John Savageau, President of Pacific-Tier Communications, has published a three-part series from Allied Fiber’s CEO, Hunter Newby. This series includes Hunter’s take on the current and future state of communications in America. The third entry in this series focuses on Net Neutrality and the confusion behind understanding the definition of this widely-used term.

In this article, Hunter explains how Net Neutrality is not about the Internet, but is in fact about physical access to the Internet.  Hunter believes its essential to keep access neutral and explains the role Allied Fiber plays in creating neutral connectivity through its long-haul and short-haul fiber system.

For the complete article and three-part series, click here. For more information on Allied Fiber’s system model, visit www.alliedfiber.com.

Metro Network Services (Metro|NS), announces today the launch of its optical networking systems integrator solutions. Metro|NS offers full, turn-key solutions for both enterprise and telecommunications companies looking to build optical networks. With the ability to build design and manage optical networks, Metro|NS executives have extensive, optical layer knowledge as well as proven proficiency as a construction firm.

As a leader in building and maintaining state-of-the-art optical networks, Metro|NS has experience in engineering and installing high-speed networks for trading applications, broadcast systems and storage networks.  Metro|NS is further emphasizing its commitment as an industry resource through its new blog by company CTO, Doug Haluza. The blog features insight into the areas of data center networking and connectivity, optical networks and Ethernet switching and routing.

For more information on Metro|NS, visit www.metroNS.com. For the complete press release, read below.

Metro Network Services Launches Turn-Key Optical Networking Systems Integrator Solutions

Providing Fully Integrated Optical Network Planning, Design and Construction for the Enterprise, Financial, Wireless and Carrier Markets

• Metro|NS is a leading optical networking systems integrator
• The company offers turn-key solutions for enterprise and telecom companies looking to build   optical networks
• Provides new industry resource through company blog

New York, NY – June 29, 2011 – Metro Network Services (Metro|NS), a leading optical network planning, design, construction and maintenance firm, announces today the launch of its optical networking systems integrator solutions. With the ability to build, design and manage optical networks, Metro|NS offers full, turn-key solutions for both enterprise and telecommunications companies looking to build optical networks. Led by the former management team of Lexent Metro Connect, Metro|NS executives have extensive, optical layer knowledge as well as proven proficiency as a construction firm.

As a leader in building and maintaining state-of-the-art optical networks, Metro|NS has experience in engineering and installing high-speed networks for trading applications, broadcast systems and storage networks. With a robust network solutions portfolio including, Assessment and Advisory, Metro Network Planning and Design, Network Construction, Optical Transport System Integration, Network Test and Documentation and Operations and Maintenance, Metro|NS offers services for any stage of network development.

“Metro Network Services’ experience in all aspects of network planning, design and construction make it a full-service integrator for the industry,” states Ray La Chance, President and Chief Executive Officer for Metro Network Services. “As organizations continue to grow and internal IT departments realize the value customized networks can provide, Metro|NS is a partner companies can rely on. Our team offers the support and possesses the expertise required to deploy and manage optical networks that meet organizations’ unique needs through strategic planning.”

Metro|NS is further emphasizing its commitment as an industry resource through its new blog by company CTO, Doug Haluza. Seen as a resource center for open communication in the industry, the blog features insight into the areas of data center networking and connectivity, optical networks and Ethernet switching and routing. With industry insight and expertise, like those illustrated in the blog, Metro|NS looks to provide organizations the necessary support and know-how to deliver efficient network solutions.

For more information on Metro|NS, please contact info@MetroNS.com or visit www.MetroNS.com

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About Metro Network Services:
Metro Network Services, LLC is a leading optical network planning, design, construction, and maintenance integrator with a mission to provide its clients with cutting-edge technologies and best-of-breed resources to help them make strategic decisions in the planning and management of their telecommunications networks. Founded by the original owners of Lexent Metro Connect, LLC, a leading provider of carrier-neutral fiber optic infrastructure in the New York metro area, Metro|NS has the proven experience to plan and build a state-of-the-art network.

