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Cut that UC desktop power
Data center energy consumption is expected to constitute 3% of all electrical power consumption in the U.S. by 2010, according to the EPA. By conserving energy and adhering to best practices for po...
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An introduction to SIP verbs
Part 2 of a three part series on the Session Initiation Protocol, this article discusses commonly used SIP codes and response verbs, and explains basic SIP operation.
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UC plays into green IT strategy
UC can boost IT green initiatives and ensure strong ROI.
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An introduction to SIP and SIP functions
The Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is the primary protocol that's used by most VoIP and unified communications (UC) products. This is part 1 of a three-part series that will explain how SIP works.
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Social connectivity as part of your unified communicati
One of the main benefits of unified communications (UC) is that it allows employees to be increasingly mobile. In order to replicate the in-office collaboration not available from home, these emplo...
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Security considerations for unified communications
As unified communications becomes more common, the security risks associated with an implementation increase as well. In this tip, Brien M. Posey discusses the security concerns you may want to con...
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Alcatel-Lucent Forum: The Dynamic Enterprise
The Alcatel-Lucent Forum recently held in Paris was centered on building the Dynamic Enterprise -- one that strengthens employee, customer and partner relationships while simplifying communication ...
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Selecting the right UC consultant
Finding a qualified UC consultant means finding a consultant whose qualifications extend beyond technology and well inside vendor lines.
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IP phones get more innovative in 2008
The IP phone hasn't kept up with the rest of the VoIP ecosystem. Expect 2008 to be the year the IP phone undergoes a facelift as vendors create more functionality in the phone, allowing users to cr...
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What's the value of unified communications?
Implementing unified communications within an organization requires careful planning and strategy. The processes of every group within your company are involved, and you should ask yourself key que...
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The benefits and challenges of presence within unified
Unified communications may be the next big thing in networking, but presence is quickly becoming the next big thing within unified communications. Brien Posey discusses the benefits of presence as ...
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Unified communications security risks and countermeasur
Unified communications introduces specific security risks. Learn about them and the countermeasures you can take to prevent vulnerabilities.
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Developing instant messaging (IM) security policies
Instant messaging (IM) security policies can help prevent security breaches due to IM use. Learn how to write and enforce an IM policy in this tip.
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Web conferencing infrastructure
Web conferencing offers real-time collaboration and services. Learn how Web conferencing systems are designed, how they work and whether they will work for your organization.
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Integrating Web 2.0 and social software: Steps to succe
Web 2.0 and social software are creeping into IT. Embracing them can increase productivity and decrease help desk tickets
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Instant messaging security essentials
Instant messaging (IM) has many benefits for the workplace, but introduces security risks. This tip outlines security essentials for organizations using IM.
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Integrate Exchange 2007 Unified Messaging and Asterisk
Exchange 2007 Unified Messaging and Asterisk IP telephony are gaining in popularity. Learn how to make them work together to deliver unified communications.
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Exchange and Outlook 2007 calendaring improves contact
Calendaring features in Exchange and Outlook 2007 improve contact management to make meeting and resource scheduling more productive.
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Understanding presence technology
Presence technology is an integral part of unified communications, making it possible to locate and identify a device or user wherever it might be. Learn why presence is important.
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Will we get reliable unified communications?
If unified communications (UC) is going to revolutionize the way we communicate, it must be reliable in order to deliver the utmost in user productivity. Gary Audin, president of Delphi Inc., share...
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Unified communications: To cloud or not to cloud?
When it comes to running your unified communications applications, which should live on-premises or in the cloud? Expert Dave Michels explains.
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4 steps for multi-vendor management of UC environments
Managing multiple vendors in any IT environment is difficult. Try mixing UC vendors and it's next to impossible. These 4 steps ease multivendor woes.
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Hosted unified communications solutions: Calculate TCO
Learn what elements to account for when calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) of your hosted unified communications solutions.
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Wireless voice over IP: What 802.11ac will do for VoIP
Learn what promises IEEE 802.11ac Gigabit Wi-Fi standard will have on wireless VoIP in the enterprise.