Wide area networking (WAN) is a way to combine many local networks into one logical structure. Users working in two different locations can exchange information quickly, they can also use the resources of other local networks. Even for medium-sized organizations operating in a geographically distributed environment, using WAN techniques brings tangible economic impact. For systems using protocols that can be effectively transmitted through the WAN connections (eg TCP/IP), it usually means reducing the amount of system servers – and therefore the cost of hardware, software licenses, administration, logistics.
Instead of sending a fax, you can send an e-mail message. It will reach the recipient faster, the recipient will be able to edit it, change, forward to other interested persons. Large and often underestimated component of the costs is archiving the documents. Storage of documents in electronic format means lower costs, the ability to copy them without quality loss, greater security and easiness to browse through resources.
WAN techniques also enable remote users – working from home or travelling – to work with the company’s systems as if they were in their office. It is also possible to integrate voice and data transmission via the same connection, which can result in significant savings in telecommunications charges. Investments in IT, wisely made, bring tangible benefits to the company and give it major business advantage.
Thanks to VPN (Virtual Private Networks) technology one can build cost-optimized WANs – paying little for links to small locations and using high-speed data connections only where necessary.
Our specialists have designed, built and maintained WANs, linking hundreds of locations with connections of Frame Relay, ADSL, ISDN, X.25, switched and satellite type in Poland and beyond its borders. These networks have transmitted information in TCP/IP, IPX/SPX and SNA protocols. We have secured systems against unauthorized access. We have used the equipment by many leading harware manufacturers including Cisco Systems, IBM, Intel, Allied Telesyn, RAD Data Communications, Bay Networks, Silicon Graphics Inc..
We offer you the review and design or re-design of your network, its construction, provision of the necessary equipment and maintenance of the network. Efficiently, professionally and at a reasonable price.
