is expected to offer consumers assistance in locating the best value and high quality options for colocation and data center-related services.
12/15/2011 - Mr. Colocation, a provider of data center-related consulting services on the West Coast, has announced the launch of its new website. To the customers in the greater San Diego and Phoenix metropolitan areas, the new website is expected to offer consumers assistance in locating the best value and high quality options for colocation and data center-related services.
Verizon Recognized Again as Global Service Provider of the Year by Metro Ethernet Forum
12/8/2011 - Verizon announced that the Metro Ethernet Forum recognized the company's excellence and leadership in the development, marketing and delivery of Carrier Ethernet business services around the world. The recognition as the Global Service Provider of the Year for the third consecutive year is based on the strength of the company's comprehensive Carrier Ethernet portfolio, continued service innovation worldwide and expansive interconnect agreements, company officials said.
12/8/2011 - Verizon announced that the Metro Ethernet Forum recognized the company's excellence and leadership in the development, marketing and delivery of Carrier Ethernet business services around the world. The recognition as the Global Service Provider of the Year for the third consecutive year is based on the strength of the company's comprehensive Carrier Ethernet portfolio, continued service innovation worldwide and expansive interconnect agreements, company officials said.
Metro Ethernet vs T1: What's the Better Choice for City-Dwelling Businesses?
11/28/2011 - As large cities across the nation start to overflow with frenzied holiday shoppers, metropolitan-area businesses will now more than ever require a robust and reliable network connection as they communicate between offices. And, just as we have choices in what color sweater to buy for our loved one this year for Christmas, options also exist for Internet connections.
11/28/2011 - As large cities across the nation start to overflow with frenzied holiday shoppers, metropolitan-area businesses will now more than ever require a robust and reliable network connection as they communicate between offices. And, just as we have choices in what color sweater to buy for our loved one this year for Christmas, options also exist for Internet connections.
Metro Ethernet: FiberLight Helps North Georgia Network Connect North Georgia to Atlanta
11/21/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high performance fiber optic networks, announced it is helping North Georgia Networks (NGN) to connect North Georgia to Atlanta along 108 miles of FiberLight's privately owned high speed, fiber optic backbone. Valued at $42 million, the North Georgia Network broadband infrastructure project aims to offer connectivity services to nearly 42,000 households, 9,200 businesses and 245 institutions in the eight-county North Georgia region, including public schools, universities, hospitals and government facilities, company officials said.
11/21/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high performance fiber optic networks, announced it is helping North Georgia Networks (NGN) to connect North Georgia to Atlanta along 108 miles of FiberLight's privately owned high speed, fiber optic backbone. Valued at $42 million, the North Georgia Network broadband infrastructure project aims to offer connectivity services to nearly 42,000 households, 9,200 businesses and 245 institutions in the eight-county North Georgia region, including public schools, universities, hospitals and government facilities, company officials said.
Metro Ethernet Services: Why They Matter to VARs
11/17/2011 - Metro Ethernet services matter to VARs. The question is, "Why?" A recent post on the Search Networking Channel blog from contributor Lynn Haber notes that selling Metro Ethernet services has "generally been a play" for telecom providers, as "VARs are more commonly adding the technology to their portfolios in order to increase options in WAN services, disaster recovery and even basic connectivity for SMBs."
11/17/2011 - Metro Ethernet services matter to VARs. The question is, "Why?" A recent post on the Search Networking Channel blog from contributor Lynn Haber notes that selling Metro Ethernet services has "generally been a play" for telecom providers, as "VARs are more commonly adding the technology to their portfolios in order to increase options in WAN services, disaster recovery and even basic connectivity for SMBs."
Cyan Looking to Lead Metro Ethernet Innovation with Expanded Capabilities
11/9/2011 - Cyan, a provider of multi-layer packet-optical transport platforms, software and SaaS solutions, and professional services, asserted that by supporting multi-vendor network management, service level agreement (SLA) assurance, and integrated Ethernet protection solutions, it is going to lead a new kind of Metro Ethernet innovation.
11/9/2011 - Cyan, a provider of multi-layer packet-optical transport platforms, software and SaaS solutions, and professional services, asserted that by supporting multi-vendor network management, service level agreement (SLA) assurance, and integrated Ethernet protection solutions, it is going to lead a new kind of Metro Ethernet innovation.
Metro Ethernet: Lightower Builds Ultra-Low Latency Network across Key Financial Centers
11/7/2011 - Lightower Fiber Networks, a metro fiber and bandwidth provider in the Northeast, has launched its new Ultra-Low Latency Network across 15 strategic locations in the New York City and New Jersey area.
11/7/2011 - Lightower Fiber Networks, a metro fiber and bandwidth provider in the Northeast, has launched its new Ultra-Low Latency Network across 15 strategic locations in the New York City and New Jersey area.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight to Focus on Improving Core Competency in Southern US
11/3/2011 - At the recent Comptel 2011 show in Orlando, TMC's Stefanie Mosca had the chance to interview FiberLight's President of Sales and Marketing Ben Edmond. FiberLight provides mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks. Edmond says the metro Ethernet company focuses on the southern half of the United States, and "we like to build things underground." They're really not looking to expand from that base, Edmond said, but to focus on improving their core competencies in that region.
11/3/2011 - At the recent Comptel 2011 show in Orlando, TMC's Stefanie Mosca had the chance to interview FiberLight's President of Sales and Marketing Ben Edmond. FiberLight provides mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks. Edmond says the metro Ethernet company focuses on the southern half of the United States, and "we like to build things underground." They're really not looking to expand from that base, Edmond said, but to focus on improving their core competencies in that region.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight Integrates Equipment into Cologix Dallas Infomart Data Center
10/31/2011 - Cologix, a provider of network neutral interconnection and colocation solutions, announced that FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks, has deployed network equipment within the Cologix Dallas Infomart data center at 1950 North Stemmons Freeway.
10/31/2011 - Cologix, a provider of network neutral interconnection and colocation solutions, announced that FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks, has deployed network equipment within the Cologix Dallas Infomart data center at 1950 North Stemmons Freeway.
Illinois High School District Selects Comcast Metro Ethernet Services
10/27/2011 - Township High School District 214, the second largest high school district in Illinois, has selected Comcast Metro Ethernet Services to deliver cloud computing, virtualization and Web-based educational tools. Comcast's Metro Ethernet provides the capacity and bandwidth necessary to connect to IlliniCloud for 24/7 access and storage of this critical data. IlliniCloud is a cloud-based, statewide IT network built by Illinois school districts, for the backup of finance, payroll, human resources, and student information.
10/27/2011 - Township High School District 214, the second largest high school district in Illinois, has selected Comcast Metro Ethernet Services to deliver cloud computing, virtualization and Web-based educational tools. Comcast's Metro Ethernet provides the capacity and bandwidth necessary to connect to IlliniCloud for 24/7 access and storage of this critical data. IlliniCloud is a cloud-based, statewide IT network built by Illinois school districts, for the backup of finance, payroll, human resources, and student information.
Verizon Global Wholesale Receives Award from Metro Ethernet Forum
10/20/2011 - For the second year in a row, Verizon Global Wholesale has been recognized with Metro Ethernet Forum's 2011 Best Wholesale Ethernet Service award, for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The Best Wholesale Ethernet Service award honors excellence and leadership in the development, marketing and delivery of carrier Ethernet services in the EMEA region.
10/20/2011 - For the second year in a row, Verizon Global Wholesale has been recognized with Metro Ethernet Forum's 2011 Best Wholesale Ethernet Service award, for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The Best Wholesale Ethernet Service award honors excellence and leadership in the development, marketing and delivery of carrier Ethernet services in the EMEA region.
FiberLight's President Kevin Coyne Up for Prestigious Telecom Award
10/17/2011 - A premier provider of mission-critical, high-performance networking services, FiberLight has been making waves lately in the metro Ethernet space for its company accolades. And, part of this recent success can certainly be attributed to its strong, talented team.
