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Unix and Windows NT integrated for voice applications
Chicago, 21 October 97
Hewlett-Packard plans to deliver computing platforms for network-based telecommunications applications using the Microsoft Windows NT Server operating system. The platforms are to be used for the development and operation of Signaling System 7 (SS7) and voice applications on Windows NT Server. These platforms, which will also include central office configurations, are expected to be available in 1998.
By integrating Unix and Windows NT Server-based systems, HP expects to enhance telecommunications-platform scalability and flexibility. This includes the telecommunications infrastructure, the Internet and customers' on-site telecommunications equipment. Increasing competition and the need to differentiate in the telecommunications market are fueling the growth of personalized services delivered via fixed and mobile telephone networks and the Internet. HP intends to provide worldwide 24-by-seven support and a comprehensive set of services to assist in application development through network implementation.
The SS7 network is one of the components of today's telecommunications infrastructure. The network provides a number of new services, such as mobile communications, 800-number service, long-distance caller ID and credit-card/transactional services.
Sandra Wermer
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