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The North American Numbering Plan (NANP) uses area codes 281, 346, 713, and 832 to create an overlay complex for the Houston, Texas metropolitan area. The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has recently approved the introduction of the additional area code 621 in the near future. Its purpose is to accommodate the growing population in the greater Houston area.

One of the most important new trends in technology is 5G, which is the Fifth Generation Technology that’s impacting broadband cellular networks. Even if you are not in a business that relies on a high level of technology, 5G is likely to be a factor in the coming months and years, especially as older technologies become less accessible and available. But what is it, and what does it mean to your business?

In today’s increasingly digital-first world, emerging 5G technology and its faster speeds, lower latency, and expanded connectivity promises to become an essential component in how we live, work, and play.

“5G is set to be available in almost every part of the world in the next two years, and many people, especially IT professionals, have high expectations regarding its performance. Individuals are also eager to learn about its capabilities and how it differs from previous networks,” wrote Devin Partida in TechRepublic. “Many service providers are already rolling out 5G across countries like the U.S., U.K., and China.”

One of the great things about GoTo Connect’s all-in-one communications solution built for SMBs is that the cloud phone system with built-in meetings and messaging is constantly being updated by their product team.

GoTo, the folks behind the GoTo Connect cloud phone system and virtual meeting platform, has launched a new mobile device management solution that allows IT teams to secure, set up, and manage company-owned and BYOD devices.

The mobile device management (MDM) unveiled in June 2023 pairs with GoTo Resolve (formerly known as GoToAssist), unified remote monitoring and management (RMM), and remote access IT support software.

AI -- or artificial intelligence -- has quickly risen from a trendy buzzword relegated almost solely to the tech industry to a group of technologies that is felt in nearly every aspect of everyday life. This is true for the niche of business communications.

The analog landline phone system of any school has long been an unsung hero toiling selflessly in the background of a typical day. Parents use the phone to tell the staff if their children are ill or will be missing school for some other reason.

Information Technology (IT) plays a crucial role in driving organizational success and employee satisfaction.

The bandwidth and noise level of Ethernet cables varies significantly based on their type, with the CAT5e and CAT6 standards currently being the most common.

CAT6 cable has higher quality, but CAT5e has a lower cost. This post will compare these standards across several attributes, including bandwidth, crosstalk, length, and speed.

GoTo Connect is a virtual phone system that improves communications within your company. It allows you to create a company-wide phone directory and implement an automated attendant to direct calls and maintain communications with customers and vendors.