Telecommunications Hillsboro OR

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High Tech Tools Hillsboro OR

Designed to resist shock, vibration, dust, and extreme weather, the all-weather, ruggedized Motorola i305 mobile phone also resists blowing rain, humidity, and salt fog. The handset is encased in rubber with a sculpted grip for comfort, and it has a lens guard. Its interior lining and seals protect against rain, sleet, and snow intrusion. This is only one of the high-tech tools listed in the following article. Read on to find more tools and see how people in Hillsboro can get access to these tools.

Blackberry 9500 Storm Performance Hillsboro OR

The Blackberry 9500 Storm handset, intended to rival the iPhone in terms of features and usability, is ideal for world travelers who need global roaming. It is a GSM quad band that is also compatible with most European and Asian 3G networks. Read on to learn more...

Blackberry 9500 Storm Hillsboro OR

The new member of the Blackberry family has a "click feature" rather than the usual track ball navigation system. The phone has been introduced to eat the market share from other brands like iPhone and Apple users. You will be satisfied once you get used to it because you will find the business-oriented features indispensable.

Smartphone Communication & Messaging Hillsboro OR

Text messaging, such as email and instant messaging, is widely used on PCs connected to the Internet. Also, Smartphones have a variety of communication features in addition to basic access to the cellular network.

Symbian OS Hillsboro OR

We find that Symbian’s operating system – now known as Symbian OS – is a major player in the smartphone marketplace, residing in the majority of today’s smartphone devices.

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SMC Barricade N Wireless Gigabit Router Hillsboro OR

The SMC router and USB adapter perform reasonably well and add an impressive set of security, traffic management, and remote access features.

'Survivable' VoIP for the Enterprise Hillsboro OR

VoIP solution provider Quintum bolsters its adaptable Tenor device line with ability to carry on when IP networks fail.

2008: The Year of the Wireless Monitor Hillsboro OR

It's true: wireless monitors are coming. DisplayLink announced today that it will demonstrate the first working models at CES next month.

3CX Phone System and VOIP Phone Hillsboro OR

A VoIP Phone system and SIP and VOIP Phone client for Windows. The phone system features Web based administration tools.

5.4GHz Wireless Backhaul Approved Hillsboro OR

Redline says its AN-80i is the first to get the FCC stamp.

802.11n Coverage and Range in the Enterprise Hillsboro OR

Think simply swapping old APs for new 11n APs is all you have to worry about? Think again.

A Buyer’s Scoop on Telecom Hillsboro OR

If you’re looking into Telecom, there are things you should know. In this article, what you should know about Telecom is explained.

A Guide to VoIP Hillsboro OR

Internet telephony, more commonly known as VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), was virtually nonexistent several years ago, but these days, it's a viable option for almost anyone with a broadband connection. In this article, you'll find out everything you need to know about the service.

A Guide to VoIP Hillsboro OR

Questions and answers to VolP and concerns about broadband connections.

A Guide to VoIP — Just the FAQs Hillsboro OR

There are two kinds of people: Those who have switched to voice over IP service and those who are thinking about it. If you fall into the latter category, these frequently asked questions will help you make your decision.

Access for All Wi-Fi Devices Hillsboro OR

That's the mantra of Devicescape, as it unveils a new software/service combo to allow even products without a user interface to go online.

Aheeva Sweetens Asterisk Call Center with Sugar Hillsboro OR

The following contains business services information you should know about a specific call center's tactics. Read on if you or a loved one is interested in running a productive, successful business in Hillsboro.

Airgo Teams with AMD Hillsboro OR

AMD Turion CPUs for laptops will be offered with Airgo 3rd Gen MIMO.

AirMagnet Integrates for Accuracy Hillsboro OR

The company says its site survey and spectrum analysis tools will now work together to focus on performance issues.

An Eye For Muni Wi-Fi Hillsboro OR

After nearly a decade of your-face messaging and alerts, Front Porch is now ready to flip its PorchLight on municipal Wi-Fi networks.

An Introduction to Mobile Devices Hillsboro OR

A mobile device lets you stay in touch and do your work the road. Here's a look at the basics behind mobile computing.

Analysts Pin Future on Femtocells Hillsboro OR

UPDATED: Wi-Fi/cellular combos for extending networks are popular now, but femtocells may take the lead.

Anatomy of a Hosted VoIP Business Hillsboro OR

An emphasis on service and quality and focus on one market are keys to M5 Networks' success.

Apple TV On Shelves Hillsboro OR

The set-top box uses 802.11n to stream entertainment to your TV.

