Latest edge news.
Juniper extends Ethernet cards to E320 edge router, 09/07/06
Juniper Networks this week announced a series of enhancements to its E320 Broadband Services Router designed to improve the router’s IPTV and “multiplay” service capabilities.
Alcatel, Lucent shareholders approve merger, 09/07/06
Shareholders of Alcatel and Lucent Thursday approved the companies’ merger plans, clearing one of the last hurdles to a mammoth consolidation in the communications equipment business.
Cisco launches four-slot CRS-1, 09/05/06
Cisco this week launched the smallest version yet of its biggest router. The four-slot Carrier Routing System-1 is intended to extend 40Gbps from a core network to regional carrier locations.
Qwest piles up state government wins, 09/07/06
Qwest Communications appears to be on a roll in the state government market, racking up several key contract wins and renewals this year.
Wireless in the Enterprise Newsletter: Will the Wi-Fi Alliance certify anything?, 09/06/06
Apparently, adherence to formal standards is no longer a requirement in order for a product to be “blessed” by powerful consortia.
Xirrus QoS bridges wired-wireless gap, 09/05/06
Xirrus this week introduced what it is calling the industry’s first QoS capability for both switched Wi-Fi and wired networks.




