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IBM, HP, move solidly into IPTV space


PARIS - Alcatel and Microsoft Corp. announced this week they will use server systems technology from both HP and IBM to deliver solutions for carrier-class triple play/Internet protocol television (IPTV) deployments. This announcement, combined with the existing OEM agreements between Alcatel the two server companies, solidifies IBM and HP as key members of the joint Alcatel-Microsoft IPTV ecosystem. As a result, Alcatel and Microsoft will work together with HP and IBM to deliver these advanced systems to carriers deploying triple play service offerings. In Canada, Telus and Bell Canada, as well as Aliant, are either rolling out – or will...