For Metro Network Services media inquiries, please contact:
Jaymie Scotto & Associates
+1.866.695.3629
pr@jaymiescotto.com

Allied Fiber and DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc. (DFT) announce they have signed an agreement to connect Allied’s long-haul dark fiber system into DFT’s Piscataway, NJ data center, NJ1. With this build, Allied Fiber’s system will be able to leverage DFT’s 3-Lateral Underground Duct Bank in Piscataway, offering a secure, reliable and diverse fiber entrance into NJ1.

DFT’s 3-Lateral Underground Duct Bank supplies providers like Allied Fiber with fast, secure and diverse physical access to NJ1. Allied Fiber’s network will provide a unique dark fiber route from New Jersey directly to Chicago, bypassing the island of Manhattan. DuPont Fabros is a leading owner, developer, operator and manager of wholesale data centers.

For more information on Allied Fiber, visit www.alliedfiber.com. For the complete press release, read below.

Allied Fiber Announces a Planned Dark Fiber Network to DuPont Fabros’ Piscataway, New Jersey Data Center

New York, NY– June 29, 2011 — Allied Fiber, the owner, builder and operator of a network-neutral, dark fiber cable system and DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc. (NYSE: DFT), the owner, developer and operator of highly specialized, secure, network-neutral wholesale data centers, today announce they have signed an agreement to connect Allied’s long-haul dark fiber system to DFT’s Piscataway NJ data center, commonly known as NJ1. This connection should be operational in the fourth quarter of 2011.

With this build, Allied Fiber’s system will be able to leverage DFT’s 3-Lateral Underground Duct Bank in Piscataway, offering a secure, reliable and diverse fiber entrance into NJ1. DFT’s 3-Lateral Underground Duct Bank supplies providers like Allied Fiber with fast, secure and diverse physical access to NJ1. Additionally, Allied Fiber’s network will provide a unique dark fiber route from New Jersey directly to Chicago, bypassing the island of Manhattan.

“Allied Fiber’s carrier neutrality compliments our network neutral approach to business,” states Hossein Fateh, President and CEO of DuPont Fabros Technology, Inc. “This build-out will allow DFT customers, as well as metro and regional providers, to take advantage of Allied Fiber’s dark fiber system.”

Allied Fiber is employing the most advanced fiber optic cables in its multi-duct dark fiber system to meet the ever-increasing bandwidth demands for wireless, Video over IP and other advanced technologies. This additional access to necessary infrastructure enables the development of the Global Broadband Economy for the United States. This necessary dark fiber system, which will unite communities along its route across the continental US, is being created to address America’s need for more broadband access, wireless backhaul, data center distribution and lower latency communications services.

“Allied Fiber looks forward to the opportunity to extend its long-haul, dark fiber system to DFT’s multi-tenant facility,” states Hunter Newby, CEO of Allied Fiber. “DFT’s NJ1 facility, which has attracted tenants from the financial and Internet industry, provides its tenants with access to a suite of carrier-provided services, including both transit and transport, from regional and national carriers. DFT’s business model is complementary to Allied Fiber’s plan and this build will offer customers the ability to access much needed broadband infrastructure within a highly reliable, carrier-neutral environment.”

In addition to this agreement, DFT has also become a member of Allied Fiber’s Dark Fiber Community, an online resource with over 100 members created in response to the rising demands for dark fiber products and services.  For more information on the Dark Fiber Community or Allied Fiber, please visit www.alliedfiber.com.

About Allied Fiber
Allied Fiber owns, builds and will operate its own network-neutral, fiber optic cable system, connecting sub-sea landing points, cell towers, data centers, carrier hotels, colocation huts, enterprise buildings, schools and governments with next generation, long-haul and short-haul dark fiber. This necessary dark fiber network, planned to unite along its route the continental United States, is created to address America’s need for more broadband access, wireless backhaul, data center distribution and lower latency communications services. Allied Fiber is employing the most advanced fiber optic cables in its multi- duct dark fiber system to meet the ever increasing bandwidth demands for wireless, Video over IP and other advanced technologies thus enabling the development of the Global Broadband Economy for the United States. For more information, please visit www.alliedfiber.com.

