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TELSTRA INTERNATIONAL BRINGS BENEFITS OF LAN TO THE WAN
Global managed network services leader simplifies secure international connectivity with Ethernet Private Lines
London, 14 August 2008: Customers of Telstra International will now be able to take full advantage of secure, high capacity ethernet connectivity across Asia, Australia, North America and Europe, thanks to the introduction of Telstra International’s Ethernet Private Line (EPL) network service.
The service will allow organisations to easily inter-connect their company sites, using low cost, familiar technology. This in turn enables them to move into new markets and support new working practices including high traffic volume applications and rapid deployment of mission critical data. Based on secure, dedicated Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) technology, Telstra’s ethernet offers the privacy and reliability of private leased lines, with improved scalability and flexibility.
Ethernet Private Lines extend well-established local area network (LAN) technology to the wide area network (WAN), reducing the need for additional investment in communications equipment, infrastructure and maintenance. Telstra International customers will be able to select from granular service speeds of 2mbps to 1000mbps according to network usage. Telstra-backed service level agreements (SLAs) will also provide peace of mind for service delivery, availability and reliability.
Simon Vye, CEO of Telstra International, EMEA commented, “Ethernet is a technology that has already proven its worth within enterprises and is a natural evolution to the wide area network as it supports converged voice, data, video and internet services without the need for additional infrastructure investment. Ethernet Private Lines offer a combination of a secure and reliable service, along with low total cost of ownership and simple network management, making them attractive to multinational companies looking to implement a consistent and connected workplace.”
To ensure the best possible service, Telstra International also offers 24x7 technical support and has developed a strong ecosystem of partners and investments in over 50 cable systems worldwide.
“Telstra International is particularly strong in Asia thanks to our extensive, high capacity cable network, which offers customers who are considering a move into this region, an instant communications advantage,” added Vye. “However, we are constantly building out our capabilities to ensure that our EPL customers benefit from a SLA-supported global service that is second to none in order to meet their business, compliance and expansion requirements now and in the future.”
About Telstra International
Telstra International is a leading global supplier of managed network services and a division of the leading Australian-based, tier 1 telecommunications and media services company, Telstra Corporation Limited.
Telstra provides global solutions to over half of the world's top 500 companies. Telstra owns one the most technologically advanced IP backbone global networks in the world, offering an extensive portfolio of state-of-the-art solutions.
Telstra’s portfolio is complemented by its independently-owned and managed switched UK network. The network incorporates strategic Points of Presence (PoPs) across the UK, including two state-of-the-art data centres located in London Docklands and Cambridge, and interlinks seamlessly with Telstra’s highly-advanced global network.
Visit www.telstra-international.co.uk for further information.
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