A telecommunications summit
From the GlobalComm 2006 trade show to the latest wireless technologies, the pace of innovation in the telecommunications industry continues to accelerate.
From the GlobalComm trade show under way this week in Chicago to telecom innovators in Europe, a wealth of next-generation telecommunications strategies and products is being rolled out by the world's key gear, software and service providers.
June 6, 2006
June 6, 2006
photos More than 500 software and equipment makers descend on Chicago to display their wares.
June 6, 2006
June 6, 2006
June 5, 2006
June 5, 2006
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May 30, 2006
Mergers are giving AT&T's networks a boost
AT&T plans to upgrade its long-distance network to handle traffic from mergers and deliver an array of new services.June 6, 2006
Cox president calls for level playing field
he says all he wants is to compete fairly using the same sets of rules the phone companies use.June 6, 2006
Tuning in to GlobalComm
photos More than 500 software and equipment makers descend on Chicago to display their wares.June 6, 2006
Ericsson enters IPTV battle
The company unveils a product suite that will enable phone companies to deploy IP-based television services.June 6, 2006
RIM CEO cautious about unlimited wireless data plans
Mike Lazaridis says network innovation requires prudent pricing of wireless data plans, efficient network usage.June 5, 2006
Wi-Fi: Coming soon on board U.S. airplanes
AirCell says it'll use its wireless spectrum to offer in-flight broadband. Will planes be filled with travelers yakking with VoIP?June 5, 2006
U.K. firm drives toward wireless cars
Qinetiq signs a deal to develop technology that will be tested in lampposts and could eventually lead to wireless-enabled cars.June 5, 2006
IPTV prepares for prime time
Carriers such as AT&T are ready to roll out services, but new technologies will be needed to increase network capacity.June 5, 2006
Previous coverage
Net neutrality showdown
roundup Network operators want to charge Net content providers for enhanced services, but critics say regulations are needed to prevent abuse.June 2, 2006
Telecoms call for legal fixes after Katrina
Bureaucratic mix-ups, red tape and confiscation of emergency supplies kept phones offline after Hurricane Katrina. Telecoms say it must not happen again.June 1, 2006
Next-generation Wi-Fi tech to deliver IPTV
TV set-top makers plan to use Airgo's latest wireless technology to distribute video over Wi-Fi links throughout the home.May 30, 2006