For Allied Fiber media inquiries, please contact:
Jaymie Scotto & Associates
+1.866.695.3629
pr@jaymiescotto.com

Is your company prepared for Hurricane Season? This time of year Gulf coast companies are preparing their infrastructures, networks, and employees to be ready in the midst of a natural disaster. Companies such as Delta Rigging and Tools (DR&T) look to Data Foundry to help augment business continuity plans and beef up disaster recovery efforts. DR&T chose Data Foundry for its main hub to support its entire corporate network, utilizing colocation space, along with primary and back-up Internet connections. Data Foundry operates 2 premium data centers in the Austin area - located away from the high risk Gulf Coast hurricane zone with easy access on major highways.  So you can not only protect your critical operations, but also get to it quickly and easily if disaster strikes.

By utilizing Data Foundry’s premium data center, colocation and worksite recovery services, enterprises, oil and gas, financial firms and service providers can ensure their critical IT operations remain up and running not matter what may be brewing in the Gulf this season.  Find out more below or visit www.datafoundry.com

DELTA RIGGING AND TOOLS INC. OUTSOURCES ITS CORPORATE

DATA CENTER TO DATA FOUNDRY

Austin, TX – June 22, 2011 – Data Foundry, a leading provider of data center outsourcing and colocation services, announces today that Delta Rigging and Tools, Inc. (DR&T), the largest U.S. provider of industrial lifting products and services, has chosen to outsource its corporate data center to Data Foundry. Delta Rigging and Tools relies on Data Foundry’s secure, carrier-neutral facility to effectively and reliably manage its primary corporate servers.

DR&T offers a complete portfolio of lifting solutions across a wide range of industries including Oil & Gas and Transportation. With their corporate office based in the Houston area, DR&T requires a secure colocation facility located away from the high risk Gulf Coast hurricane zone. Data Foundry’s Austin Data Center is DR&T’s main hub for its entire corporate network, utilizing colocation space, along with primary and back-up Internet connections. Data Foundry’s data centers located in Austin, Texas provide a stable environment due to the region’s low incidence of natural disasters.

“Data Foundry’s strategic location away from the Gulf Coast hurricane zone and its strong reputation in the industry were the deciding factors in our selection,” states Adam Orgeron, IT Manager of Delta Rigging. “The Data Foundry team took the time to listen and provide us with the best, most cost-effective solutions, rather than just trying to make a quick sale. I was confident that we were receiving a true consultation and the level of professionalism was beyond our expectations.”

“Delta Rigging joins a growing trend of Houston-based companies moving their primary production servers to Austin,” states Shane Menking, President and CFO of Data Foundry. “Our Austin facilities provide an ideal location for companies trying to protect their mission-critical operations from a natural disaster.”

Data Foundry has been operating data centers for over 16 years and its Austin facilities include ADC, in operation since 2003, and Texas 1, Data Foundry’s newest data center. Texas 1 offers 12 megawatts of power independently fed from two power substations and a chilled water cooling system that supports any power density.

For more information, please visit www.datafoundry.com, or email sales@datafoundry.com.

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About Data Foundry
Data Foundry provides comprehensive wholesale and retail data center outsourcing, colocation, and disaster recovery services.  The company provides its customers with secure premium facilities for servers and equipment, emergency workspace and carrier-neutral network accessibility, supported by experienced onsite technicians and customer support 24/7/365.  The company supports more than 1,000 enterprise customers across a variety of industries including energy, healthcare and financial services. Founded in 1994, Data Foundry was the first Internet Service Provider in San Antonio and one of the first 50 Internet Service Providers in the United States. Today, Data Foundry operates data centers in Austin and Houston and owns private networks in Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Dallas. For more information, visit www.datafoundry.com or call 1.888.839.2794.

