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The article focuses on the importance of backup power for cell sites in the communication carriers in the U.S. The scheme is the new mandate of the carriers to make network coverage reliable and easy. However, the carriers are reluctant in sharing the details of their backup power methods as several companies are opposing the plan of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Reports on the emergence of telepractice that provides health services from one location to another using a telecommunications medium in the U.S. Development of wide area networks that connect rural and metropolitan communities; Accessibility of telepractice technology; Impact of telepractice on convergence of technology.

Examines the current adoption rates of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) in the U.S., as of October 2005. Background on VoIP; Ways for implementing VoIP; Advantages of using the Internet for voice communications.

Reports on the efforts of multisystem operators (MSO) to incrementally increase revenue per customer and build loyalty among their subscriber line in the U.S. Voice services offered by MSOs; Predicted growth of voice services; Results of a research which suggests that bundled offerings delivered with a single bill is the most compelling reason cited by consumers looking to select a telecommunications carrier; Billing and customer care checklist for Voice-over Internet protocol; Steps to support bundled services.

Examines the pressures faced by the travel managers in generating business in the United States. Consideration on the net fare system; Causes on the changes of travel business decisions; Strategies used by travel management companies. INSET: Business Travel Attitudes..

Reports on the expansion plans of eLEC Communications Corp., a telecommunications company offering local phone service in New York and other states. Announcement for relocation of the sites of its offices; Strategy of he company for improving its work force and its phone services; Outlooks of Paul H. Riss, CEO of eLEC in an October 13, 2003 interview; Financial losses of the company for the second quarter; Speculations and opinions on the challenges that must be faced by the company.

Nevertheless, it's that time of year again when we all dust off our crystal balls to forecast what the business community might expect in the months ahead. It's never easy. Honestly, who could have foreseen the wild ride the markets-and several companies-took in 2002? The staff of "Canadian Business" decided to take a stroll down Memory Lane to contrast some notable forecasts about 2002 with what actually happened. Let's hope the coming year proves just a tad more predictable.

The article offers information about the shopping center industry in the U.S., particularly on the use of data and technology advances to boost site-selection efficiency in the industry. Other information regarding the emergence of mobile technologies and an expanding number of data sources, transforming the retailer site-selection process, is presented.

Focuses on the concept of consolidating charges for multiple services into a single billing statement in the United States. Cable industry's plan to determine how to bill customers for expanding packages of digital video, Internet access, high-speed data and telephony; Concerns about how consumers will react to the single-bill theory.

Features several consumer products for use by lawyers and law firms in the U.S. Office equipment and supplies; Telecommunication systems; Filing and storage systems.

Presents information on the airline industry in the U.S. Discussion of the economic condition of the industry; View of the author that savings will arise from a permanent solution of the no show problem and a complete dismantling of the reservations system; Details of the proposal which states that the airlines should sell their tickets, in massive blocks, to the brokerage community, at prices determined by normal competitive underwriting methods; Elimination of the enormous expense of maintaining a reservations and communications network; Focus on the problems of seasonal traffic.

The article discusses the demand of the utilities sector for a smart grid in the broadband network in the U.S. The author believes that the sector needs to advanced its infrastructure and communication systems to achieve a reliable communications network. He reveals the desire of the industry to pursue 4G networks to enable its workforce to interact customers and make business decisions.

The article presents the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's definition of what constitutes "broadband" access to the Internet: the ability to transfer data at 200,000 bits per second. It reveals that a draft of a broadband census act in Congress attempted to push the definition to 2 Megabits per second.

The article focuses on Verizon Communications Inc.'s FiOS project, a month-long tutorial program for newly-hired and veteran employees concerning the transformation of old copper phone wires with the high-capacity optical fiber at the company's regional training centers in the U.S. Such program is designed to determine whether the employees have the skills needed to deal with the latest optical fiber networks and complicated home installations to prepare them to understand such applications.

The article reports on developments regarding companies in service industries in the U.S. International Business Machines Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire PureEdge Solutions Inc. eLEC Communications Corp. plans to provide local Voice-over-Internet Protocol telephone service to high-speed Internet customers.

Previews the Conference on Emerging Technologies of the Society of Cable telecommunications' Engineers on January 13-15, 2004. Focus of the conference; Aims of the business market session; Research on OpenCable Applications Platform.

Discusses marketing strategy adopted by Cox Communications Inc. to promote its phone, Internet and video services in California. Details of benefits associated with a two-year commitment of availing services of Cox; Methodology adopted by Cox to advertise its offerings; Views of principal of Semaphore Investments Michael Bienstock on services of Cox.

Highlights technological services offered by hotel chains in the United States to business travelers. Emergence of the concept of technology concierge; Willingness to pay for luxury; Risks of investing in technology; Alternative communication systems to fax machines.

The article reports on the provision of voice or text messaging wellness system from health and wellness firm HelloFood to decrease the obesity rate in the U.S. It mentions the partnership of the firm with Microsoft Corp. to develop user-friendly products integrating four communication mediums in giving fitness management such as mobile, web, and text messaging applications. It notes the services given by the converged communication model (CCM) including HelloWeb, Food Diary, and HelloText.