10/17/2011 - A premier provider of mission-critical, high-performance networking services, FiberLight has been making waves lately in the metro Ethernet space for its company accolades. And, part of this recent success can certainly be attributed to its strong, talented team.
How Metro Ethernet Helps Mid-Sized Businesses Embrace the Cloud
10/11/2011 - Agile responses to changing market conditions and a fierce focus on cost control have long been hallmarks of small to mid-size businesses. As these businesses operate in ever more treacherous economic conditions, they are being forced to become even more nimble and efficient than ever before. The cloud has emerged as a key vehicle for meeting business' needs to control IT costs while improving productivity. By hosting infrastructure, platforms and software in shared facilities, smaller businesses are realizing IT economies of scale that were previously reserved for larger companies. TCO, disaster recovery options and operational flexibility all improve in a cloud environment.
10/11/2011 - Agile responses to changing market conditions and a fierce focus on cost control have long been hallmarks of small to mid-size businesses. As these businesses operate in ever more treacherous economic conditions, they are being forced to become even more nimble and efficient than ever before. The cloud has emerged as a key vehicle for meeting business' needs to control IT costs while improving productivity. By hosting infrastructure, platforms and software in shared facilities, smaller businesses are realizing IT economies of scale that were previously reserved for larger companies. TCO, disaster recovery options and operational flexibility all improve in a cloud environment.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight Gains Customized Quote Platform from Global Capacity
10/4/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight will now be able to do away with the tedious manual process of generating quotes, thanks to telecommunications information and logistics company Global Capacity.
10/4/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight will now be able to do away with the tedious manual process of generating quotes, thanks to telecommunications information and logistics company Global Capacity.
Metro Ethernet: Comcast Survey Reveals Access to High-Speed Networks and Services is Top Priority for Tenants
10/3/2011 - A recent survey conducted by Comcast Corporation revealed that 90 percent of commercial property owners and building managers ranked "access to advanced communications" as top priority for tenants only after price, parking and location.
10/3/2011 - A recent survey conducted by Comcast Corporation revealed that 90 percent of commercial property owners and building managers ranked "access to advanced communications" as top priority for tenants only after price, parking and location.
Positron Access' Breakthrough Delivers 800 Mbps over Copper at Real Service Distances
9/28/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider Positron Access has announced a breakthrough solution that delivers up to 800 Mbps Ethernet over copper at real life service distances. A disruptive solution, FlexStream 800 delivers ultra high-speed business Ethernet services and LTE wireless site backhaul. Company officials said that it's in deployment trials at Tier 1 customers.
9/28/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider Positron Access has announced a breakthrough solution that delivers up to 800 Mbps Ethernet over copper at real life service distances. A disruptive solution, FlexStream 800 delivers ultra high-speed business Ethernet services and LTE wireless site backhaul. Company officials said that it's in deployment trials at Tier 1 customers.
FiberLight Touts Government Experience with Metro Ethernet Offerings
9/28/2011 - Governments need top-quality network tools too, and FiberLight has long-time experience with the market, which gives them the insight they need to know what government agencies need, company officials say. Over the past 15 years, FiberLight has sold optical transport tools to government organizations. "We have designed, implemented, and managed customized products for governments around the world, including federal and state government agencies in the U.S. and more than 20 other countries," company officials say.
9/28/2011 - Governments need top-quality network tools too, and FiberLight has long-time experience with the market, which gives them the insight they need to know what government agencies need, company officials say. Over the past 15 years, FiberLight has sold optical transport tools to government organizations. "We have designed, implemented, and managed customized products for governments around the world, including federal and state government agencies in the U.S. and more than 20 other countries," company officials say.
FiberLight Calls on Juniper Networks, IBM for Next-Generation Dedicated IP Platform
9/19/2011 - In a move to deliver a high-capacity, dedicated IP platform to customers, metro Ethernet leader FiberLight has called on the superior expertise and services of Juniper Networks and IBM.
9/19/2011 - In a move to deliver a high-capacity, dedicated IP platform to customers, metro Ethernet leader FiberLight has called on the superior expertise and services of Juniper Networks and IBM.
Enteracloud Launches Metro Ethernet Reseller Program in San Diego
9/19/2011 - Enteracloud Solutions, a provider of infrastructure and cloud services for small businesses, announced the launch of reseller program for metro Ethernet in San Diego. Leveraging Enteracloud's program, resellers will have access to San Diego's booming metro Ethernet market without making the associated costs or capital investments.
9/19/2011 - Enteracloud Solutions, a provider of infrastructure and cloud services for small businesses, announced the launch of reseller program for metro Ethernet in San Diego. Leveraging Enteracloud's program, resellers will have access to San Diego's booming metro Ethernet market without making the associated costs or capital investments.
Metro Ethernet Services Spending Projected to Grow Exponentially Over Next Five Years
9/12/2011 - U.S. enterprises and consumers are apparently putting their money where their Ethernet is, according to a recent survey by Insight Research Corp.
9/12/2011 - U.S. enterprises and consumers are apparently putting their money where their Ethernet is, according to a recent survey by Insight Research Corp.
FiberLight's SAN is Example of Metro Ethernet Effectiveness
9/7/2011 - Here's a dictum you probably need to reckon with: "Your data center infrastructure must evolve rapidly to improve resiliency, increase business responsiveness and keep up with the growing demands of new applications while reducing overall power consumption." Any argument with that one? No, we didn't think so, but the problem comes in figuring out how to do all that in the most effective manner. And this is a problem, because as officials of metro Ethernet company FiberLight remark in a recent online posting, "Storage costs are growing faster than server costs, increasing the need for efficient and cost-effective storage area networks."
9/7/2011 - Here's a dictum you probably need to reckon with: "Your data center infrastructure must evolve rapidly to improve resiliency, increase business responsiveness and keep up with the growing demands of new applications while reducing overall power consumption." Any argument with that one? No, we didn't think so, but the problem comes in figuring out how to do all that in the most effective manner. And this is a problem, because as officials of metro Ethernet company FiberLight remark in a recent online posting, "Storage costs are growing faster than server costs, increasing the need for efficient and cost-effective storage area networks."
Spirit's Metro Ethernet Solution Launched, Powered by Overture's Carrier Ethernet Platforms
8/31/2011 - Carrier Ethernet solutions provider Overture Networks and Spirit Communications, a provider of carrier-class communication services, have launched a new metro Ethernet solution based on Overture's carrier Ethernet platforms. Spirit said that it has completed the successful deployment of Overture's equipment across a select number of local serving offices (LSOs). The introduction of this Metro Ethernet solution is expected to help Spirit broaden its robust footprint and take advantage of emerging service opportunities throughout the Carolinas.
8/31/2011 - Carrier Ethernet solutions provider Overture Networks and Spirit Communications, a provider of carrier-class communication services, have launched a new metro Ethernet solution based on Overture's carrier Ethernet platforms. Spirit said that it has completed the successful deployment of Overture's equipment across a select number of local serving offices (LSOs). The introduction of this Metro Ethernet solution is expected to help Spirit broaden its robust footprint and take advantage of emerging service opportunities throughout the Carolinas.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight Named to Inc. Magazine's 'Fastest Growing Companies' List
8/29/2011 - A leading provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks, FiberLight has been named to Inc. Magazine's America's Fastest Growing Companies list, coming in at No. 923 of 5,000 top U.S. companies, and No. 30 within the telecom industry.
8/29/2011 - A leading provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic networks, FiberLight has been named to Inc. Magazine's America's Fastest Growing Companies list, coming in at No. 923 of 5,000 top U.S. companies, and No. 30 within the telecom industry.
Metro Ethernet Forum Members Re-Elect Fujitsu Director to Global Alliance's Board of Directors
8/24/2011 - Ralph Santitoro, director of Carrier Ethernet market development at Fujitsu Network Communications, has been re-elected to the Metro Ethernet Forum Board of Directors for the fourth consecutive year. The Metro Ethernet Forum is the defining body for the development of carrier Ethernet technical specifications and implementation agreements to promote interoperability and deployment of Carrier Ethernet worldwide.
