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CNN: Technology
Feb 06, 2012 10:39AM
Feb 06, 2012 09:10AM
Apple plant workers complain of militant culture
Miss Chen stares curiously at the iPad. Even though she works overtime in a factory in southwestern China that manufactures them, she's never seen the finished product.
Feb 06, 2012 08:28AM
The 20 most entertaining Super Bowl tweets
In the social media age, you don't need to be at a party to enjoy clever or catty comments about the Super Bowl.
Feb 05, 2012 11:00PM
Q&A: Apple's China supplier in the spotlight
Earlier this month Apple released its annual supplier responsibility report which detailed alleged workplace health and safety protocol violations by its suppliers.
Feb 03, 2012 01:49PM
U.S. officials to get secure Android phones
Some U.S. officials this year are expected to get smartphones capable of handling classified government documents over cellular networks, according to people involved in the project.
Feb 02, 2012 04:43PM
Really, he's on Twitter? 10 unlikely tweeters
See CNN's list of 10 well-known people whose Twitter accounts will cause you to do a double-take.
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Yahoo - Technology
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:57:43 GMT
Feb 06, 2012 12:24PM
Verizon to set up streaming service with Redbox (AP)
AP - Phone company Verizon Communications Inc. will challenge Netflix and start a video streaming service this year with Redbox and its DVD rental kiosks.
Feb 06, 2012 06:34AM
Google, Facebook remove content on India's order (AP)
AP - Google India has removed web pages deemed offensive to Indian political and religious leaders to comply with a court case that has raised censorship fears in the world's largest democracy, media reported Monday.
Feb 04, 2012 09:12AM
For Facebook 'Hacker Way' is way of life (AP)
AP - Facebook's billionaire CEO Mark Zuckerberg calls himself a hacker.
Feb 06, 2012 11:00AM
Life under glass: Corning?s vision of the future (Yahoo! News)
Yahoo! News - If all the crazy and awesome innovative designs we've seen lately come to fruition, the future is going to be a pretty interesting place. If melting buildings aren't your thing though, check out this vision of the future proposed by Corning, makers of ?
Feb 06, 2012 10:55AM
Madonna?s halftime show features glitz, glamor, and controversy (Yahoo! News)
Yahoo! News - Unless you've just awoken from a coma or emerged from under a rock, you're probably aware of the rather popular sporting event that was held over the weekend. For those who don't care about the game itself, or the commercials, the halftime ?
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PAY-PER-RANKING - ONLY PAY FOR RESULTS!
Partnering with one of the nation's leading web development and web-based marketing firms to bring you this exciting new product, New Breed is offering Pay-Per-Ranking services
Given the challenging business environment, cost-efficiency is paramount. That is why
Unlike Google's Pay-Per-Click where you pay each and every time someone "clicks" on your search term, with NEW BREED's Pay-Per-Ranking, you only pay when you arrive on Page One! You pay nothing at all until Page One results are achieved.
NEW BREED does all the preliminary work including consulting with you to assess your business priorities, composing a list of targeted search terms, and then building a microsite for each search term. Still...you pay nothing!
Then, on the first day of every month, you will receive a Google Report to track the progress of your Pay-Per-Ranking campaign. If you do not see your business on Page One, you STILL pay nothing. If you do, you pay as little as $100 per month. Simple, effective, and most important, affordable.
Partnering with one of the nation's leading web development and web-based marketing firms to bring you this exciting new product, New Breed is offering Pay-Per-Ranking services
Given the challenging business environment, cost-efficiency is paramount. That is why
Unlike Google's Pay-Per-Click where you pay each and every time someone "clicks" on your search term, with NEW BREED's Pay-Per-Ranking, you only pay when you arrive on Page One! You pay nothing at all until Page One results are achieved.
NEW BREED does all the preliminary work including consulting with you to assess your business priorities, composing a list of targeted search terms, and then building a microsite for each search term. Still...you pay nothing!
Then, on the first day of every month, you will receive a Google Report to track the progress of your Pay-Per-Ranking campaign. If you do not see your business on Page One, you STILL pay nothing. If you do, you pay as little as $100 per month. Simple, effective, and most important, affordable.
