Cloud Communications

Welcome to Cloud Communications

From cloud computing to cloud storage to hybrid cloud offerings, one could certainly argue that cloud communications are finally here to stay. Cloud communications best refers to data-center-hosted services that are run and accessed over an Internet infrastructure. While in past years, these services have been data-centric, with the advent of VoIP and the realized cost benefits of cloud, companies are quickly straying from on-premise applications. Welcome to the Cloud Communications Channel sponsored by GFI, an award-winning IT solutions provider for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

This channel will explore all that has to do with cloud including security, adoption, understanding and innovation. To learn more about the latest trends in cloud communications, and to keep up to date with the most current white papers and case studies, stay tuned to the Cloud Communications channel.

Cloud Communications Featured Articles

SimpleSignal, Intelisys Partner to Offer Cloud Migration Training for Channel Partners

SimpleSignal, a provider of cloud communications and collaboration (UC&C) solutions, has formed a partnership with Intelisys, a master agent company, to provide education and training to channel partners to help them migrate to the cloud. The cloud communications market is growing at a fast pace and Intelisys has hopped right aboard that train, delivering to its cloud communications partners through acquisitions and industry partnerships.
5/15/2012

SMBs Quickly Embrace Cloud Communications as they Search for Better DR Strategies

For those naysayers who contend that the typical small- to medium-sized business (SMB) is not yet ready for cloud communications services, think again, as a recent survey released by Symantec Corp. found that SMBs' desire to be better prepared for disasters is leading SMBs quickly down the path of virtualization, cloud computing and mobility.
5/14/2012

Twilio Offers Cloud Communications APIs to Windows Azure Customers

Cloud communications services provider Twilio has formed a partnership with Microsoft to make Twilio's voice and messaging APIs easily available to Windows Azure customers. The partnership allows Windows Azure developers to leverage Twilio's voice and messaging APIs to develop innovative cloud apps. Developers can receive a starting credit of 1,000 free text messages or inbound voice minutes with sign up.
5/9/2012

Get Ready for the Email Spam Fight with Cloud Communications Company GFI's Solution

We've all been there; we've received an email that looks harmless enough from one of our friends or family members with a cool link in it and clicked on it, only to discover that we have now brought a virus to our computers. And in today's IT world which is dominated by hackers and computer geniuses, email threats have become more prevalent than ever.
5/7/2012

Cloud Communications: Protect Your Computer Systems Against Virus Attacks

When it comes to security risks and potential breaches, one thing is certain: hackers don't discriminate. In the past, most viruses were written for PCs, however, in today's technology environment both PC and Mac platforms are popular targets for malware writers and attacks. A recent white paper published by GFI Software - a provider of cloud communications services - outlines recent Mac malware attacks and offers specific strategies to secure both PCs and Macs.
5/2/2012

SingleHop Unveils a New Mobile App for iOS and Android Platforms

SingleHop Inc., a dedicated server and cloud hosting provider specializing in mobile administration tools, announced the launch of its new mobile app for iOS and Android platforms.
5/1/2012