8/24/2011 - Ralph Santitoro, director of Carrier Ethernet market development at Fujitsu Network Communications, has been re-elected to the Metro Ethernet Forum Board of Directors for the fourth consecutive year. The Metro Ethernet Forum is the defining body for the development of carrier Ethernet technical specifications and implementation agreements to promote interoperability and deployment of Carrier Ethernet worldwide.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight to Build Fiber Optic Network for Roswell, Georgia
8/22/2011 - In a move to enhance city communications and data storage recovery for the city of Roswell, Ga., metro Ethernet solutions provider FiberLight will build a state-of-the-art dark fiber network to connect all of the city's municipal buildings.
8/22/2011 - In a move to enhance city communications and data storage recovery for the city of Roswell, Ga., metro Ethernet solutions provider FiberLight will build a state-of-the-art dark fiber network to connect all of the city's municipal buildings.
FiberLight: Consistent Over 15 Years of Metro Ethernet Service
8/16/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has been building telecom delivery systems, cable and satellite television networks, fiber optic highways, and voice, video and data networks for over 15 years, for some of the biggest companies around.
8/16/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has been building telecom delivery systems, cable and satellite television networks, fiber optic highways, and voice, video and data networks for over 15 years, for some of the biggest companies around.
Ciena Partners with Metro Ethernet Provider Pangaea for NYC Ethernet Business Services
8/15/2011 - Network specialist Ciena Corp. has announced a partnership with Pangaea Networks, a provider of multi-protocol metro Ethernet local loop connectivity, to deliver reliable and robust Ethernet business services to service providers in the New York City and tri-state area. Jason Phipps, vice president, global market operations at Ciena, said that the growth in demand for premium Ethernet business services clearly reflects the market's readiness for a scalable, efficient way for organizations to access not only remote data centers and cloud services, but also offer a variety of applications such as voice, data and video.
8/15/2011 - Network specialist Ciena Corp. has announced a partnership with Pangaea Networks, a provider of multi-protocol metro Ethernet local loop connectivity, to deliver reliable and robust Ethernet business services to service providers in the New York City and tri-state area. Jason Phipps, vice president, global market operations at Ciena, said that the growth in demand for premium Ethernet business services clearly reflects the market's readiness for a scalable, efficient way for organizations to access not only remote data centers and cloud services, but also offer a variety of applications such as voice, data and video.
Philippines Carrier to Benefit from ZTE's New Metro Ethernet Transport Network
8/11/2011 - ZTE Corporation, China's largest listed telecom equipment company, has been awarded a contract to build a metro Ethernet transport network Carrier Ethernet Network for Smart Communications, Philippines' largest mobile carrier. Smart Communications operates mobile services and has 50 million 2G/3G users. PLDT plans to establish an LTE network covering 95 percent of the country's population within three years. The metro Ethernet project will increase their market share in the region and increase the competitiveness of ZTE's IPTN products.
8/11/2011 - ZTE Corporation, China's largest listed telecom equipment company, has been awarded a contract to build a metro Ethernet transport network Carrier Ethernet Network for Smart Communications, Philippines' largest mobile carrier. Smart Communications operates mobile services and has 50 million 2G/3G users. PLDT plans to establish an LTE network covering 95 percent of the country's population within three years. The metro Ethernet project will increase their market share in the region and increase the competitiveness of ZTE's IPTN products.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight to Display at AFCEA Technology Showcase
8/8/2011 - One of the nation's leading providers of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic network solutions, FiberLight will be displaying its solutions at the AFCEA Technology Showcase at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Customer and Industry Forum next week, Aug. 15 to 18. The showcase, which will be held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md., will display hundreds of technologies and solutions in industries ranging from communication systems and electronic warfare equipment, to network integration and wireless technology, and more.
8/8/2011 - One of the nation's leading providers of mission-critical, high-performance fiber optic network solutions, FiberLight will be displaying its solutions at the AFCEA Technology Showcase at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Customer and Industry Forum next week, Aug. 15 to 18. The showcase, which will be held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md., will display hundreds of technologies and solutions in industries ranging from communication systems and electronic warfare equipment, to network integration and wireless technology, and more.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight Connecting Your Campus Network
8/2/2011 - If you're not that familiar with FiberLight, you might be interested to know that it offers educational, healthcare, government and property developers who own campuses with multiple locations, either connected or not by public right-of-way, a complete campus network.
8/2/2011 - If you're not that familiar with FiberLight, you might be interested to know that it offers educational, healthcare, government and property developers who own campuses with multiple locations, either connected or not by public right-of-way, a complete campus network.
Argentina's Tecnopolis Theme Park Outfitted with Telco Systems' Metro Ethernet Products
8/2/2011 - Industry observer Olivia Regan recently noted that officials of Telco Systems said the company's metro Ethernet demarcation and aggregation products were selected by Telefonica Argentina to create the telecommunications network for the Tecnopolis theme park near Buenos Aires.
8/2/2011 - Industry observer Olivia Regan recently noted that officials of Telco Systems said the company's metro Ethernet demarcation and aggregation products were selected by Telefonica Argentina to create the telecommunications network for the Tecnopolis theme park near Buenos Aires.
Metro Ethernet Forum Names First Certified Professionals, Recruiting More Members
7/26/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum has been making great strides in accelerating the adoption of carrier Ethernet across the nation, and much of that success is attributed to the talent of its members.
7/26/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum has been making great strides in accelerating the adoption of carrier Ethernet across the nation, and much of that success is attributed to the talent of its members.
Metro Ethernet Forum Member Positron Aids Brazoria with its Aktino Flexstream Solution
7/21/2011 - Brazoria, one of the earliest telephone companies in Texas, has adapted metro Ethernet company Positron's Aktino Flexstream solution to offer 45 Mbps, scalable to 100 Mbps, services to North America's biggest Tier 1 wireless provider. Brazoria officials said that they were looking for a robust solution that provided a full DS3 or 45 Mbps of bandwidth that could seamlessly scale to 100 Mbps on the same equipment. This requirement was matched by Positron's AK355 solution because of its industry-leading single span performance and unique ability to provide remote auxiliary powering. This deployment has helped Brazoria to significantly increase its bandwidth without trenching fiber.
7/21/2011 - Brazoria, one of the earliest telephone companies in Texas, has adapted metro Ethernet company Positron's Aktino Flexstream solution to offer 45 Mbps, scalable to 100 Mbps, services to North America's biggest Tier 1 wireless provider. Brazoria officials said that they were looking for a robust solution that provided a full DS3 or 45 Mbps of bandwidth that could seamlessly scale to 100 Mbps on the same equipment. This requirement was matched by Positron's AK355 solution because of its industry-leading single span performance and unique ability to provide remote auxiliary powering. This deployment has helped Brazoria to significantly increase its bandwidth without trenching fiber.
WAN Users Finding Metro Ethernet an Affordable Option
7/20/2011 - Industry observer Jessica Scarpati has written a good overview of what WAN pros think of metro Ethernet. Endlessly bonding multiple T1 lines is neither cost-effective nor scalable, and WAN pros who support increasingly distributed environments say managed MPLS networks are becoming too expensive to deploy everywhere. Some prefer Ethernet-based WAN services, carrier Ethernet WAN and metro Ethernet services.
7/20/2011 - Industry observer Jessica Scarpati has written a good overview of what WAN pros think of metro Ethernet. Endlessly bonding multiple T1 lines is neither cost-effective nor scalable, and WAN pros who support increasingly distributed environments say managed MPLS networks are becoming too expensive to deploy everywhere. Some prefer Ethernet-based WAN services, carrier Ethernet WAN and metro Ethernet services.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight Picks Global Capacity's Automated Pricing Service
7/12/2011 - In order to accelerate its automated pricing service for customers, metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has tapped Global Capacity's One Marketplace Access Exchange to generate quotes for off-net solutions.