Transbeam has been providing managed enterprise business solutions since 1996. In 1998, we were among the first to introduce DSL services accross the US through partnerships formed with leading broadband providers. 1n 1999 we became a CLEC across several states and deployed our own facilities based network. Since then we have pioneered several products including Voice over DSL and Metro Ethernet over copper, delivering speeds of 3MB to 45 MB over existing copper lines. We offer a wide array of voice and data solutions, as well as an Integrated Services platform enabling our customers the capability of having voice, video, and other applications over their existing broadband lines. We are a unique provider offering our clients customizable solutions.
We own and operate our own backbone allowing the felxibility and control needed to deliver unsurpassed service. As a Microsoft Certified Partner and Apple Authorized Service Provider we extend our reach to vertical network platforms. Additional offerings include managed Collocation services, private and virtual private networking solutions, and event conferencing services.
Our strategic partnerships with leading carriers extend our reach worlwide. We are committed to being your premier fully managed communications provider.
Our foundation is based on the highest level of customer service. Our well-distinguished 24/7-customer support proactively manages and monitors your network to ensure that the highest performance standards are maintained. Should a problem arise, we are aware of it immediately and work to rectify the issue.
Delivering true convergence to businesses and carriers is our key objective. We are dedicated to superior network performance, coverage and exceptional customer service
Transbeam products and services have been designed to maximize the performance of your company both technologically and financially. We believe there are no generic customers and no generic solutions. We work to provide total solutions uniquely suited to each customer with built-in capability to deliver advanced series today and tomorrow as your company grows.
No matter what your needs, objectives or goals, Transbeam offers complete, point-to-point solutions to maximize efficiency and profitability for your company.
Products
• High-Speed Internet Connectivity
• SDSL from 192k - 2.3MB
• VOIP
• T-1 Full and Fractional
• Channelized T-1
• Broadband over existing copper lines
• Voice-over DSL
• Unlimited Local, Regional & Long Distance Phone Service
• transMessaging
• Live Web Cam
• Virtual Private Networks
• Spam & Virus Protection upon request
• Video Conferencing
• DS3's Full and Fractional
• Video on Demand
• Message on Hold
• Firewalls, Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
Services
• Conference Planning
• Event Conferencing
• Web Conferencing
• LAN/WAN Integration
• Premise Wiring (CAT5e, CAT6, FIBER)
• Email Solutions - local and remote
• Remote Network Back-up
• Wide Area Network Solutions (WAN)
• Co-location Facilities
• Web Hosting and Development
• Network Maintenance Contracts
• Support for Linux, Windows & Apple Operating Systems
We own and operate our own backbone allowing the felxibility and control needed to deliver unsurpassed service. As a Microsoft Certified Partner and Apple Authorized Service Provider we extend our reach to vertical network platforms. Additional offerings include managed Collocation services, private and virtual private networking solutions, and event conferencing services.
Our strategic partnerships with leading carriers extend our reach worlwide. We are committed to being your premier fully managed communications provider.
Our foundation is based on the highest level of customer service. Our well-distinguished 24/7-customer support proactively manages and monitors your network to ensure that the highest performance standards are maintained. Should a problem arise, we are aware of it immediately and work to rectify the issue.
Delivering true convergence to businesses and carriers is our key objective. We are dedicated to superior network performance, coverage and exceptional customer service
Transbeam products and services have been designed to maximize the performance of your company both technologically and financially. We believe there are no generic customers and no generic solutions. We work to provide total solutions uniquely suited to each customer with built-in capability to deliver advanced series today and tomorrow as your company grows.
No matter what your needs, objectives or goals, Transbeam offers complete, point-to-point solutions to maximize efficiency and profitability for your company.
Products
• High-Speed Internet Connectivity
• SDSL from 192k - 2.3MB
• VOIP
• T-1 Full and Fractional
• Channelized T-1
• Broadband over existing copper lines
• Voice-over DSL
• Unlimited Local, Regional & Long Distance Phone Service
• transMessaging
• Live Web Cam
• Virtual Private Networks
• Spam & Virus Protection upon request
• Video Conferencing
• DS3's Full and Fractional
• Video on Demand
• Message on Hold
• Firewalls, Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
Services
• Conference Planning
• Event Conferencing
• Web Conferencing
• LAN/WAN Integration
• Premise Wiring (CAT5e, CAT6, FIBER)
• Email Solutions - local and remote
• Remote Network Back-up
• Wide Area Network Solutions (WAN)
• Co-location Facilities
• Web Hosting and Development
• Network Maintenance Contracts
• Support for Linux, Windows & Apple Operating Systems
The three companies are now one, under the MegaPath name. The new MegaPath offers a set of common nationwide voice, broadband, MPLS and VPN services for you to start selling now.
