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Between The Lines 3rd Edition > Industry Issues

INDUSTRY ISSUES

SEPTEMBER 2007
Ethernet demand goes mainstream: Forrester

More than 50% of European businesses are already using Ethernet services or are considering doing so. Forrester report that the technology is now maturing and is set to experience strong growth as a WAN solution.

SEPTEMBER 2007
VoIP demand forecast to double as small businesses take the lead
Small UK businesses are buying into the potential of VoIP more enthusiastically than their larger counterparts, according to BT’s own research.

SEPTEMBER 2007
Online conferencing: an emerging market trend as IP enthusiasts start work
As the U tubers and the facebookers join the labour market, video conferencing and online collaboration are gaining a fresh impetus. This new generation already used to visual communication through the screen is driving demand. This article reviews the trend.

SEPTEMBER 2007
Fast broadband brings thin client benefits to smaller companies
Energy saving, cost effective thin client networks are now feasible beyond the confines of larger organisations. This article discusses the impact that fast, reliable broadband is having on growing companies by offering them a real alternative to the traditional networked PC.

SEPTEMBER 2007
3.5 million hit by growing threat of UK online fraud
3.5 million hit by growing threat of UK online fraud. Over one in ten of UK internet users have experienced fraud in the past 12 months because they are failing to take proper precautions to protect themselves.

SEPTEMBER 2007
Mobile VoIP: threat or opportunity?
An objective assessment of the debate and the issues surrounding mobile VoIP. A threat to current revenue models, or a chance to create new ones? You decide.