7/12/2011 - In order to accelerate its automated pricing service for customers, metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has tapped Global Capacity's One Marketplace Access Exchange to generate quotes for off-net solutions.
Metro Ethernet Provider AboveNet Joins Success Group International Technology Coalition
7/6/2011 - Success Group International (SGI) Technology Coalition has announced that AboveNet, a provider of fiber optic connections and network services for U.S. cities and London, U.K., has joined the coalition as a new member to contribute its expertise in providing high-bandwidth, low-latency metro Ethernet networks.
7/6/2011 - Success Group International (SGI) Technology Coalition has announced that AboveNet, a provider of fiber optic connections and network services for U.S. cities and London, U.K., has joined the coalition as a new member to contribute its expertise in providing high-bandwidth, low-latency metro Ethernet networks.
Metro Ethernet Leader FiberLight One of Georgia's Fastest Growing Companies for 2011
7/5/2011 - A metro Ethernet leader in mission-critical, higher-performance fiber optic network solutions, FiberLight has once again been named one of Georgia's fastest growing companies by Georgia Trend magazine.
7/5/2011 - A metro Ethernet leader in mission-critical, higher-performance fiber optic network solutions, FiberLight has once again been named one of Georgia's fastest growing companies by Georgia Trend magazine.
Happy 10th Birthday, Metro Ethernet Forum
6/29/2011 - It's been nearly 10 years since the Metro Ethernet Forum formed to help accelerate the global adoption of carrier Ethernet networks and services, and carrier Ethernet is only at the cusp of its full potential.
6/29/2011 - It's been nearly 10 years since the Metro Ethernet Forum formed to help accelerate the global adoption of carrier Ethernet networks and services, and carrier Ethernet is only at the cusp of its full potential.
FiberLight Enables Metro Ethernet Capabilities
6/21/2011 - Service providers interested in the resale of IP Transit and enterprise customers seeking cheap Internet connectivity may be interested in the latest innovation from FiberLight. LightSource Dedicated IP is the company's solution designed to cost effectively access high speed Internet connectivity for both service providers and enterprise customers.
6/21/2011 - Service providers interested in the resale of IP Transit and enterprise customers seeking cheap Internet connectivity may be interested in the latest innovation from FiberLight. LightSource Dedicated IP is the company's solution designed to cost effectively access high speed Internet connectivity for both service providers and enterprise customers.
Ekinops, Extreme Networks Team to Intro Ethernet Switching and Routing Systems
6/20/2011 - Ekinops has partnered with Extreme Networks to introduce a line of integrated, scalable Layer 1, 2, and 3 Ethernet switching and routing systems.
6/20/2011 - Ekinops has partnered with Extreme Networks to introduce a line of integrated, scalable Layer 1, 2, and 3 Ethernet switching and routing systems.
LightSource Managed Wavelength Rapidly Transports Data Between Metro Area Networks
6/17/2011 - Transporting large amounts of data between metropolitan area networks (MANs) is not easy, especially with traditional Ethernet networks. Hence, using dense wave division multiplexing (DWDM) signals over fiber networks, metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has developed a high-speed, fiber-optic network infrastructure called LightSource. According to FiberLight, LightSource managed wavelengths provide more cost-effective solutions for transporting point-to-point data.
6/17/2011 - Transporting large amounts of data between metropolitan area networks (MANs) is not easy, especially with traditional Ethernet networks. Hence, using dense wave division multiplexing (DWDM) signals over fiber networks, metro Ethernet provider FiberLight has developed a high-speed, fiber-optic network infrastructure called LightSource. According to FiberLight, LightSource managed wavelengths provide more cost-effective solutions for transporting point-to-point data.
Metro Ethernet: Cervalis Teams with AboveNet to Provide Additional Networking Capabilities
6/14/2011 - A provider of high-bandwidth connectivity solutions, AboveNet will connect to the Cervalis data centers located in Stamford, Conn., and Totowa, N.J., to provide connectivity in and between metro markets in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
6/14/2011 - A provider of high-bandwidth connectivity solutions, AboveNet will connect to the Cervalis data centers located in Stamford, Conn., and Totowa, N.J., to provide connectivity in and between metro markets in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
FiberLight's LightSource Offers Scalability, Flexibility for Metro Ethernet
6/7/2011 - For those Interested in lowering operating costs, enhancing scalability, and flexible network products for metro Ethernet technology, Fiberlight's LightSource offering is your answer. It's marketed for systems collocated within a data center served by FiberLight or located anywhere throughout the state of Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Texas or the District of Columbia. "We have more than 500,000 miles of fiber, interconnections into over 100 data centers and hundreds of other on-net access points in the primary commercial districts across our markets," company officials say.
6/7/2011 - For those Interested in lowering operating costs, enhancing scalability, and flexible network products for metro Ethernet technology, Fiberlight's LightSource offering is your answer. It's marketed for systems collocated within a data center served by FiberLight or located anywhere throughout the state of Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Texas or the District of Columbia. "We have more than 500,000 miles of fiber, interconnections into over 100 data centers and hundreds of other on-net access points in the primary commercial districts across our markets," company officials say.
Transbeam Completes Metro Ethernet Expansion in Greater Boston Area
6/6/2011 - Transbeam, a leading national integrated communication provider offering carrier-class Ethernet (including EOC and EOF) and other high-capacity data services, has successfully completed its expansion in the greater Boston area. Users in Boston area can now enjoy the metro Ethernet service with speeds ranging from 3Mbps to 45Mbps for businesses and can also make use of the affordable, scalable and flexible network options that Transbeam offers.
6/6/2011 - Transbeam, a leading national integrated communication provider offering carrier-class Ethernet (including EOC and EOF) and other high-capacity data services, has successfully completed its expansion in the greater Boston area. Users in Boston area can now enjoy the metro Ethernet service with speeds ranging from 3Mbps to 45Mbps for businesses and can also make use of the affordable, scalable and flexible network options that Transbeam offers.
Metro Ethernet: CoreXchange to Provide Additional Connectivity and Data Center Services to Cytracom
6/3/2011 - Cytracom, a provider of VoIP services, has selected metro Ethernet company CoreXchange to provide it with connectivity and data center services. CoreXchange provides a comprehensive suite of data center and network-layer managed services and its solutions include co-location, high performance network connectivity, Internet access, disaster recovery, and a business continuance center.
6/3/2011 - Cytracom, a provider of VoIP services, has selected metro Ethernet company CoreXchange to provide it with connectivity and data center services. CoreXchange provides a comprehensive suite of data center and network-layer managed services and its solutions include co-location, high performance network connectivity, Internet access, disaster recovery, and a business continuance center.
Metro Ethernet: Sidera Network Offers High-Speed Connectivity to Colt Technology Services
6/1/2011 - Sidera Network, a metro Ethernet provider of fiber optic-based network solutions, will offer high-speed connectivity to Colt, an information delivery platform in Europe. The high-speed connectivity enables the provider to access the U.S. market with direct, ultra low-latency connectivity to the New York and Chicago metropolitan areas.
6/1/2011 - Sidera Network, a metro Ethernet provider of fiber optic-based network solutions, will offer high-speed connectivity to Colt, an information delivery platform in Europe. The high-speed connectivity enables the provider to access the U.S. market with direct, ultra low-latency connectivity to the New York and Chicago metropolitan areas.
Metro Ethernet: NBS Adds Tranbeam's EoC Services to Voice and Data Offerings
5/23/2011 - Telecommunications service provider and reseller NBS has added Ethernet over Copper (EoC) services of Transbeam to its portfolio of voice and data offerings. "Transbeam has been growing its EOC network and customer base for years and we see a tremendous opportunity for our services as the demand for affordable and reliable metro Ethernet services continues to increase," said Marc Sellouk, founder and CEO of Transbeam.
5/23/2011 - Telecommunications service provider and reseller NBS has added Ethernet over Copper (EoC) services of Transbeam to its portfolio of voice and data offerings. "Transbeam has been growing its EOC network and customer base for years and we see a tremendous opportunity for our services as the demand for affordable and reliable metro Ethernet services continues to increase," said Marc Sellouk, founder and CEO of Transbeam.