With the addition of resources, mature channels, and enhancements to the service portfolio, MegaPath expects the new company to extend theirr leadership position in the telecommunications industry. MegaPath will continue to work in a business-as-usual manner and will keep customers informed as the integration progresses.
A town Hall-style meeting is planned soon where MegaPath will introduce the many of the unique advantages of the new MegaPath.
MEGAPATH Creates New Communications Powerhouse, Offering a Full Range of Nationwide IP Voice, Security, VPN and Internet Services
SAN JOSE, CA - September 1, 2010 - MegaPath, Covad and Speakeasy today announced regulatory approval and the completion of their merger, creating a next generation Managed Services Local Exchange Carrier (MSLEC). The new company will have relationships with more than 85,000 business customers and over 4,500 partners throughout North America. The combined company will be called MegaPath and will operate one of the largest end-to-end facilities-based IP communications networks in the country.
"For too long in the telecommunications industry, customer service and reliability have taken a back seat," said D. Craig Young, Chairman and CEO of MegaPath. "With the combination of MegaPath, Covad and Speakeasy, we are bringing to market a leading nationwide IP network to deliver a complete line of end-to-end managed services, including voice, data and security. Small, medium and large enterprises will now benefit from a new service provider that is willing to invest in advanced services, while remaining heavily focused on customer service."
With the combination of MegaPath, Speakeasy and Covad, the new MegaPath will provide a complete voice, access, private networking and managed security solution for business customers of all sizes with a turnkey solution for conducting business and communicating with customers, partners and employees. In addition, its leading voice services combine broadband and voice capabilities with Quality of Service (QoS) monitoring for superior call clarity, which is backed up by industry-leading service level agreements (SLAs).
The new MegaPath remains a privately held company. Moving forward, it will serve the market through two divisions: a wholesale operating division and a direct, business markets division. The Company's executive team includes D. Craig Young, former CEO of MegaPath, who now serves as Chairman and CEO; Pat Bennett, former CEO of Covad, as Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Wholesale Markets; and Bruce Chatterley, former CEO of Speakeasy, as President of the Business Markets unit in charge of all non-wholesale customer sales, service and marketing.
Financial terms of the merger were not disclosed.
About MegaPath
MegaPath operates one of the largest end-to-end communications networks in the country. In 2010 the company combined with Speakeasy and Covad to form a single company providing a full range of nationwide IP voice, security, and VPN and Internet services. MegaPath helps more than 85,000 businesses of all sizes to easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, employees and business partners to lower costs, increase security and enhance employee productivity. To learn more about MegaPath's managed IP data, voice and security servic
Read more: http://www.megapath.com/news/2010/MegaPath-Covad-Speakeasy-Merger-Closes.cfm?contactID=&gwkey=V6T40OW7YY#ixzz0z2tbIFUq
About Covad
Covad is a leading national provider of integrated voice and data communications, combining broadband solutions with mission-critical service and support to create a superior customer experience. The company provides a wide range of access and hub aggregation services, including Ethernet, T1, and DSL. Covad manages a robust, next-generation IP/MPLS network that efficiently delivers integrated voice, video, and data solutions. With an expanded footprint supported in part by more than 4,400 COs, Covad broadband services are currently available across the nation in 45 states and 240 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and can be purchased by approximately 11 million businesses, representing over 60 percent of all U.S. businesses.
About MegaPath Inc.
MegaPath is the leading provider of managed IP communications services in North America. MegaPath leverages its wide selection of broadband connectivity, Virtual Private Networks, Voice over IP (VoIP) and security technologies to enable businesses to lower costs, increase security and enhance productivity. Businesses of all sizes can easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, branch offices, retail locations, mobile workers, and business partners. To learn more about why over 19,000 companies have chosen MegaPath's managed IP data, voice and security services to improve their business communications,
About Speakeasy
Speakeasy is one of the nation's leading broadband voice (VoIP), data and IT service providers. Speakeasy helps small businesses succeed by offering simplified voice and data solutions that improve the customer experience, increase employee productivity and help cut costs. Based in Seattle, Speakeasy has provided award-winning customer service since 1994 and joined the Best Buy family of companies in April 2007, working with Best Buy for Business to champion technology for small businesses throughout the U.S.
