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https://msft.it/6043s39OH This story highlights how the Greater Austin YMCA uses our Microsoft technology to modernize operations and launch the Tomorrow Academy—an early learning center serving children from six weeks to five years old. By adopting Microsoft 365 and Teams, the nonprofit streamlined collaboration and scaled its services to meet urgent community needs. It’s a compelling example of how digital transformation powered by Microsoft can drive real-world impact in underserved communities. #MSFTadvocate #TechForGood #MicrosoftElevate

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“We realized that internet architecture is not where it needs to be for an AI economy.” Lumen CTO Dave Ward couldn’t have said it better. Service providers need to rethink how they architect their networks for transporting huge AI workloads. With an AI-ready architecture, they can monetize AI networking while reducing costs, power consumption, and latency. https://lnkd.in/ggCnUtKX

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What You’ll Learn: - Arista’s approach to campus networking - Detailed overview of EOS, MLAG, and CloudVision - Hands-on labs: Setup, monitoring, WiFi, and upgrades

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For the engineers who refuse to walk away until the answer is undeniable. Another capture. Another decode. Because the entire business counts on their precision. See how real-world traffic behaves when everything is under strain and uncover issues with full confidence, not guesswork. Watch these videos as a NETSCOUT expert maps the route straight to the root cause. https://bit.ly/3Ndq10w

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise's acquisition of Juniper Networks' AI-driven enterprise business marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our partners and customers. With this acquisition now complete, we’re poised to offer GSIs & ecosystem partners unprecedented opportunities through integrated, cloud-native networking solutions designed for unmatched performance, scalability, and advanced #AI security. Excited to continue working alongside our incredible ecosystem partner community as we lead the way in #secure, AI-native connectivity for enterprises everywhere.

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2025 isn’t “Business as Usual” for Channel Leaders. It’s a Turning Point.☝️ As Cisco accelerates its customers’ move from legacy UC to Webex Calling, partners face mounting pressure - migrate fast, manage hybrid estates and protect margins. That’s where AudioCodes steps in. Through our Live Platform and role as a certified Cloud Connect provider, we help partners execute Webex Calling migrations at scale - automating provisioning, routing, and management to deliver faster, more profitable results. And it doesn’t stop at connectivity. With AI-powered services like transcription, compliance recording and Meeting Insights, partners can create long-term customer value and recurring revenue beyond voice. 👉Read UC Today's full article to dive deeper >>> https://hubs.ly/Q03Mdc6_0 #Webex #Cisco #UC #LivePlatform #AI

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Emergency Communications Solution for West Texas Private School ✅ Client Overview Our client is a private school in West Texas serving students and families who expect reliable communication, especially during emergencies. The institution prioritizes student safety and maintaining strong parent and community relationships. 🛑 The Challenge The school district has implemented a mobile app for emergency notifications, but cellular coverage within the school campuses was severely limited or completely nonexistent. This created a dangerous communication gap during critical situations when parents, staff, and emergency responders needed immediate alerts. The coverage issues the application at risk and created significant concerns for the staff and the board of directors. 🔧 Our Solution We deployed enterprise-level cellular boosters across all school campuses to eliminate dead zones and ensure consistent signal strength. The installation was strategically planned to provide comprehensive coverage throughout classrooms, administrative areas, and outdoor spaces. Our team worked closely with the school's schedule to minimize disruption while ensuring the system integrated seamlessly with their existing emergency notification infrastructure. 📈 The Outcome Reliable emergency communications: Clear, instantaneous delivery of critical alerts to all mobile devices on campus Enhanced parent confidence: Parents can now receive real-time notifications and communicate with the school during emergencies Reduced institutional risk: Board of directors gained peace of mind knowing emergency protocols can be executed effectively Improved public perception: The school demonstrated its commitment to student safety through proactive infrastructure investment Enhanced daily operations: Improved cellular coverage benefits routine communications beyond emergency situations 🧠 Why It Matters When it comes to student safety, there's no room for communication failures. This solution didn't just fix a technical problem—it reinforced the school's reputation as an institution that takes proactive steps to protect its students and support its families. In an environment where parents entrust their most precious assets to the school's care, reliable emergency communication isn't just nice to have—it's essential for maintaining trust and ensuring everyone can respond quickly when it matters most.

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#Brightspeed continues to bring connectivity and connection to Central Texas! More than 58,800 homes and businesses in Bell and Coryell Counties now have access to Brightspeed's state-of-the-art, high-speed fiber network. By the end of the full fiber buildout, more than 97,500 locations across the communities of Copperas Cove, Gatesville, Killeen and Nolanville will have access, opening up new opportunities for remote workers, families, entrepreneurs and small businesses. Get the details at: https://bit.ly/4mVTHMt

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Hear how Aldine ISD leverages #ExtremePlatformONE for an #AI-powered network environment that is easier to manage, faster to support, and better aligned with the demands of modern digital learning: https://lnkd.in/g9Scs-FX Extreme Networks

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A new 70‑unit community in DFW had a simple goal: make “move‑in day” the moment residents feel truly connected. Not weeks later after juggling routers, passwords, and service calls. Sigma Networks partnered with the MDU developer to build that experience into the property itself, our first WiFi 7 managed network powering resident internet, security cameras, access control, IoT appliances, smart thermostats, and streaming for TV and audio. Residents just move in, connect, and live. The developer gets a fully managed platform that reduces support headaches and turns connectivity into a real amenity and leasing advantage. #ManagedWiFi #WiFi7 #SmartLiving #MDU #PropTech #IoT #AccessControl #Multifamily #DFW #RealEstateDevelopment #SigmaNetworks

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