Application-Powered Telephony Hillsboro OR

Casabi will soon be bringing web-based content and services to home phones everywhere—along with free peer-to-peer calling, of course.

Archos 704 WiFi Portable Multimedia Player Hillsboro OR

A good travel companion for those who want to take video, photos, or (limited) Web access with them on the road.

Aruba on Team-Ups, Upgrades, and Draft-N Hype Hillsboro OR

Aruba goes on a rampage of announcements with new features, new partners stemming from old, and some very preliminary plans for 802.11n support.

Assessing WLAN Security Threats: Part I Hillsboro OR

In part one of this two part series on current WLAN security issues, security expert Jim Gemmel defines the issues and explains who should NOT be using 802.11 at this point in its evolution.

Asterisk Phone System Hillsboro OR

A division in telecom has always existed between the engineers that transfer data and the engineers that work on voice service. In general, these are different types of people, and they don’t hang around with each other. Asterisk brings them both together for the first time. It allows you to handle voice calls with the same mind-set of routing data.

Asterisk Phone System Supporting Hardware Hillsboro OR

The sophistication of telecom hardware available to the average company has increased tremendously. It was amazing in the 1980s when you could use an automated dialer to direct calls to your long-distance carrier instead of your local carrier.

AT&T Introduces Business in a Box Hillsboro OR

AT&T's new IP communications solution is targeted at small and medium businesses with 15 to 50 users.

Atheros Preps Inexpensive Draft-N & Network Processor Hillsboro OR

The chipmaker won't rely on third-party providers to bring all the features it wants for its 'cost-optimized' draft 802.11n chip.

Auvi Announces Dual-Mode VoIP/TDM Phone Hillsboro OR

Cordless phone system supports both Skype and traditional wireline calling.

Auvi PHIP65 Hillsboro OR

A cordless home or business phone that lets you make and take both Skype and standard calls.

Avoiding WLAN Set-up Headaches (Part I) Hillsboro OR

Setting up an effective WLAN in your home or office doesn't have to be difficult but it does require some in-depth planning and analysis. Here are some observations about some potential pitfalls that can be avoided with a bit of leg and brain work. When in doubt, use site survey tools!

Avoiding WLAN Set-up Headaches (Part II) Hillsboro OR

Part two of our in-depth analysis of what IT managers need to know about planning for and setting up a successful 802.11 network

Being a Hotspot, Part 1 Hillsboro OR

In our first look at what businesses with public venues must consider to become a Wi-Fi hotspot, the first thing we'll look at is the perennial question: Should you charge or give access away?

Being a Hotspot, Part 2 Hillsboro OR

Picking the type of connection your hotspot has to the Internet might be the easy part; the hard part is dealing with the security issues. Or maybe not dealing with them.

Being a Hotspot, Part 3 Hillsboro OR

The easy way to install a hotspot is to let someone else do it for you -- or at least work with someone to bring in customers. Partnerships are the cornerstone of most hotspots today.

Belkin N1 Router Hillsboro OR

Fancy styling and ease of use can’t overcome lackluster performance compared to other Draft-N products.

Best Mac Tools: Five Indispensable Apps Hillsboro OR

Guest columnist Michael Hall offers up a handful of Internet applications that every Mac owner needs to know about. Some have their flaws, but they're certain to enhance your daily 'Net experience.

Best Practices for the WISP Business Hillsboro OR

At ISPCON, two WISP operators offered an overview of the keys to success for wireless ISPs.

Big-Biz Features: Small-Biz Price Hillsboro OR

Junction Networks's onSIP Hosted PBX is a highly innovative approach to business phone service.

Blackberry 9500 Storm Hillsboro OR

The new member of the Blackberry family has a "click feature" rather than the usual track ball navigation system. The phone has been introduced to eat the market share from other brands like iPhone and Apple users. You will be satisfied once you get used to it because you will find the business-oriented features indispensable.

Blackberry 9500 Storm Performance Hillsboro OR

The Blackberry 9500 Storm handset, intended to rival the iPhone in terms of features and usability, is ideal for world travelers who need global roaming. It is a GSM quad band that is also compatible with most European and Asian 3G networks. Read on to learn more...

BlackBerry hardware features Hillsboro OR

The main concerns most of us have when buying a product are quality and reliability. Will the product last? Will it perform as the flier says? Will I regret having bought this item six months down the road? This article looks at some of the hardware features that make buying the BlackBerry device a wise purchase.

BlackBerry Security Hillsboro OR

There's a new route into your company's secure data: Blackberry PDA. A hacking program has been developed which exploits the relationship between the Blackberry and the company.