COVAD AND MEGAPATH ANNOUNCE MERGER AGREEMENT
Merger Will Combine Nation's Largest IP Broadband Footprint with Complete Suite of Managed Services
San Jose and Costa Mesa, CA, March 31, 2010 - Covad Communications Company, a leading national provider of IP broadband services, and MegaPath Inc., a leading provider of managed IP data, voice and security services in North America, today announced an agreement to combine the operations of Covad and MegaPath.
Pending federal and state regulatory approvals, the transaction will create one of the largest managed service local exchange carriers (MSLEC) in the United States. The combined businesses will have the largest Ethernet, DSL and T1 footprint in North America and be the only MSLEC capable of providing a full range of Internet, voice, security and VPN services nationwide.
"This transaction brings together two industry leaders who will focus on expanding service offerings and distribution channels to further our leadership positions in the SMB, enterprise and wholesale markets," said D. Craig Young, MegaPath CEO and the new Executive Chairman of the combined businesses. "By leveraging the strengths of each company, we will provide customers and partners with expanded expertise, broader innovative services and a powerful network that simplifies the way they communicate and conduct business online."
"We will continue to provide innovative services and superior automation to our wholesale partners, and by adding MegaPath's leading managed service offerings, we will further enhance the value we deliver to the market," said Pat Bennett, CEO of Covad, who will continue as Chief Executive Officer. "The combination of these two companies creates a powerful new business model that provides users and partners with the industry-leading connectivity and services they require to support their critical business communications needs."
Covad offers IP broadband services in more than 4,400 central offices nationwide through its commercial and wholesale distribution channels. Covad wholesale partners include leading providers such as AT&T, Verizon Business and Sprint; MegaPath delivers value-added communication services, including hosted VoIP, managed security, MPLS VPNs for connecting multiple sites, and SSL VPNs for connecting remote users and business partners. MegaPath distributes its services via a large direct sales force and channel sales partnerships, and has over 19,000 direct SMB and enterprise customers.
By combining Covad's robust network infrastructure with MegaPath's wide selection of products and value-added services, the transaction promises to provide the companies' partners and customers with a superior selection of cost-effective IP voice, data communications and security solutions.
"This is a great deal for Covad and MegaPath stakeholders and customers, creating an industry leader with the agility, expertise and resources to address customers' rapidly growing and changing communications needs," said Johnny O. Lopez, partner at Platinum Equity, which owns Covad. "With such complementary businesses, partners and customers will quickly see new services and capabilities that provide them even greater value, while the company realizes improved efficiencies and greater profitability, and enhanced opportunities for growth through acquisition."
The combined businesses will be owned by Platinum and MegaPath investors. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction is subject to federal and state regulatory approvals and is expected to close by the end of Q3 2010.
About Covad
Covad is a leading national provider of integrated voice and data communications, combining broadband solutions with mission-critical service and support to create a superior customer experience. The company provides a wide range of access and hub aggregation services, including Ethernet, DSL, and T1. Covad manages a robust, next-generation IP/MPLS network that efficiently delivers integrated voice, video, and data solutions. With an expanded footprint supported in part by more than 4,400 COs, Covad broadband services are currently available across the nation in 45 states and 240 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and can be purchased by approximately 11 million businesses, representing over 60 percent of all U.S. businesses. Covad is located at 2220 O'Toole Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131. Website: www.covad.com.
About MegaPath, Inc.
MegaPath is the leading provider of managed IP communications services in North America. MegaPath leverages its wide selection of broadband connectivity, Virtual Private Networks, Voice over IP (VoIP) and security technologies to enable businesses to lower costs, increase security and enhance productivity. Businesses of all sizes can easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, branch offices, retail locations, mobile workers, and business partners. To learn more about why over 19,000 companies have chosen MegaPath's managed IP data, voice and security services to improve their business communications, visit www.megapath.com or call 1-877-MegaPath (634-2728).
About Platinum Equity
Platinum Equity is a global M&A&O® firm specializing in the merger, acquisition and operation of companies that provide services and solutions to customers in a broad range of business markets, including information technology, telecommunications, logistics, metals services, manufacturing and distribution. Since its founding in 1995 by Tom Gores, Platinum Equity has completed more than 100 acquisitions. For more information, go to www.platinumequity.com.