About Delta Rigging & Tools

Delta Rigging & Tools, Inc. (DR&T) is the largest US provider of lifting products and services. DR&T offers a complete portfolio of lifting solutions, including hoists, winches, wire rope, wire and synthetic slings, accessory parts, and hardware as well as testing, inspection, and field services. DR&T serves both domestic and international customers through 14 sales and service facilities and 2 primary distribution centers located around the country. The company provides complete lifting and rigging solutions and support for a diverse range of markets, including Oil & Gas production and distribution, Energy and Power-Generation, Mining, Transportation, Heavy Manufacturing and Construction. For more information please visit: www.deltarigging.com or call 1.877.408.8008.

For Data Foundry media inquiries, please contact pr@datafoundry.com or call 888.839.2794.

Data Foundry is a trademark of Data Foundry, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

For Delta Rigging & Tools media inquiries, please contact Eric Johnson, VP Marketing, at ejohnson@deltarigging.com

Hunter Newby, Allied Fiber’s CEO is participating in the upcoming Law Seminars International telebriefing on Negotiating Fiber Optic Contracts. This telebriefing takes place Monday, June 27 at 3pm EST and features speakers from the legal and regulatory departments of leading firms in the industry. Hunter previously participated in a Law Seminars International telebriefing on Data Center contracts and this session promises to be equally as engaging. To register for the telebriefing, click here.

In case you missed Hunter last week at the ISOC INET New York conference, the video of his panel session is now available. Hunter’s panel on pushing technology boundaries featured top executives from Verizon, Skype and Gartner Research. To view the complete video, click here. For more information on Allied Fiber and to find out what other industry events Allied Fiber executives will be attending, visit www.alliedfiber.com.

Hunter Newby, Allied Fiber’s CEO, recently participated in a telebriefing titled “Negotiating Data Center Contracts.” This telebriefing was organized by Law Seminars International and featured experts from the telecom networking and legal industries. The discussion gave an overview of how to negotiate a data center deal and examined the threat facing telecom tenants. The discussion included practical steps that telecom tenants might consider taking both before and after getting into a deal for a data center. The briefing also focused on the increasing interest in fiber providers and data center builders due to growing content demands, which require delivery and storage solutions.

To receive a recording or a download of this Telebriefing, please call LSI’s Registrar at (800) 854-8009 or email registrar@lawseminars.com.

TELEHOUSE America (www.telehouse.com), the United States’ leading provider of dedicated data centers, international Internet exchanges, and managed IT services, announces its participation at Data Center World, one of the largest educational conferences for data center professionals, taking place March 27-31, 2011 at the Mirage Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Data Center World is presented by AFCOM, the premier data center association representing 4,500 of the largest data centers around the world. The five-day conference focuses on management, business and technology for the data center. Attendees include data center managers, MIS directors, CIOs and other IS professionals.

“We are excited to once again exhibit at Data Center World, as it’s a leading event for datacenter professionals to learn more about the newest innovations and developments in datacenter technology,” states Fred Cannone, Director of Sales and Marketing at TELEHOUSE America. “Our participation furthers our goals of providing our customers with the most up-to-date products and solutions coupled with unmatched service delivery and support.”

TELEHOUSE will be located at booth #1227. To schedule a meeting with a TELEHOUSE representative during the event, please register HERE.  Please contact sales@TELEHOUSE.com or call 718-355-2559 for more information.

Data Foundry announced today the next generation data center Texas 1, will be the first data center in Central Texas to support High Performance Computing requirements. Texas 1 data center has the design, staff and facility infrastructure to meet the complex needs of HPC customers.

Texas 1 data center facility is opening in June 2011 and is an ideal site for HPC configurations as it is a part of a 40-acre, 100 megawatt data center development.

Click here for the full release and to find out more information about Data Foundry or the Texas 1 data center, please visit www.datafoundry.com or email sales@datafoundry.com. Follow Data Foundry on Twitter- @DataFoundry.

TELEHOUSE America is celebrating the grand opening of its newest, state-of-the-art data center, TELEHOUSE New York Chelsea, located at 85 10^th Avenue.