Metro Ethernet: IPNETZONE Joins Telx Ethernet Exchange to Expand MPLS Exchange Platform Reach
5/23/2011 - New York-based metro Ethernet services provider IPNETZONE has joined the Telx Ethernet Exchange to expand the reach of its recently-launched MPLS Exchange Platform (MEP). Powered by the 6.4 TB/s capable Cisco ASR 9000 hardware platform and the modular Cisco IOS XR software operating system, the Telx Ethernet Exchange provides a simplified method of interconnecting service provider networks on a one-to-many basis.
5/23/2011 - New York-based metro Ethernet services provider IPNETZONE has joined the Telx Ethernet Exchange to expand the reach of its recently-launched MPLS Exchange Platform (MEP). Powered by the 6.4 TB/s capable Cisco ASR 9000 hardware platform and the modular Cisco IOS XR software operating system, the Telx Ethernet Exchange provides a simplified method of interconnecting service provider networks on a one-to-many basis.
Latisys Joins Forces with Metro Ethernet Provider Allied Telecom
5/19/2011 - Latisys, a premier national provider of colocation, managed hosting, managed services and disaster recovery solutions, has entered into a partnership with metro Ethernet provider Allied Telecom. Allied Telecom, a D.C.-based operator and one of the region's fastest broadband networks, will interconnect its Optical Transport Network for virtually unlimited bandwidth, scalability and high-performance with Latisys' high-density data center campus in Ashburn.
5/19/2011 - Latisys, a premier national provider of colocation, managed hosting, managed services and disaster recovery solutions, has entered into a partnership with metro Ethernet provider Allied Telecom. Allied Telecom, a D.C.-based operator and one of the region's fastest broadband networks, will interconnect its Optical Transport Network for virtually unlimited bandwidth, scalability and high-performance with Latisys' high-density data center campus in Ashburn.
Comcast Brings Metro Ethernet Connections to 20 US Markets
5/17/2011 - Making an entrance into the medium-size commercial business division, Comcast has rolled out metro Ethernet services to more than 20 markets across the U.S.
5/17/2011 - Making an entrance into the medium-size commercial business division, Comcast has rolled out metro Ethernet services to more than 20 markets across the U.S.
Metro Ethernet: BTI Systems to Update proNX Service Manager for Enhanced Metro Area Services
5/12/2011 - BTI Systems, a company that redefines service delivery with its packet-optical service platforms and specializes in networking for metro areas, has made new updates to its proNX Service Manager.
5/12/2011 - BTI Systems, a company that redefines service delivery with its packet-optical service platforms and specializes in networking for metro areas, has made new updates to its proNX Service Manager.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight Picks Juniper and IBM for Major IP Platform, Router Project
5/12/2011 - FiberLight sells networking services including metro Ethernet, Wavelengths and Dedicated IP, Synchronous Optical Networking (SONET), and Dark Fiber optical transport network products. Recently, company officials needed to enable the company's planned launch of a Dedicated IP platform for enterprise and government customers.
5/12/2011 - FiberLight sells networking services including metro Ethernet, Wavelengths and Dedicated IP, Synchronous Optical Networking (SONET), and Dark Fiber optical transport network products. Recently, company officials needed to enable the company's planned launch of a Dedicated IP platform for enterprise and government customers.
Optivon, Overture Networks in Pact to Deliver Puerto Rico's First Mid-Band Metro Ethernet Network
5/9/2011 - Overture Networks, a carrier Ethernet solutions provider, will be powering innovative, multi-platform technologies to Puerto Rico's mid-band metro Ethernet network.
5/9/2011 - Overture Networks, a carrier Ethernet solutions provider, will be powering innovative, multi-platform technologies to Puerto Rico's mid-band metro Ethernet network.
What is Metro Ethernet?
5/3/2011 - Metro Ethernet is essentially the use of carrier Ethernet technology in a metropolitan area that connects subscribers and businesses to a wide area network (WAN) and the Internet, or connects branch offices to an Intranet.
5/3/2011 - Metro Ethernet is essentially the use of carrier Ethernet technology in a metropolitan area that connects subscribers and businesses to a wide area network (WAN) and the Internet, or connects branch offices to an Intranet.
Metro Ethernet: Mammoth Networks Creates Additional Ethernet On-Ramps
5/2/2011 - Mammoth Networks, a facilities-based aggregator of data services well known for providing access to multiple data technologies and multiple telecommunication carriers on a single platform, has added additional aggregation locations from Colorado Metro Connect in Denver include Boise, Idaho; Boston; Chicago; and Portland, Ore. Company officials say that these aggregation points have helped it support on-loading and off-loading of both metro Ethernet and long-haul Ethernet in these locations.
5/2/2011 - Mammoth Networks, a facilities-based aggregator of data services well known for providing access to multiple data technologies and multiple telecommunication carriers on a single platform, has added additional aggregation locations from Colorado Metro Connect in Denver include Boise, Idaho; Boston; Chicago; and Portland, Ore. Company officials say that these aggregation points have helped it support on-loading and off-loading of both metro Ethernet and long-haul Ethernet in these locations.
Metro Ethernet Backhaul Expenditure Focus of TMC Webinar
4/26/2011 - Steps for reducing both carrier and metro Ethernet backhaul expenditure through effective management of network capacity and exceeding service levels will be the focus of a TMC live webinar with network performance management solutions provider SevOne and Comcast.
4/26/2011 - Steps for reducing both carrier and metro Ethernet backhaul expenditure through effective management of network capacity and exceeding service levels will be the focus of a TMC live webinar with network performance management solutions provider SevOne and Comcast.
Telco Systems Acquires Metro Ethernet Platform of ANDA Networks
4/25/2011 - Telco Systems has completed the formalities for acquiring the major assets and intellectual property of ANDA Networks in an all-cash transaction. ANDA Networks provides carrier-class Ethernet and wireless backhaul platforms, which enable cost-effective metro Ethernet services over global fiber, copper and wireless access networks.
4/25/2011 - Telco Systems has completed the formalities for acquiring the major assets and intellectual property of ANDA Networks in an all-cash transaction. ANDA Networks provides carrier-class Ethernet and wireless backhaul platforms, which enable cost-effective metro Ethernet services over global fiber, copper and wireless access networks.
Metro Ethernet: DuPont Fabros Technology Selects AboveNet for NJ Data Center Connectivity
4/19/2011 - DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc., (DFT) has selected AboveNet to provide fiber connectivity in the company's wholesale data center NJ1 located in Piscataway, N.J. AboveNet will deploy equipment at DFT's NJ1 data center, utilizing DFT's underground and secure 3-lateral conduit bank system, and will make the facility an IP and metro Ethernet POP. Customers within NJ1 will be able to take advantage of connectivity to two major carrier hotels located in the New York City metro area, by utilizing AboveNet's private, fiber optic network and extensive metro footprint for high bandwidth connectivity, the company stated in a press release.
4/19/2011 - DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc., (DFT) has selected AboveNet to provide fiber connectivity in the company's wholesale data center NJ1 located in Piscataway, N.J. AboveNet will deploy equipment at DFT's NJ1 data center, utilizing DFT's underground and secure 3-lateral conduit bank system, and will make the facility an IP and metro Ethernet POP. Customers within NJ1 will be able to take advantage of connectivity to two major carrier hotels located in the New York City metro area, by utilizing AboveNet's private, fiber optic network and extensive metro footprint for high bandwidth connectivity, the company stated in a press release.
Smith-Midland Selects Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight for Dedicated Network
4/19/2011 - Smith-Midland Corporation, one of the largest pre-cast concrete manufacturers in the U.S., has selected metro Ethernet provider FiberLight's Virginia fiber network to get high-speed dedicated Internet access, FiberLight has announced.
