IP is a network layer protocol in the internet protocol suite and is encapsulated in a data link layer protocol (e.g., Ethernet). As a lower layer protocol, IP provides the service of communicable unique global addressing amongst computers. This implies that the data link layer need not provide this service.
White Paper Published By: Comcast
Published Date: Apr 26, 2013
This paper discusses the Metro Ethernet attributes that provide more flexible, scalable connectivity between your business locations and your data centers than SONET TDM private lines or IP VPNs. Unlike other WAN technologies, Metro Ethernet has some unique capabilities to allow you to more cost effectively connect multiple locations to your data centers.
White Paper Published By: Comcast
Published Date: Apr 26, 2013
Selecting the optimal wide area networking service to meet your diverse needs has been challenging given the many choices. However, over the past several years, business Ethernet services have emerged as the optimal choice to best address many applications.
This paper dives into topics like asking to address future needs of your company, asking for any quick start packages, ensuring that your new phone bill costs will actually cost less than what you pay today and lots more insights to ensure a problem free phone system buying experience and installation.
This white paper highlights specific situations that a business should evaluate before purchasing a new phone system, how the new system can save money, increase efficiency and decrease downtime.
Our latest Summer 2012 edition of the chart also compares PBX and Business VoIP systems side by side so you can make an educated comparison of your options. This analysis is prepared in an easy to view Excel spreadsheet.
DMG Consulting LLC identifies five top misperceptions, and dispels them with findings from their recent customer satisfaction study for hosted contact center services.
To successfully choose and implement an IP system, the best place to start is with a roadmap - current offerings, justification factors, upcoming solutions, and suggested planning guidelines. Without one, your new system might never move forward. Read more.
White Paper Published By: CDW
Published Date: Dec 03, 2012
Smartphone, tablet computer and ultrabook purchases number in the hundreds of millions per year. This onslaught of devices underscores the move to mobility in many organizations. Read on to learn how CDW helps in building end to end mobile strategy.
White Paper Published By: Intel Corp.
Published Date: Aug 08, 2012
This document provides a high level overview of how to build a high performance, highly available IP SAN with deduplicated disk protection and long-term tape archive. This document will also put that solution into context with the rest of a typical IT environment.
White Paper Published By: CDW Vmware
Published Date: Aug 02, 2012
Following the sale of a company division housing its corporate data center, Source Interlink had to relocate core IT operations. Teaming with CDW, they were able to not only relocate, but lower capital and operating costs, reduce
their carbon footprint, and increase efficiency.
White Paper Published By: CDW Vmware
Published Date: Aug 02, 2012
In today's competitive business landscape, users' needs are continuously changing. Employees want access to their data and applications anytime, anywhere, from any device. The journey to seamlessly integrate data and applications across all devices begins with desktop modernization.
White Paper Published By: Proofpoint
Published Date: Apr 06, 2012
Download this white paper from Osterman Research and Proofpoint to learn how the protection of corporate data from sophisticated malware and phishing attacks is at top of mind of IT decision makers.
White Paper Published By: CenturyLink
Published Date: Nov 18, 2011
Read this IDC Executive Brief to see how MPLS facilitates cost-effective and converged wide area networking with a high level of security and flexibility
White Paper Published By: CenturyLink
Published Date: Nov 18, 2011
There are more people on earth than total IPv4 addresses, and they're expected to run out by the end of 2011. Preparing for the transition now can help you maintain business continuity during the changeover while taking advantage of immediate business benefits.
White Paper Published By: AT&T
Published Date: Nov 07, 2011
Is your network prepared to ""speak"" IPv6? To say connected, your network must be able to communicate with either IPv4 or IPv6 hosts/users. Prepare your network for the transition!
