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WAN Security: Making the Right Choices for an Optimized WAN by XO Communications April 30, 2012 - (Free Research) <p>This webinar discusses the recent trends in WAN security, new and upcoming threats, and best practices for making well-informed WAN security decisions for your enterprise.</p>  (WEBCAST) READ ABSTRACT |

How to Choose a Managed Network Services Provider by MegaPath Inc. May 22, 2012 - (Free Research) Managing your network is no easy task, hence the reason managed service providers (MSPs) exist. In this resource, explore the advantages of outsourcing to an MSP and best practices for finding the right MSP for your organization.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Provergent Suite - Telecom Order & Inventory Software by Digital Fairway, Inc. The Provergent Communication Asset Management Suite helps to manage the planning, procuring, provisioning, auditing & delivering of communications services. Provergent allows you to build accurate & easy to manage centralized inventories, backed up by automated provisioning processes to manage all moves, adds, changes & deletes in the inventory.  (SOFTWARE PRODUCT)

Overcoming Single Provider MPLS Limitations by Virtela Communications, Inc. July 2009 - (Free Research) In this paper, Frost & Sullivan reviews the limitations associated with taking a single-provider approach to MPLS networks and its impact on the enterprise. They then examine Virtela's Global Service Fabric multicarrier network approach and how it overcomes these limitations to provide a best-of-breed global MPLS network solution.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Comparing MPLS and Internet Links for Delivering VoIP Services by Avaya Inc. September 2005 - (Free Research) This paper documents a real-world field study that concludes the availability and call quality of VoIP over Multi-protocol Label Switching (MPLS) is comparable to that of VoIP over the public Internet.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Service Provider MPLS VPN Security Considerations by Certes Networks September 2011 - (Free Research) This report explores security considerations for service provider MPLS VPN, and describes two threat scenarios against a real MPLS VPN environment that was constructed to demonstrate the typical attack surface of an MPLS Layer 3 VPN provider network.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

A Business Guide to MPLS IP VPN Migration: Five Critical Factors by XO Communications April 2012 - (Free Research) Uncover five critical factors for a successful migration to an MPLS IP VPN service in this whitepaper. Learn the evolving needs of today’s enterprise networks and uncover how an MPLS-based IP VPN can help you fulfill these wants and needs.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The Truth About MPLS Security by Certes Networks June 2011 - (Free Research) If you are sending data over a “private” Wide Area Network (WAN) there is a dirty little secret your service provider doesn’t want you to know about. The truth is that these so-called private WANs offer no inherent security and they aren't really even private.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The MPLS Network: A Future-Proof Engine for Voice-Data Convergence - Addressing network traffic trends with new opportunities for business communications by MegaPath Inc. May 2011 - (Free Research) This paper discusses the origins and future of Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) technology, highlighting how new applications are demonstrating the potential of these networks and uncovering advantages you can expect to see.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Solution Brief: Optimizing Application Traffic on MPLS WAN Links by BlueCoat March 2008 - (Free Research) MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching) is a common type of service offering from global telecom providers that removes much of the cost and complexity of more traditional point-to-point networks.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

An Overview of MPLS VPNs: Overlay, Layer 3, and PseudoWire by Global Knowledge November 2010 - (Free Research) This paper  examines the big picture when it comes to Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and what happens when a data packet traverses an MPLS cloud.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

MegaPath Site-to-Site MPLS VPN by MegaPath Inc. March 2010 - (Free Research) Your employees in remote locations need the same fast, reliable, secure and cost-effective access to information and applications as your employees at headquarters. MegaPath Site-to-Site MPLS VPN is the simple solution. Read this white paper to learn how to MegaPath Site-to-Site MPLS VPN means more security, more selection, and more service.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

AT&T MPLS: The Platform for your Apps by AT&T Corp August 2010 - (Free Research) Watch this video to learn how to maximize the capabilities of your MPLS Network. This is the first in a series of videos that will help you understand how to make your VPN more efficient.  (VIDEO)

How to Cut Communications Costs By Replacing Leased Lines and VPNs with MPLS by Star December 2010 - (Free Research) Replacement of remaining legacy internet connections with more flexible and secure solutions such as Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), which offer guaranteed security and quality of service, can save organisations substantial amounts of money. Read on to learn more about MPLS.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

WAN Optimization in MPLS Networks - The Transparency Challenge by Expand Networks March 2008 - (Free Research) Today's modern Wide Area Networks (WANs), such as MPLS networks, provide much more than just a framework for information transport.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

E-Guide: MPLS VPN basics by MegaPath Inc. May 2011 - (Free Research) This e-guide discusses the ins and outs of MPLS VPNs and traditional virtual private networks. Uncover the differences, advantages and disadvantages of each one.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Optimized Metro Aggregation Network for Triple Play Services by ECI Telecom July 2008 - (Free Research) Learn how the convergence of voice, video and data ("Triple Play") together with relaxed regulatory control have forced service providers to shift towards a combined offering of voice, video, and data service improving their position in the market  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Securing SharePoint: SharePoint Security Best Practices by Thawte Inc. May 2013 - (Free Research) This expert e-guide reveals must-see best practices for effectively securing your Microsoft SharePoint environment. Inside, learn how you can navigate tricky SharePoint security issues, including access control, security testing, policy and training, and more.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Best Practices to Protect the Cardholder Data Environment and Achieve PCI Compliance by Rapid7 July 2012 - (Free Research) Cyber-attacks that target customer and financial information are becoming more popular and businesses need to protect their data. Prevent attackers from taking advantage of the gaps in your security plan by creating a comprehensive information security policy.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

CRM in Financial Services: Best practices, trends and strategy for the new economy by Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution November 2010 - (Free Research) Find out how financial services companies are leveraging CRM technology and best practices to improve service and operational efficiency. Read this e-book to learn more.  (EBOOK) READ ABSTRACT |

Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Overview by Global Knowledge November 2010 - (Free Research) MPLS stands for Multiprotocol Label Switching and is defined as “a mechanism in high-performance telecommunications networks that direct and carried data from one network node to the next, making it easy to create ‘virtual links’ between distant nodes.” Read on for a thorough overview of MPLS and learn how MPLS can benefit your organization.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Key Considerations for MPLS IP-VPN Success by XO Communications April 2012 - (Free Research) <p>Uncover the benefits of an MPLS-based private IP network and learn how it can not only help you simplify network management and reduce costs, but also prioritize application, create and improve disaster recovery, and much more!</p>  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Best Practices in Using Reputation-based Anti-Spam Services for Email Security by IronPort Systems February 2009 - (Free Research) This white paper discusses the origins of IP reputation services; test results on Cisco IronPort's own reputation service, SenderBase; best practices in using reputation services; and the ROI of reputation services.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Considerations and Best Practices for Updating a Corporate BYOD Program by Good Technology March 2013 - (Free Research) In this timely E-Guide from SearchConsumerization.com we detail the best practices and considerations to keep in mind when creating, implementing, and updating a corporate BYOD policy.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

eGuide: Email Security and Compliance Best Practices by Google Apps January 2011 - (Free Research) Secure and compliant email systems are essential for financial services companies. In this two part series on email security best practices, expert George Wrenn discusses how to capture emails, securely archive the messages and detailed reporting.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

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