Eskom Enterprises has chosen Siemens Information and Communications Group as its technology partner for the roll-out of its fibre optic network infrastructure in preparation of participation in SA's second national operator.
NetCom Solutions SA has been appointed as a SecureLogix Certified Partner.
Avaya has appointed Libatel as a value-added reseller (VAR) for its data networking solutions in Lebanon.
Telkom has launched a permanent link and a dialup version of a cheap VPN service under the brand ViP. While marginally cannibalising its own frame relay products, ViP squarely challenges VANS and consumer ISPs.
Microsoft has unveiled its Passport Federation strategy to enable interoperable single sign-in across the Internet.
Sybase has acquired New Era of Networks, a business-to-business integration company.
The RAM Group has reinforced its wide-area network connectivity and security by implementing the Integr8 Internet protocol managed network.
Emerald Safari Resort and Casino has contracted I-Fusion to install a network consisting of 3Com Superstack S4900 and 3300 switches and Krone cabling components.
3Com says its OfficeConnect Gateway Integrated Access Device has been certified as fully interoperable with the CPX-1000 voice services platform from Jetstream Communications.
Avaya has appointed Alamana Industries as a value-added reseller (VAR) for its data networking solutions in Kuwait.
Telkom has unveiled the ViP Dial and ViP Link Internet protocol-based business solutions.
Avaya says Telematics Networking has installed its wireless networking solution at the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management in Dubai.
Datacraft will design and implement a network infrastructure for Hutchinson GlobalCenter, a provider of managed hosting services.