Boingo Opens Up to Handhelds Hillsboro OR

The hotspot aggregator makes its software code for handsets and PDAs available to vendors looking to build in Wi-Fi support.

Book Review: Wireless Networking Visual Quick Tips Hillsboro OR

Pictures are worth many thousands of words in this tiny tome for wireless newbies who need a speedy education.

Bricked! Or, How to Resurrect a Dead Linksys WRT54G Hillsboro OR

You tried an open source firmware upgrade, and all you got was a lifeless router. Here's how you can fix it. Maybe.

Bridging Disassociated Domains Hillsboro OR

Vancouver startup aims to use VoIP/IM to connect and extend online and mobile phone worlds.

Build a Linux-Based Single-Board WAP -- Part 1 Hillsboro OR

Using single-board computers and Linux, you can build robust, secure wireless access points and routers custom-configured to your specs.

Build a Linux-Based Single-Board WAP -- Part 2 Hillsboro OR

Using single-board computers and Linux, you can build robust, secure wireless access points and routers custom-configured to your specs.

Build a Linux-Based Single-Board WAP -- Part 3 Hillsboro OR

Using single-board computers and Linux, you can build robust, secure wireless access points and routers custom-configured to your specs.

Build a Linux-Based Single-Board WAP -- Part 4 Hillsboro OR

Using single-board computers and Linux, you can build robust, secure wireless access points and routers custom-configured to your specs.

Business Strategies for Telecomm Networks Hillsboro OR

Telecoms operators are now employing new strategies to deliver thrilling new services using next generation networks. The full package of services includes line rental and fixed line telephony with a combination of Internet access, IP television, video on demand (VoD), entertainment applications and, eventually, cellular phones. Using the terms adopted by the industry, we are talking about Triple Play and network convergence. In other words this means: multiple services, multiple devices, but one network, one vendor and one bill

Business Videoconferencing for the Little Guy Hillsboro OR

Software-as-a-service provider SightSpeed is looking to turn the videoconferencing world upside down.

Canon PowerShot SD430 Digital Elph Wireless Hillsboro OR

Fast Wi-Fi transfer, good images and some unique features (including wireless network remote control) make this camera worth a look.

Cell Phone Purchase Without a Plan Hillsboro OR

Though expensive, comparatively speaking, it is possible to buy a cell phone without buying a plan. This article will guide you through the process.

Cingular 8525 Pocket PC Phone Hillsboro OR

In exchange for the Cingular 8525's excess size and weight, you get a pocket PC phone that can do just about everything. Read on for a comprehensive review of the Cingular 8525.

Colubris LMP: Extending hotspot reach Hillsboro OR

We create a network running the new Local Mesh Protocol. The results: Easier, cheaper deployment, better connectivity.

CommNet and Secure CommNet Hillsboro OR

A description of CommNet and Secure CommNet telnet clients. Both products feature Zmodem transfer support.

Concepts of Symbian Smartphones Hillsboro OR

Symbian OS is a full-featured mobile operating system that resides in most of today’s smartphones. The demand for smartphone software is growing as these devices become more powerful and more widely used.

Conference Call Benefits Hillsboro OR

Conference calls offer many benefits to businesses, including effective marketing of products or services. Read on for a detailed description of conference call benefits.

Conference Call Services For Your Organization Hillsboro OR

A conference call is a phone call that involves more than two participating parties at the same time. It can be done over traditional telephones, speakerphones, and even utilizing VoIP technology.

Conference Calls Hillsboro OR

The multitude of users of conference calling services makes it apparent that it is one of the favored means of communication in the business world to date. However, there can be a negative side to conference calling, so it is up to a potential user to weigh the pros and cons of using conference calls.

Create Your Own Hotspot (Using DD-WRT) Hillsboro OR

Whether you're looking to generate a new revenue stream, expand or control your existing network, or promote products or services to guests--or more--we show you how to do it with DD-WRT.

D-Link 3G Mobile Router for EV-DO Networks Hillsboro OR

Take your router anywhere -- even in the car -- if you’ve got EV-DO to power its backhaul connection to the Internet.

D-Link RangeBooster G Multifunction Print Server Hillsboro OR

If you need a print server that can support multiple printers and performs double duty as an Ethernet bridge, the DPR-1269 may be for you.

D-Link RangeBooster N 650 Router Hillsboro OR

Our first look at a Draft-N product doesn't deliver the '650% faster than 802.11g' throughput, but will still do the job for a home network.

D-Link Xtreme N Gigabit Router Hillsboro OR

With all the great features of its predecessor, this 2.4 GHz Draft-N unit is the top of the line.