4/19/2011 - Smith-Midland Corporation, one of the largest pre-cast concrete manufacturers in the U.S., has selected metro Ethernet provider FiberLight's Virginia fiber network to get high-speed dedicated Internet access, FiberLight has announced.
Baltimore Connected to DC, Thanks to Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight
4/15/2011 - A recent article in the Baltimore Sun highlighted the growth from the perspective of Georgia-based metro Ethernet provider FiberLight, which late last year promised to unveil a network "that can connect commercial customers in downtown Baltimore and several southern suburbs to points in Washington and Northern Virginia."
4/15/2011 - A recent article in the Baltimore Sun highlighted the growth from the perspective of Georgia-based metro Ethernet provider FiberLight, which late last year promised to unveil a network "that can connect commercial customers in downtown Baltimore and several southern suburbs to points in Washington and Northern Virginia."
Vocus Communications Acquires Metro Ethernet, Dark Fiber Services of Digital River Networks
4/15/2011 - Vocus Communications, an Australian telecommunications provider of wholesale data center, voice, peering and international Internet connectivity, has agreed to purchase network operator Digital River Networks. The deal, worth $3.95 million in cash, is expected to be finalized within the next four weeks subject to certain conditions. Under the terms of the sale, Vocus will acquire the network operator's 59 kilometers of dark fiber, situated predominantly in the Melbourne and Sydney CBD areas, as well as all of the customer contracts for the supply of dark fiber and metro Ethernet services.
4/15/2011 - Vocus Communications, an Australian telecommunications provider of wholesale data center, voice, peering and international Internet connectivity, has agreed to purchase network operator Digital River Networks. The deal, worth $3.95 million in cash, is expected to be finalized within the next four weeks subject to certain conditions. Under the terms of the sale, Vocus will acquire the network operator's 59 kilometers of dark fiber, situated predominantly in the Melbourne and Sydney CBD areas, as well as all of the customer contracts for the supply of dark fiber and metro Ethernet services.
Metro Ethernet: Zayo, Hurricane Electric Partnership Promises Cost-Effective Internet Connectivity
4/12/2011 - Zayo, a provider of fiber-based bandwidth infrastructure, has partnered with Hurricane Electric, an Internet backbone and IPv6 network provider, to cost-effectively offer IPv6 connectivity. The strategic alliance is expected to enable Hurricane Electric to offer low-cost IPv6 connectivity to customers in Phoenix, Ariz., while connecting through Zayo's metro Ethernet transport services to the Phoenix NAP Data Center.
4/12/2011 - Zayo, a provider of fiber-based bandwidth infrastructure, has partnered with Hurricane Electric, an Internet backbone and IPv6 network provider, to cost-effectively offer IPv6 connectivity. The strategic alliance is expected to enable Hurricane Electric to offer low-cost IPv6 connectivity to customers in Phoenix, Ariz., while connecting through Zayo's metro Ethernet transport services to the Phoenix NAP Data Center.
ELCON Systemtechnik Joins Metro Ethernet Forum
4/6/2011 - ELCON Systemtechnik, a supplier of optimized network access equipment for cable and telecommunication network operators, has joined the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) as a member. With its Business Access Gateway products for highly available symmetrical bandwidth, ELCON offers network devices that are fully compliant with the MEF-specifications. Industry experts said that MEF membership underlines ELCON´s technology know-how in the field of carrier and metro Ethernet.
4/6/2011 - ELCON Systemtechnik, a supplier of optimized network access equipment for cable and telecommunication network operators, has joined the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) as a member. With its Business Access Gateway products for highly available symmetrical bandwidth, ELCON offers network devices that are fully compliant with the MEF-specifications. Industry experts said that MEF membership underlines ELCON´s technology know-how in the field of carrier and metro Ethernet.
XO Communications Expands Metro Ethernet Network in Minnesota Area
4/4/2011 - XO Communications, a provider of advanced broadband communications services and solutions, is expanding its metro Ethernet network across the Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minn. area, more than doubling its addressable market across the metropolitan area. With this announcement, XO Communications expands its services across the Twin Cities' northern and eastern suburbs including Anoka, Blaine, Crystal, Fridley, Maplewood, New Brighton and Shoreview, and adds 190 route miles to the XO metro network.
4/4/2011 - XO Communications, a provider of advanced broadband communications services and solutions, is expanding its metro Ethernet network across the Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minn. area, more than doubling its addressable market across the metropolitan area. With this announcement, XO Communications expands its services across the Twin Cities' northern and eastern suburbs including Anoka, Blaine, Crystal, Fridley, Maplewood, New Brighton and Shoreview, and adds 190 route miles to the XO metro network.
InfoGuard Unveils New Metro Ethernet Encryption Product, EG10M
3/30/2011 - InfoGuard AG has extended its metro Ethernet encryption line with the launch of InfoGuard EG10M, a product version that is noted as 10 times faster than its competitors. The multipoint product family includes InfoGuard EGM with transfer rates of 20 and 100 Mbps, InfoGuard EG1M with a data throughput of 200 Mbps and 1 Gbps, and EG10 for transfer rates of 2 and 10 Gpbs.
3/30/2011 - InfoGuard AG has extended its metro Ethernet encryption line with the launch of InfoGuard EG10M, a product version that is noted as 10 times faster than its competitors. The multipoint product family includes InfoGuard EGM with transfer rates of 20 and 100 Mbps, InfoGuard EG1M with a data throughput of 200 Mbps and 1 Gbps, and EG10 for transfer rates of 2 and 10 Gpbs.
New World Telecom Selects Juniper Networks for Metro Ethernet Services Support
3/30/2011 - New World Telecommunications Limited (New World Telecom) has selected Juniper Networks' new network architecture to provide foundation for its next-generation of scalable and flexible metro Ethernet services. Juniper won the contract in partnership with service provider technology alliance partner Nokia Siemens Networks.
3/30/2011 - New World Telecommunications Limited (New World Telecom) has selected Juniper Networks' new network architecture to provide foundation for its next-generation of scalable and flexible metro Ethernet services. Juniper won the contract in partnership with service provider technology alliance partner Nokia Siemens Networks.
Metro Ethernet Provider FiberLight President Named to Telx Service Provider Advisory Committee
3/29/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight's president and COO Kevin B. Coyne has been named to the Telx Service Provider Advisory Committee. Coyne was also re-elected to serve on the COMPTEL board of directors, as well as on the board of the Georgia-Alabama Chapter of the National Kidney Foundation.
3/29/2011 - Metro Ethernet provider FiberLight's president and COO Kevin B. Coyne has been named to the Telx Service Provider Advisory Committee. Coyne was also re-elected to serve on the COMPTEL board of directors, as well as on the board of the Georgia-Alabama Chapter of the National Kidney Foundation.
Overture, Hatteras Merger and Broadened Carrier Ethernet Product Portfolio Beneficial to Metro Ethernet Providers
3/22/2011 - Carrier Ethernet solutions vendor metro Ethernet provider, Overture Networks revealed that it has acquired its competitor, Hatteras Networks, in which the merged unit will operate from its headquarters in Research Triangle Park, N.C.
3/22/2011 - Carrier Ethernet solutions vendor metro Ethernet provider, Overture Networks revealed that it has acquired its competitor, Hatteras Networks, in which the merged unit will operate from its headquarters in Research Triangle Park, N.C.
US Signal Plans Significant Metro Ethernet Network Expansion
3/22/2011 - Deployed within Telx's downtown Chicago data center, U.S. Signal will leverage the Ethernet Exchange to cost-effectively offer its Virtual Ethernet wholesale metro Ethernet services to a wider range of carriers in previously underserved locations.
3/22/2011 - Deployed within Telx's downtown Chicago data center, U.S. Signal will leverage the Ethernet Exchange to cost-effectively offer its Virtual Ethernet wholesale metro Ethernet services to a wider range of carriers in previously underserved locations.
Charter Business Expands Metro Ethernet Interconnectivity in Strategic Locations
3/21/2011 - Charter will offer Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) certified carrier Ethernet services from its new locations ranging from 10 megabits per second (Mbps) to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps). The service meets carrier performance, monitoring and service level agreement requirements.
