Google Apps Coming to DSL Extreme

Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:00am EDT
 
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LOS ANGELES, July 22 /PRNewswire/ -- DSL Extreme, a leading provider of
high-speed DSL and business-related Internet services, announced today that it
is bringing Google Apps(TM) to its customers. With Google Apps, DSL Extreme
subscribers will now have access to Google's popular email and communications
tools such as Gmail with anti-spam and anti-virus protection, Google Docs
collaboration, Google Calendar shared calendaring, Google Talk instant
messaging, and a new customizable DSL Extreme home page.
    Customers will have the added benefit of accessing their DSL Extreme
email, powered by Google, from any Internet-connected computer and most mobile
devices -- including Blackberry and Windows Mobile devices. Google Apps has
also been released for the iPhone and will be available to DSL Extreme
customers, giving them increased mobility and productivity while on the go.
    "We are excited to bring Google Apps services to our subscribers," said
George Mitsopoulos, Vice President and General Manager of DSL Extreme. "Google
Apps will deliver a better email experience due to improved webmail
functionality and features. Customers will also enjoy productivity and
collaboration tools. Documents and calendars can also be shared with
co-workers, family and friends. Google Apps makes the user experience more fun
and social."
    IKANO Communications, Inc., parent company of DSL Extreme, has partnered
with Google to offer Google Apps migration and support services to Internet
service providers seeking to upgrade and outsource mail and related
communication services. "IKANO's partnership with Google is an important
milestone in the transformation of IKANO to a full service provider of
best-of-breed hosted services for businesses and consumers," said George
Naspo, CEO of IKANO. "We handle all the infrastructure, IT management and end
user support, so our customers can focus on what they do best."
    To learn how to order Internet services from DSL Extreme, call
866-2-GET-NET, or visit http://www.dslextreme.com.
    About DSL Extreme
    DSL Extreme is the largest private DSL provider in California and offers
high-speed and traditional Internet services nationwide. Founded in 1999 and
headquartered in Los Angeles, DSL Extreme offers a suite of online services
for consumer and business customers -- including DSL and dial-up Internet
access, email, website hosting and data circuits with superior quality
connectivity.  The DSL Extreme network serves tens of thousands of clients
across the country. To learn more, visit http://www.dslextreme.com.
    About IKANO Communications, Inc.
    IKANO, founded in 1999, is a provider of IP solutions including email,
Internet access, hosting, billing and end user support. IKANO makes it easy
for customers and service providers to maintain their unique brand while
eliminating the hassle of maintaining servers, network contracts and call
centers. IKANO provides Google Apps services and support for businesses and
organizations. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company has offices
in Los Angeles, Seattle, and Toronto. IKANO is backed by Insight Venture
Partners and other investors. Companies interested in learning more about
IKANO should contact info@ikano.com, call 877.492.0121, or visit
http://www.ikano.com.
SOURCE  DSL Extreme

Douglas Pollei, VP Internet Strategy and Corporate Development of IKANO
Communications, Inc., +1-801-415-8057, dpollei@ikano.com

 

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