In honor of the new facility, TELEHOUSE will hold a grand opening event on Thursday, February 3. The event will include an official ribbon cutting ceremony and personal tours of the data center highlighting the significance of this momentous occasion.

TELEHOUSE New York Chelsea is designed to fully meet the City’s demand for a high-end, carrier neutral, customized data center. Located in the heart of Chelsea, this new facility offers proximity to the midtown Manhattan business district while avoiding major tourist locations, such as Times Square and The Empire State Building; as well as areas of compromised security due to increased foot traffic.

If you are interested in attending the grand opening of TELEHOUSE New York Chelsea, please email amy.wetton@telehouse.com. To learn more about TELEHOUSE America, visit www.TELEHOUSE.com.

TELEHOUSE America announces today the acquisition and opening of 60,000 square feet of data center space at 85 10^th Avenue in New York City, aptly named TELEHOUSE New York “Chelsea.” This carrier neutral facility is scheduled to open on January 24, 2011, and will expand TELEHOUSE’s presence in the New York market, and as a subsidiary of KDDI Corporation, brings the company’s total global data center footprint to 39 facilities across 10 countries and territories.  

The acquisition of the “Chelsea” facility at 85 10^th Avenue is in direct response to the growing demand for diverse carrier neutral, colocation space in Manhattan. This new, secure, state-of-the-art data center facility, located in the trendy Chelsea-Meat Packing District, is designed to exceed the demands of all company sizes, while providing proximity convenience to local businesses and access to New York City’s dense telecommunication network. The facility can accommodate up to 600 cabinets and has a 4.15 mVA power capacity. 

In keeping with TELEHOUSE standards, the infrastructure provides a best-in-class power supply and distribution system along with redundant cooling. All subsystems are at a minimum N+1 configuration including diesel generators, Uninterruptible Power Supply systems, power distribution, chilled water supply, air conditioning, coupled with a state-of-the-art Building Management System designed to monitor all power and HVAC systems. In addition, customers continue to enjoy 24/7 access to their equipment and space along with first level support (remote hands) service through our Customer Assistance Center (CAC).

Notable features of TELEHOUSE New York Chelsea include:

As with TELEHOUSE’s other two “carrier hotel” facilities in the New York market, located at 25 Broadway in Manhattan and 7 Teleport Drive on Staten Island, the new 85 10^th Avenue data center offers access to the 135+ members of TELEHOUSE’s leading New York Internet Peering Exchange (NYIIX). This combination of three state-of-the-art carrier neutral data centers, all within the New York market, increases customers’ connectivity options in reaching all parts of the globe.   

“With this newest facility, TELEHOUSE continues global expansion while meeting the increasing New York demand for secure, well connected and cost effective colocation facilities with a choice of IT support services,” states Noriyuki Kita, Executive Vice President of TELEHOUSE America. 

TELEHOUSE’s New York Chelsea data center is the latest addition for TELEHOUSE America, which also operates a facility in Los Angeles, CA.

For additional information about this facility or any other TELEHOUSE data center globally, visit www.telehouse.com, email sales@telehouse.com or call 718-355-2559. 

About TELEHOUSE

A stable and trusted pioneer of carrier-neutral data center services, TELEHOUSE provides secure, power-protected environments, where clients house and operate their telecommunications and network resources. Among the many benefits of colocating with TELEHOUSE is the ability to connect to state-of-the-art peering exchanges in New York (NYIIX) and Los Angeles (LAIIX). Through Manage-E (http://www.Manage-E.com), TELEHOUSE provides a comprehensive suite of solutions – from help desk and hardware support to managed IT infrastructure, security and compliance services – all delivered by expert consulting and operations teams on a global scale and from one point-of-contact.  Additionally, the global availability of 38 TELEHOUSE-branded data centers in 20 cities throughout Asia, Africa, North America and Europe, delivers continuous, cost-effective operation of network-dependent, IT infrastructure to businesses around the world. Please visit http://www.Telehouse.com, or contact them at sales@Telehouse.com.