Merger Will Combine Nation's Largest IP Broadband Footprint with Complete Suite of Managed Services
San Jose and Costa Mesa, CA, March 31, 2010 - Covad Communications Company, a leading national provider of IP broadband services, and MegaPath Inc., a leading provider of managed IP data, voice and security services in North America, today announced an agreement to combine the operations of Covad and MegaPath.
Pending federal and state regulatory approvals, the transaction will create one of the largest managed service local exchange carriers (MSLEC) in the United States. The combined businesses will have the largest Ethernet, DSL and T1 footprint in North America and be the only MSLEC capable of providing a full range of Internet, voice, security and VPN services nationwide.
"This transaction brings together two industry leaders who will focus on expanding service offerings and distribution channels to further our leadership positions in the SMB, enterprise and wholesale markets," said D. Craig Young, MegaPath CEO and the new Executive Chairman of the combined businesses. "By leveraging the strengths of each company, we will provide customers and partners with expanded expertise, broader innovative services and a powerful network that simplifies the way they communicate and conduct business online."
"We will continue to provide innovative services and superior automation to our wholesale partners, and by adding MegaPath's leading managed service offerings, we will further enhance the value we deliver to the market," said Pat Bennett, CEO of Covad, who will continue as Chief Executive Officer. "The combination of these two companies creates a powerful new business model that provides users and partners with the industry-leading connectivity and services they require to support their critical business communications needs."
Covad offers IP broadband services in more than 4,400 central offices nationwide through its commercial and wholesale distribution channels. Covad wholesale partners include leading providers such as AT&T, Verizon Business and Sprint; MegaPath delivers value-added communication services, including hosted VoIP, managed security, MPLS VPNs for connecting multiple sites, and SSL VPNs for connecting remote users and business partners. MegaPath distributes its services via a large direct sales force and channel sales partnerships, and has over 19,000 direct SMB and enterprise customers.
By combining Covad's robust network infrastructure with MegaPath's wide selection of products and value-added services, the transaction promises to provide the companies' partners and customers with a superior selection of cost-effective IP voice, data communications and security solutions.
"This is a great deal for Covad and MegaPath stakeholders and customers, creating an industry leader with the agility, expertise and resources to address customers' rapidly growing and changing communications needs," said Johnny O. Lopez, partner at Platinum Equity, which owns Covad. "With such complementary businesses, partners and customers will quickly see new services and capabilities that provide them even greater value, while the company realizes improved efficiencies and greater profitability, and enhanced opportunities for growth through acquisition."
The combined businesses will be owned by Platinum and MegaPath investors. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction is subject to federal and state regulatory approvals and is expected to close by the end of Q3 2010.
About Covad
Covad is a leading national provider of integrated voice and data communications, combining broadband solutions with mission-critical service and support to create a superior customer experience. The company provides a wide range of access and hub aggregation services, including Ethernet, DSL, and T1. Covad manages a robust, next-generation IP/MPLS network that efficiently delivers integrated voice, video, and data solutions. With an expanded footprint supported in part by more than 4,400 COs, Covad broadband services are currently available across the nation in 45 states and 240 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and can be purchased by approximately 11 million businesses, representing over 60 percent of all U.S. businesses. Covad is located at 2220 O'Toole Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131. Website: www.covad.com.
About MegaPath, Inc.
MegaPath is the leading provider of managed IP communications services in North America. MegaPath leverages its wide selection of broadband connectivity, Virtual Private Networks, Voice over IP (VoIP) and security technologies to enable businesses to lower costs, increase security and enhance productivity. Businesses of all sizes can easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, branch offices, retail locations, mobile workers, and business partners. To learn more about why over 19,000 companies have chosen MegaPath's managed IP data, voice and security services to improve their business communications, visit www.megapath.com or call 1-877-MegaPath (634-2728).
About Platinum Equity
Platinum Equity is a global M&A&O® firm specializing in the merger, acquisition and operation of companies that provide services and solutions to customers in a broad range of business markets, including information technology, telecommunications, logistics, metals services, manufacturing and distribution. Since its founding in 1995 by Tom Gores, Platinum Equity has completed more than 100 acquisitions. For more information, go to www.platinumequity.com.