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| Harlaxton College Selects ntl:Telewest Business ntl:Telewest Business announces that it is to boost broadband speeds over a Next Generation Network (NGN) and provide an Internet Protocol Telephony (IPT) solution for Harlaxton College, the British campus of the University of Evansville, Indiana in the United States. Its state of the art technology and teaching resources make it one of the finest international study abroad campuses in the world. Based in one of England's finest country houses, the Grade 1 listed Harlaxton Manor in Lincolnshire, the college takes in over 300 students each academic year from the United States. Additionally over 1,000 people annually attend summer schools, short courses and conferences at Harlaxton College. Harlaxton College looked to upgrade its telephony network and needed a comprehensive solution that was scalable to meet the growing number of students and visitors. Following a comprehensive tender process it selected ntl:Telewest Business for its NGN capabilities and expertise in the education sector. The college will own the IPT equipment, whilst the servicing will be managed by ntl:Telewest Business to ensure the smooth day to day running of the system and is part of a 3 to 5 year contract. In addition, ntl:Telewest Business also upgraded the college's internet connection and installed the technology to boost bandwidth speeds when needed. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Computing News :: home page |