D-Link's Draft-N 2.0 Upgrade Ready Hillsboro OR

The Xtreme N product line may be the first to support the almost-final version of 802.11n.

Data DS3 Hillsboro OR

Businesses in need of high speed communication technology are quickly taking advantage of Data DS3 technology. Technology specifically designed for businesses that demand a lot of bandwidth use, Data DS3 Services are making communication a simpler endeavor in the business world.

Data T1 Hillsboro OR

In today’s world, there are forces rising and forces fading away. Where once the industrial titans of big steel, big oil, and big timber ruled as king of the roost in the American economy and the world’s economy at large, today the balance of power has shifted. While steel, timber, and of course oil (as indicated by the rising gas prices) are still major players in the global economy, there is a new playing field on which those titans are slowly falling behind: technology. The king of the technological field, of course, is the Internet. On a more personal level, the Internet is an extremely useful tool for research, commerce, small business, advertising, and nearly any other number of services that were once only peripherally offered by such a conglomeration of interests as the newspapers, community bulletin boards, small printing houses, and roadside advertising.

Data T3 Hillsboro OR

If you have a website hosting company or other company that needs faster bandwidth than a T1 line provides, you can choose to get a T3 line. The T3 or Digital Signal 3 line is available in multiples to increase bandwidth. T3 lines are available at speeds anywhere from 3 Mbps to 45 Mbps. With a fractional T3, your cost is reduced, but you still have channels that can be turned on if you need to increase your available bandwidth.

DD-WRT Tutorial 1: Static DHCP Hillsboro OR

Open source router firmware does things the factory-installed stuff never offers. For example, you can give a computer the same IP address every time so you'll always have remote access.

DD-WRT Tutorial 2: Extend Range with WDS Hillsboro OR

With a firmware upgrade, Wireless Distribution System (WDS) creates a router-turned-repeater to reach remote areas.

DD-WRT Tutorial 3: Building a Wireless Bridge Hillsboro OR

You can connect a wired device to a wireless network by turning an old Linux router into an Ethernet-to-wireless adapter.

DD-WRT Tutorial 4: Defining Priorities with QoS Hillsboro OR

Learn how to play favorites with your network traffic so the important stuff like voice, video, and games gets high priority.

DD-WRT Tutorial 5: Wireless Repeater Hillsboro OR

Extend your range by turning a router into a Wi-Fi signal repeater — it will even work as you move from WLAN to WLAN.

Dell Vostro 1310 Review: Keeping Road Warriors in Mind Hillsboro OR

Looking for a small business–friendly notebook that won’t break the bank—or your back? The Vostro 1310 packs plenty of features and performance into a smaller package.

Demystifying a Wireless Network for Small Business Owners Hillsboro OR

In this article, we examine wireless networking, and how it can provide flexibility while cutting costs for small businesses.

Deploying Voice over WLANs Hillsboro OR

In this book excerpt, author Jim Geier describes key issues in enabling roaming.

DeskShare Offers Video Surveillance Hillsboro OR

DeskShare offers video surveillance through platforms such as Security Monitor Pro and WebCam Monitor that detect noise and/or motion.

Detonating the SME market Hillsboro OR

Bandspeed is hoping its third rebirth, now focusing on small to medium enterprises, will be the charm that brings its technology to the mainstream.

Digi International's Cellular Gateways Hillsboro OR

Digi International's line of gateway devices provide wireless connections between remote locations over cellular network connections.

Do You Need VoIP? Hillsboro OR

The best phone system for your business is the one you've thought about carefully. Consider VoIP and whether or not it's necessary for your business with these ideas and suggestions.

Does the World Need a New Phone? Hillsboro OR

The folks at Siemens Communications think so. Get ready.

Email Etiquette Hillsboro OR

To write email to others is very popular nowadays, but do you pay attention to your email etiquette? This article will explain proper email etiquette.

Enterprise WLANs add 3rd Party Security Hillsboro OR

New deals put intrusion detection & prevention systems into infrastructure equipment.

Evaluating Readiness to Support Wireless LANs, Part I Hillsboro OR

Ensure that your support staff has the knowledge and tools to maintain a Wi-Fi network properly.

Evaluating Readiness to Support Wireless LANs, Part II Hillsboro OR

Make certain you have solid support plans and polices before you give a thumbs-up for that new wireless network.

Evolution Brings PBX Features to Small Business Hillsboro OR

Affordable Asterisk implementation makes sophisticated one-stop phone shop.

Explaining Wi-Fi Authentication and Encryption Hillsboro OR

A curious reader — eager to understand how wireless encryption and security works — runs two scenarios by our columnist. Read on to find out if logical assumptions pan out in the world of Wi-Fi.

