Jim Hill, Director of IT at Admiral Beverage, a beverage production and distribution company, describes how he fool-proofs his IT network.
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Q & A with Ecessa: Cisco ASA 5505 and Ecessa PowerLink
Cisco ASA 5505 and Ecessa PowerLink Every day we receive emails and phone calls from IT directors and network administrators striving to make their networks run better. We’re going to share some of those questions and our responses with you in a series of “Q&A with Ecessa” posts. Today’s question comes to us from a… Read more »
Read MoreRelying on a Single Provider for a Reliable Internet Connection for Your Business? Vandalism to Your Own Success
Coordinated attacks on fiber optic Internet cables in California are labeled acts of vandalism, and they cost businesses dearly in loss of connectivity, revenue and productivity. Diversify your service!
Read MoreOnly YOU Can Prepare for an Internet Outage
Smokey the Bear taught us, “Remember… Only YOU Can Prevent Forest Fires.” That’s how we feel about network issues. You can’t prevent them, but your IT team can prepare for an Internet outage so it doesn’t take down your network and your business. Here’s how.
Read MoreBusted WAN Optimization Myths & The Truth About Optimizing Your Network
Network performance can be a troubling and mysterious burden placed on the shoulders of IT administrators. When seeking information, there are conflicting reports about what is and isn’t necessary for optimal performance.
Read MoreThe What and Why of WAN Optimization: Top Considerations
When networks aren’t performing up to their potential, many decision-makers will consider WAN optimization technologies to further improve data transmissions over their networks.
Read MoreCritical Connectivity Needs in the Hospitality Industry
Hotel operators must be able to provide fast, reliable Wi-Fi Internet access for their guests or risk losing guests and considerable revenue.
Read MoreInternet outage hits Coast Guard
When the Coast Guard Sector Humboldt Bay experienced an outage of its communication system, their contingency plan included flying a C-130 aircraft over the area to provide long-range radio relay capabilities.
Read MoreInternet Outages In Schools Give Districts a Failing Grade
Internet outages do more than inconvenience school districts. For many, they disrupt class curriculum, halt testing, disrupt parent communications and make homework inaccessible. With so much learning moving online, schools can’t afford to lose connectivity.
Read MoreMore Cut Cables Cause Communication Outages in Nevada, Washington
A construction crew accidentally cut a fiber optic cables new Las Vega, leaving CenturyLink customers without service. Outages affect phones (including 911 calls), Internet access and store purchases They cost businesses thousands of dollars in lost productivity and revenue and also damage reputations.
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