The article emphasizes the importance of broadband. The author argues that broadband is relevant to human interaction and economic recovery, and is expected to develop in the 21st century. He describes the adoption of broadband in 2009 in various countries, such as the U.S. and Australia. The role being played by the Broadband Forum in promoting broadband services is also described.

The article discusses the installation of Internet Protocol television (IPTV) system through the technology from HomePNA Alliance Inc. It mentions that IPTV system allows telecommunications service providers in reducing IPTV installation to an average of under three hours. It tackles the IPTV installation services of various companies in the U.S. including AT&T, CenturyLink Inc. and Telus.

The article presents the result of bids the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) received for the first round of broadband stimulus applications. A large number of applicants were states, which is seen as a conflict of interest because states are supposed to be helping in mapping broadband needs and evaluating stimulus applications. The largest proposals were for wireless access while about half as many were for wirelines. Applicants for middle-mile projects sought more funds than those with broadband wireless projects.

The article reports news briefs involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the U.S. The IRS will allow taxpayers to apply for a tax refund with interest on telephone long-distance service for the past three years on their 2006 tax returns. The IRS also issued an updated and expanded revision of the Employee Plans Compliance Resolution System. It also released data on partnership businesses for 2004.

Shares insights on the Federal Communications Commission rules on unsolicited faxes in the U.S. Citation of the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act and federal Paperwork Reduction Act; Questions whether the regulations will be enforced prior to the effective date of the entire set of regulations; Continuity of the established business relationship until the effectivity of amended rule; Requirements of the rules for all companies conducting telemarketing to transmit caller identification information.

The article discusses the need for a comprehensive utility communications network migration in order to mitigate the risks that U.S. utilities face from changes in communication systems. Topics covered include telephone companies' phasing out of traditional landline telecommunications services used by utilities, the elimination of data circuits used by utilities to provide operational data and control, and the cost and risk exposure of reacting to a 120-day deadline to discontinue a service.

The article reports that the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled not to delay the entry of the seven Regional Bell Operating Cos. (RBOCs) into the electronic information-providing arena. The judgment comes after an October 7, 1991 ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals of the District of Columbia to lift Judge Harold Greene's stay of his own reversal of the original ruling prohibiting RBOCs from becoming information providers. A group of 23 information providers and consumer advocacy groups appealed the lifting of the slay, and it is this appeal which the Supreme Court refused. This ruling does not affect appeals to the July 25, 1991 reversal. Judge Greene was forced to rescind his original decree because of an April 1990 Appeals Court ruling which stated RBOCs could not be barred on the basis of anti-trust. Despite unsettled congressional and legal issues, regional phone companies are forging ahead. Already, Bell Atlantic is making plans as a result of the October 30, 1991 decision. The company plans to introduce Bell Atlantic Electronic Mail, which will offer customers the ability to send electronic messages over a range of terminals, including fax machines.

The author expresses concern over the failure of the U.S. government to advance information handling technologies to help solve global economic and social problems. He emphasizes its failure to sponsor and market a major information/communications/electronic world class event. The author praises other countries for their effort to expand their information technology capabilities. The French established their World Center for Computer Technology and Human Resources while the British designated 1982 as the Year of Information. He then mentions the opportunities that are being missed by the U.S. in its failure to implement information industry development program.

This article reports on the decision of Disclosure Information Group to unveil a laser system for the instant delivery of real-image reproductions of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings at the Special Libraries Association conference in June 1984. Teams of Disclosure employees demonstrated the prototype system which combines optical laser disks, CCD scanners, high resolution video terminals, laser printers with computers, and fiber optic cables. With LaserDisclosure, as the system has been tagged, exact images of the full text of SEC documents from 1967 to present will be stored and maintained on optical laser disks at Disclosure facilities in Bethesda, Maryland.

The article reports on the dismissal of a U.S. federal court on a lawsuit filed by two telecommunications companies on the aim of preventing the implementation of the net neutrality.

The author discusses his sentiments about the provision of broadband access to Americans. He says that the amount of money being talked about for broadband is between $5 billion and $50 billion. He emphasizes that the U.S. lacks sound business models and the ability to those who build the networks to see a return on their investment. He stresses that he is in favor for an investment from the government to help build broadband networks for shared commercial/public safety use.

The article reports on the evolutionary progression of the 100 Gigabit Ethernet in the communications industry in the U.S. It states that it was the technological expertise that there is a 40 Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) step in between 10 GigE and 100 GigE. Accordingly, some service providers like Comcast Corp. and AT&T are already preparing to go to 40 GigE and obtaining new speed and distance records with 100 GigE test equipment.

The article reports on the significance of Carrier Ethernet services providers for cable operators in the U.S. It states that Carrier Ethernet still needs work when it comes to standardization, however, it is more than stable enough for service providers to implement it and offer from a technological perspective.