F/MC Watch: BridgePort Sticks it to Mobile Carriers Hillsboro OR

New portable VoIP/cellular solution on a stick now ready to go to market 'at scale.'

Five Steps to Secure Endpoints Hillsboro OR

The adage 'the best defense is a good offense' certainly applies to keeping your network safe from digital criminals. Symantec offers five preventative tips you can employ at your company.

FON Aims for Ubiquity Hillsboro OR

With a new $5 router and plans for recruitment campaigns, the company hopes to soon spread its access far and wide in the U.S.

FortiGate Security Appliance Hillsboro OR

FortiGate appliances are multi-function security appliances served in several flavors targeted primarily to telecommuters.

FrontRange Creates VoIP/CRM GoldMine Hillsboro OR

FrontRange's new solution melds customer relationship management with IP telephony for fully integrated customer management solution.

Future-Proof IP Desk Phone from Polycom Hillsboro OR

This forward-looking desk set ups the ante on network bandwidth, voice quality, and more.

Get the Most From Your USB WLAN Adapter Hillsboro OR

It's not hard to see the appeal of easy-to-install USB WLAN adapters, but how do you ensure you are getting the best results?

Getting Phished: Why SSID Spoofing (Still) Matters Hillsboro OR

Protect yourself from rogues and honeypots on any wireless network — home, office, or hotspots.

Getting the Most out of Multicasting Hillsboro OR

Multicasting on WLANs can make better use of capacity for some applications, but beware of the potential issues.

Gigabyte's Digital TV GSmart t600 Mobile Phone Hillsboro OR

We play with the t600 mobile phone from Gigabyte's "GSmart" division. Digital TV is the big highlight here. Read the review to see how well the digital TV function works and what some of the other features of this smartphone are.

Giving Voice the Bandwidth it Needs Hillsboro OR

High-quality VoIP requires network priority. Now there's a tool that guarantees it.

GPS Navigation Coming to Nokia 770 Internet Tablet Hillsboro OR

Navicore directs location-based services toward the Linux-based Wi-Fi handheld.

Guidelines for WLAN Testing Hillsboro OR

VeriWave’s master test plan specifies what vendors should test to provide the best products.

Hamachi: Roll Your Own VPNs Hillsboro OR

This handy new freeware tool enables creation and management your own "zero-configuration" virtual private networks (VPN).

Handheld Device Security Hillsboro OR

While PDA and smartphone security is often a forgotten piece of the security infrastructure, these devices have the ability to transmit and receive viruses, and can be exploited in numerous ways. In this article, the first in a series on the subject, we provide a general overview of PDA security and discuss vulnerabilities, products, security issues, and policies.

Healthy VoIP Nets—Part IV—Quality of Service: E-Model and Objective Testing Hillsboro OR

Even while recognizing the subjectivity of phone-quality evaluation, the ITU-T still uses concrete measurements where possible.

Healthy VoIP Nets—Part IX—Stocking the Toolbox for the Upper Layers Hillsboro OR

The tools for monitoring and managing the upper layers all derive from the protocol analyzers of yesteryear.

High Tech Tools Hillsboro OR

Designed to resist shock, vibration, dust, and extreme weather, the all-weather, ruggedized Motorola i305 mobile phone also resists blowing rain, humidity, and salt fog. The handset is encased in rubber with a sculpted grip for comfort, and it has a lens guard. Its interior lining and seals protect against rain, sleet, and snow intrusion. This is only one of the high-tech tools listed in the following article. Read on to find more tools and see how people in Hillsboro can get access to these tools.

Home Wireless LANs Installation Tips Hillsboro OR

Wi-Fi networks are fairly easy to install in homes. These tips, however, will make the installation go much smoother.

Hotspot Safety for Business Users Hillsboro OR

The only reliable way for employers to manage the associated risk for mobile workers is to define, monitor, and enforce hotspot acceptable use policies. Here, we show you how.

How to Choose the Best WRT54G Router for You Hillsboro OR

A thorough (and entertaining) guide to deciphering the Linksys/Cisco WRT54G family tree.

How to: Add a Mac to your Windows Network (Part I) Hillsboro OR

If you've been tempted by the MacBook Air, but are afraid your existing Windows network will shun the newcomer, it's time to bury the hatchet. Macs and PCs really can get along. This tutorial will show you how to add an Apple computer (or two) to your existing network of Windows-based computers.

How to: Add a Mac to your Windows Network (Part II) Hillsboro OR

In Part II of our Windows/Mac sharing tutorial, we cover the nuts and bolts of filesharing between Windows and Mac systems on your network.
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