3/21/2011 - Charter will offer Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) certified carrier Ethernet services from its new locations ranging from 10 megabits per second (Mbps) to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps). The service meets carrier performance, monitoring and service level agreement requirements.
FiberLight Deploys Metro Ethernet Platform at Scott & White Health Plan's New Facility
3/17/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of high bandwidth fiber optic network and metro Ethernet services, announced it has deployed its flagship LightSource Ethernet platform at Scott & White Health Plan's new facility in Temple, Texas.
3/17/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of high bandwidth fiber optic network and metro Ethernet services, announced it has deployed its flagship LightSource Ethernet platform at Scott & White Health Plan's new facility in Temple, Texas.
FiberLight Brings a High Fiber Count Optical Network in Miami's Major Financial District
3/15/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber-optic networks, announced the completion of a new optical network project through Miami's financial district. In a press release, FiberLight claimed that providing user access to the company's full LightSource product portfolio, this 3.5-mile, 432-count underground network will set the company ahead of its competitors.
3/15/2011 - FiberLight, a provider of mission-critical, high-performance fiber-optic networks, announced the completion of a new optical network project through Miami's financial district. In a press release, FiberLight claimed that providing user access to the company's full LightSource product portfolio, this 3.5-mile, 432-count underground network will set the company ahead of its competitors.
ADTRAN's Ultra Broadband Ethernet Solution Receives Outstanding Innovation Award
3/10/2011 - In the telecommunications network, the global internet traffic growth is growing bandwidth demand. With the installation of Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet solutions, the intranet bandwidth can be increased very rapidly.
3/10/2011 - In the telecommunications network, the global internet traffic growth is growing bandwidth demand. With the installation of Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet solutions, the intranet bandwidth can be increased very rapidly.
Spirent to Demonstrate Interoperability of Latest Advances in MPLS and Carrier Ethernet
3/2/2011 - Spirent Communications, the global provider of Ethernet networks, device and services testing, announced its collaboration with the European Advanced Networking Test Center (EANTC) that offers vendor-neutral consultancy and test facilities for network equipment manufacturers, service providers and enterprise customers.
3/2/2011 - Spirent Communications, the global provider of Ethernet networks, device and services testing, announced its collaboration with the European Advanced Networking Test Center (EANTC) that offers vendor-neutral consultancy and test facilities for network equipment manufacturers, service providers and enterprise customers.
Metro Ethernet: Upcoming IEEE 802.1 Plug-fest to Focus on Interoperability of Data Center Bridging Solutions
2/22/2011 - To help vendors create interoperable and market ready standard Ethernet products, global Ethernet consortium Ethernet Alliance and the Ethernet in the Data Center sub-committee is holding its third IEEE 802.1 data center bridging (DCB) interoperability plug-fest event in Durham, NH. The event takes place May 23-27, 2011 at the University in New Hampshire Interoperability Lab (UNH-IOL). Registration for the IEEE 802.1 interoperable plug-fest starts on March 4, 2011.
2/22/2011 - To help vendors create interoperable and market ready standard Ethernet products, global Ethernet consortium Ethernet Alliance and the Ethernet in the Data Center sub-committee is holding its third IEEE 802.1 data center bridging (DCB) interoperability plug-fest event in Durham, NH. The event takes place May 23-27, 2011 at the University in New Hampshire Interoperability Lab (UNH-IOL). Registration for the IEEE 802.1 interoperable plug-fest starts on March 4, 2011.
Telstra International Plugs Into CENX Ethernet Exchange
2/14/2011 - Telstra International, a global provider of managed network services, is extending the reach of its Global Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) and Ethernet Virtual Private Line services (EVPL) by connecting into the CENX Ethernet Exchange in Los Angeles. This connection also demonstrates that Telstra VPLS and EVPL products support the Metro Ethernet Forum's new MEF 26 standard.
2/14/2011 - Telstra International, a global provider of managed network services, is extending the reach of its Global Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) and Ethernet Virtual Private Line services (EVPL) by connecting into the CENX Ethernet Exchange in Los Angeles. This connection also demonstrates that Telstra VPLS and EVPL products support the Metro Ethernet Forum's new MEF 26 standard.
MEF Unveils Carrier Ethernet Certification Program for Telecom Professionals
2/13/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum, or MEF, has announced that it is launching a Carrier Ethernet Professional Certification program for telecommunications professionals. The program has been designed to certify expertise in Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, services and applications.
2/13/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum, or MEF, has announced that it is launching a Carrier Ethernet Professional Certification program for telecommunications professionals. The program has been designed to certify expertise in Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, services and applications.
Alpheus Acquires Fiber from FiberLight
2/3/2011 - Alpheus Communications has acquired fiber rings in the eastern portion of Dallas County and in downtown Fort Worth from FiberLight in Texas, a press release revealed.
2/3/2011 - Alpheus Communications has acquired fiber rings in the eastern portion of Dallas County and in downtown Fort Worth from FiberLight in Texas, a press release revealed.
Allied Fiber's Dark Fiber Community Allows FiberLight to Introduce Metro Ethernet to a New Industry Community
2/1/2011 - Following last week's news of FiberLight LLC's newest high capacity optic network in Charlottesville, Va., FiberLight revealed today, Feb. 1, that they have joined Allied Fiber's Dark Fiber Community. Allied Fiber has implemented a new, multi-duct design for intermediate access to the long-haul fiber duct through a parallel short-haul fiber duct all along the route, enabling all points between the major cities, including data centers, wireless towers and rural networks, to gain access to the dark fiber.
2/1/2011 - Following last week's news of FiberLight LLC's newest high capacity optic network in Charlottesville, Va., FiberLight revealed today, Feb. 1, that they have joined Allied Fiber's Dark Fiber Community. Allied Fiber has implemented a new, multi-duct design for intermediate access to the long-haul fiber duct through a parallel short-haul fiber duct all along the route, enabling all points between the major cities, including data centers, wireless towers and rural networks, to gain access to the dark fiber.
Metro Ethernet: Verizon Global Wholesale Improves Transparent LAN Service
1/20/2011 - Improvements to Verizon's Transparent LAN Service (TLS) will give wholesale customers increased "choice" and "flexibility," the company says. The new enhancements are expected to provide greater functionality for metro Ethernet services.
1/20/2011 - Improvements to Verizon's Transparent LAN Service (TLS) will give wholesale customers increased "choice" and "flexibility," the company says. The new enhancements are expected to provide greater functionality for metro Ethernet services.
MEF Recognizes AT&T With Service Provider of the Year, Best Business Ethernet Service Awards
1/14/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum recently honored AT&T with its 2010 "Service Provider of the Year" award, which is given each year to the carrier that provides the best overall Ethernet services to its customers.
1/14/2011 - The Metro Ethernet Forum recently honored AT&T with its 2010 "Service Provider of the Year" award, which is given each year to the carrier that provides the best overall Ethernet services to its customers.
FiberLight Launches Metro Ethernet Channel on TMCnet
12/29/2010 - (Norwalk, Conn. - Nov. 28, 2010) Technology Marketing Corporation today announced that the Metro Ethernet Channel, sponsored by FiberLight, has been launched as the newest addition to the TMCnet channel program.
12/29/2010 - (Norwalk, Conn. - Nov. 28, 2010) Technology Marketing Corporation today announced that the Metro Ethernet Channel, sponsored by FiberLight, has been launched as the newest addition to the TMCnet channel program.
Wireless Backhaul Opportunity Drives New Investment in Metro Ethernet Fibers
12/28/2010 - There's been a frenzy of activity in recent months among service providers and equipment suppliers that want to outfit 4G network builders with backhaul solutions. Indeed, wireless backhaul is among the key applications driving new investment by existing and new fiber optic companies, as well as companies using other technologies such as microwave.
