Sponsors
AirSpeed Telecom operates a nationwide carrier class licensed wireless network providing telecommunications products and services to large enterprises, public sector bodies and SME customers in Ireland. AirSpeed Telecom's technology expertise and national coverage combine to offer businesses around Ireland a compelling service for high speed data and voice communications.
AirSpeed Telecom offers uncontended, symmetrical high bandwidth (up to 800Mpbs) products and services eg internet, leased line, WAN/LAN, voice, network design, with proactive network management from the NMC in Citywest 24x7x365. Distinct advantages offered to customers without fibre or needing proven resilience for business continuity purposes. See www.airspeed.ie / 1890-799-899.
BT is provider of communications solutions and services operating in 173 countries. Its principal activities include the provision of networked IT services globally; local, national and international telecommunications services to our customers for use at home, at work and on the move; broadband and internet products and services and converged fixed/mobile products and services.
eircom is Ireland's leading aggregator of innovative, customised ICT solutions that address the strategic and operational challenges faced by our customers, including those in the education sector. We have worked closely with HEAnet and many other third level schools and colleges to provide secure nationwide voice and data services, designed to take 21st century learning beyond the four walls of the classroom and support innovative education programmes for a growing student population. Our IT professionals will be on hand to explore and demonstrate the power of secure unified communications including online collaboration, presence and advances in managed security services.
e|net manages, maintains and operates the fibre Metropolitan Area Network programme on behalf of the State. This network enables 93 towns across the country with an advanced technology platform capable of delivering cutting-edge communications and information services. e|net is uniquely positioned, as the only operator neutral, wholesale provider within Ireland.
Imagine Communications Group is a pan-European communications provider. In Ireland Imagine provides provides fixed voice, broadband, IP and ISP services and is the No. 2 business telecoms company in providing services to 17,000 businesses.
In October 2009 Imagine launched WiMax, a new wireless technology which provides high speed Internet and phone access at home and on the move for half the price of existing services. WiMax is a global phenomenon, backed worldwide by Intel, Google, Comcast, Motorola and other major multinationals. The new technology is being deployed in over 145 countries by major telecoms companies including Clearwire in the US. WiMax enables faster Internet speeds and better phone services at much higher efficiency and quality levels than existing DSL or mobile broadband offerings.
With about 60,000 people in more than 150 countries, Nokia Siemens Networks is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and services companies in the world. We are committed to innovation and sustainability and offer a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technologies as well as professional services including consulting and systems integration, network implementation, maintenance and care, and managed services.
O2 has signed a deal with the HEAnet to offer an exclusive broadband packing to third level students and staff of HEAnet institutions for the academic year 2009-2010. Our broadband is fast and easy to use - and with new our online coverage checker it is easy to see if you are covered. Our modem is a one of price of 19.99euro and after that you can choose how much you'd like to pay a month - depending on how long you'd like your broadband for. 9.99euro a month for a 12 month contract (10GB) or 12.99euro a month for the college year (5GB)
Telindus will highlight the newly ratified 11n wireless standard with their partner Trapeze. Hands-on demonstrations will include non-stop wireless, guest pass, and ease of management features of Trapeze. There are also two 11n wireless demonstration kits available for delegates to trial in their own environment for up to 3 months.
Location based services and additional applications will be discussed, plus Telindus' experience of working with customers like New College Durham to get the most from their wireless infrastructure. And if that's not enough, don't forget you can win a Wii on the stand also!
Ward Solutions is a leading security systems integrator offering comprehensive solutions that address the total IT requirements of our customers, allowing them to grow and achieve their business goals securely. Ward Solutions has a wide and varied experience of the Education & Research sector for over 10 years nationally and internationally. Our experience ranges from dealing with commercial education providers (on line), public education bodies/agencies, research bodies and particularly higher education institutes.
Ward has a contemporary understanding of the challenges facing HE institutions, not least of which are global competition, compliance requirements, the demand for flexible learning, increased agility, and an enhanced student experience. Some of our solutions we have provided to the sector range fromi
