* When carriers mess up and refuse to ‘fess up * Application platforms in trouble * Why VoIP services make sense * How can CLECs keep their heads above water?
When carriers mess up and refuse to ‘fess up
Sooner or later, your carrier is bound to let you down and deny it has done anything wrong, says Johna Till Johnson. How can she be so sure? Because she has a list of clients who have a list of grievances against their respective carriers. Here are their stories.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2005/022805johnson.html?vo
Application platforms in trouble
Folks who have committed to Windows, J2EE or LAMP may find themselves up to their necks in fear, uncertainty and doubt, says James Kobielus. Should they really be worried? And what role do Web services play in all this?
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2005/022805kobielus.html?vo
Why VoIP services make sense
Everyone and their brother is offering VoIP services these days. They are extremely cheap, but a VoIP service could have its drawbacks. Should you be tempted? Kevin Tolly takes a closer look.
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2005/022805tolly.html?vo
How can CLECs keep their heads above water?
Speaking of VoIP, it looks like using that technology might be the only way competitive local exchange carriers can really compete in an age of telecom mega-mergers, says Neal Weinberg in this week’s editorial. Can they stay competitive?
https://www.nwfusion.com/columnists/2005/022805edit.html?vo