12/28/2010 - There's been a frenzy of activity in recent months among service providers and equipment suppliers that want to outfit 4G network builders with backhaul solutions. Indeed, wireless backhaul is among the key applications driving new investment by existing and new fiber optic companies, as well as companies using other technologies such as microwave.
Metro Ethernet: Evolving and Adapting Over Time
12/28/2010 - The Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) once said it best - there is no excuse not to have Carrier Ethernet anymore.
12/28/2010 - The Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) once said it best - there is no excuse not to have Carrier Ethernet anymore.
A FiberLight Q&A on Metro Ethernet
12/28/2010 - FiberLight officials recently shed some light on some of the trends facing the Metro Ethernet Market in a Q&A with TMC:
12/28/2010 - FiberLight officials recently shed some light on some of the trends facing the Metro Ethernet Market in a Q&A with TMC:
Brocade's Metro Ethernet Solutions Provide the Lowest of the Low TCO
12/28/2010 - A recent study from Network Strategy Partners revealed some interesting statistics about the Total Cost of Ownership levels when it comes to metro network solutions. Discovering that the TCO of the Brocade Ethernet/IP is 40 to 56 percent lower over five years than the solutions of the three leading vendors, the study attributes the stats to lower prices for 10 GbE ports and lower power consumption overall.
12/28/2010 - A recent study from Network Strategy Partners revealed some interesting statistics about the Total Cost of Ownership levels when it comes to metro network solutions. Discovering that the TCO of the Brocade Ethernet/IP is 40 to 56 percent lower over five years than the solutions of the three leading vendors, the study attributes the stats to lower prices for 10 GbE ports and lower power consumption overall.
Group Forms to Promote Health Care Technology
1/31/2006 - A consortium of leading technology companies is embracing the concept of pay-for-performance incentives for health care providers.
1/31/2006 - A consortium of leading technology companies is embracing the concept of pay-for-performance incentives for health care providers.
Telco Systems Releases Redesigned Access211 VoIP Gateway
1/23/2006 - Telco Systems today announced the release of a new, contemporary design for its Access211 VoIP media gateway.
1/23/2006 - Telco Systems today announced the release of a new, contemporary design for its Access211 VoIP media gateway.
IPDR.org Hopes to Standardize IPTV Billing Practices
1/23/2006 - IPDR.org's collaborative efforts with ATIS could yield an industry-wide standard for both IPTV and VoIP by the end of the current calendar year.
1/23/2006 - IPDR.org's collaborative efforts with ATIS could yield an industry-wide standard for both IPTV and VoIP by the end of the current calendar year.
Study Shows IP/MPLS, MetroE, Broadband as Hot Investment Areas
1/11/2006 - Summary: A new study by Infonetics Research indicates that changing traffic patterns and applications are the main cause for service providers making major investments to converge their data networks.
1/11/2006 - Summary: A new study by Infonetics Research indicates that changing traffic patterns and applications are the main cause for service providers making major investments to converge their data networks.
Telco Systems’ T-Metro Ethernet Platform Certified MEF 9 Compliant by Metro Ethernet Forum
1/11/2006 - Telco Systems, provider of carrier-class transport and access solutions for public and private IP and TDM networks, announced Jan. 10 that its T-Metro platform has been certified MEF 9 compliant by the Metro Ethernet Forum.
1/11/2006 - Telco Systems, provider of carrier-class transport and access solutions for public and private IP and TDM networks, announced Jan. 10 that its T-Metro platform has been certified MEF 9 compliant by the Metro Ethernet Forum.
Preponderance of Multimedia Mobile Renews Interest in Power Management
1/4/2006 - Today's hybrid mobile devices put much higher demands on battery life, so semiconductor players in the power management space are now being challenged to find ways to reduce power consumption while at the same time increasing performance.
1/4/2006 - Today's hybrid mobile devices put much higher demands on battery life, so semiconductor players in the power management space are now being challenged to find ways to reduce power consumption while at the same time increasing performance.
A Hit Show on Your Handheld?
12/30/2005 - According to ABI Research, the emerging video download industry is a perfect 'test bed' for full-length television shows.
12/30/2005 - According to ABI Research, the emerging video download industry is a perfect 'test bed' for full-length television shows.
Thriving DSL Adds Almost 40 Million in Year
12/19/2005 - By the end of 2005, global DSL subscribers will approach 140 million.
12/19/2005 - By the end of 2005, global DSL subscribers will approach 140 million.
Triple Play Leads to Demand for Test Equipment
12/12/2005 - Frost & Sullivan forecasts that as service providers continue to roll out a rich variety of content, the demand for more bandwidth will fuel growth in the European communication test equipment market.
12/12/2005 - Frost & Sullivan forecasts that as service providers continue to roll out a rich variety of content, the demand for more bandwidth will fuel growth in the European communication test equipment market.
ABI: Broadband Video Exploding
12/8/2005 - A report from ABI Research says that the broadband video market worldwide saw 'explosive growth' for 2005 and will grow to over $16 billion by the end of the decade.
12/8/2005 - A report from ABI Research says that the broadband video market worldwide saw 'explosive growth' for 2005 and will grow to over $16 billion by the end of the decade.
Evans Study Finds 'Surge' in Client/Server Development
12/2/2005 - Survey found that client/server application development has surged 30% in the last six months and is the most developed type of software after a three year decline.
12/2/2005 - Survey found that client/server application development has surged 30% in the last six months and is the most developed type of software after a three year decline.
Fitch: Enabling Technologies Will Increase Competition in 2006
12/1/2005 - Fitch Ratings asserts that telecommunications enabling technologies, including VoIP and 3G wireless, are 'broadening the competitive overlap of wireline operators, leading to a higher level of service substitution and competitive risk.'
12/1/2005 - Fitch Ratings asserts that telecommunications enabling technologies, including VoIP and 3G wireless, are 'broadening the competitive overlap of wireline operators, leading to a higher level of service substitution and competitive risk.'
PBX Market Shows Significant Growth
12/1/2005 - PBX/KTS revenue has shown a 7% increase from the previous quarter according to Infonetics Research’s "Enterprise Telephony" report.
12/1/2005 - PBX/KTS revenue has shown a 7% increase from the previous quarter according to Infonetics Research’s "Enterprise Telephony" report.
Telco Systems Awarded Contract Extension as Exclusive Provider of M13 Multiplexers From Major U.S. Carrier
11/29/2005 - A major U.S. carrier has extended Telco Systems' contract as the sole provider of DS1 to DS3/STS-1 multiplexer equipment.
11/29/2005 - A major U.S. carrier has extended Telco Systems' contract as the sole provider of DS1 to DS3/STS-1 multiplexer equipment.
Study Shows China, U.S. and U.K. Lead in Development of NGNs
11/22/2005 - China accounted for more than 27 percent of the world’s NGN installed base at the end of 2004, with the U.S. and U.K. accounting for 26 and 13 percent, respectively.
11/22/2005 - China accounted for more than 27 percent of the world’s NGN installed base at the end of 2004, with the U.S. and U.K. accounting for 26 and 13 percent, respectively.
Telco Systems Introduces T-Marc, Ethernet Demarcation and Service Termination Devices, Providing Circuit Emulation Pseudowire Services
11/18/2005 - T-Marc Boasts Lowest Latency and Superior Performance to Greatly Reduce Carrier Costs
11/18/2005 - T-Marc Boasts Lowest Latency and Superior Performance to Greatly Reduce Carrier Costs
Meshing Up The Slack
11/16/2005 - Wireless mesh networking looks set to achieve a stellar growth rate by the end of the decade, but most of the growth will be in market segments not served by existing infrastructure.
11/16/2005 - Wireless mesh networking looks set to achieve a stellar growth rate by the end of the decade, but most of the growth will be in market segments not served by existing infrastructure.
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Managed WaveLength Service Connects With WBS Connect
WBS needed to interconnect data centers in Washington DC and downtown Miami. FiberLight’s LightSource product line exceeded the company’s expectations.
WBS needed to interconnect data centers in Washington DC and downtown Miami. FiberLight’s LightSource product line exceeded the company’s expectations.