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November 6, 2013

Published by Katie Sluiter on November 6, 2013

Businesses beware: Tis the Season to be Scammed

The holiday season is nearly upon us, and as many prepare themselves for festivities and online shopping, cyber thieves are quietly plotting how to rip us off. Businesses beware, tis the season to be scammed Hijacking is one scheme used […]

November 5, 2013

Published by Molly Pearce on November 5, 2013

Using the Internet to Cut Costs and Increase Revenue

The internet has forever changed the way we do business. The following tools can help drive sales and lower costs: The Internet is a powerful tool for businesses. The Internet allows businesses to connect with customers and suppliers that would […]

November 3, 2013

Published by The Colocation America Staff on November 3, 2013

UPDATE: Co-location Demand Hits Stride in Australia

Editor’s Note: The original article (posted below the line) was published on April 17, 2013. An update on the subject matter was sorely needed…. The Australian Securities Exchange is one of the world’s largest financial market exchanges. Trillions of dollars […]

October 31, 2013

Published by Reuben Yonatan on October 31, 2013

5 Ways to Secure Your VoIP Server

Like any other network, Voice over IP networks are vulnerable to malicious attacks. VoIP crime is a serious threat to VoIP providers. Although many thought the days of Phone Preakers died with VoIP toll fraud, identity theft, and malware specific […]

October 28, 2013

Published by James Mulvey on October 28, 2013

How to troubleshoot a network Timeout

Ping tests help troubleshoot connectivity issues on a network. Sometimes, connections cannot be established from one end point to another. Every so often, clients experience “network timeouts” while trying to connect to an IP address that isn’t responding. Timeouts may […]

October 25, 2013

Published by James Mulvey on October 25, 2013

Which is Better: Building or Buying a Server?

While you can save a bunch of greenbacks building your own “Frankenstein” server, you open the door to potential problems; Ah October, how I love thee! A month when folks break out the sweaters, drink pumpkin spiced lattes and get […]

October 24, 2013

Published by Tanya Williams on October 24, 2013

Floating an RFP (request for protocol) for IP Telephony

Many organization are implementing an IP telephony solution. A request for protocol invites vendors to submit their proposal for such a solution. After meeting with the short-listed vendors, the next step is to issue the RFP or Request For Proposal. […]

October 23, 2013

Published by David on October 23, 2013

Before a Server Move, Consider all Workplace Safety Variables

Servers have to be transported from time to time. The following costs must be taken into consideration. When conducting a server move, there are many variables to consider. Two of the most important variables include the costs of a server […]

October 18, 2013

Published by Kalen Smith on October 18, 2013

Does Hosting a Website Overseas Affect Your SEO?

Server location has an impact on your website’s performance and overall availability. Does hosting a website overseas affect your SEO? I wrote an article here a year ago about how your web hosting plan can affect your search engine rankings. […]

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