Cloud Computing is online-based computing in which shared resources (such as network printers), software, and information are provided to computers and other devices on demand. Companies essentially pay for one license for each user and receive a host of applications as opposed to paying for them individually and installing them on their machines. read more: http://www.safaricom.co.ke/index.php?id=413
Safaricom launches data storage services
Safaricom has entered the data storage business as it seeks to diversify its product portfolio from the voice market that has witnessed decline in revenues following a price war in the telecoms industry started last year. The firm on Tuesday launched the business line branded as SafaricomCloud targeting provision off data storage and backup services to companies and small businesses.
Fast gaining currency, cloud computing involves storage of data in a similar way to how e-mail and social network data are stored only that in cloud computing this is in large scale. Safaricom’s chief executive officer Mr Bob Collymore said the firm has invested an initial Sh2 billion in putting up the necessary infrastructure, while a further Sh1.5 billion will be deployed in the venture within the next two years. read on: http://www.nation.co.ke/business/news/Safaricom+launches+data+storage+services+/-/1006/1262934/-/10wc8rk/-/index.html
Safaricom rolls out 'cloud' computing services
In a move to control the data market in Kenya, communications firm Safaricom has unveiled the first public cloud computing solution in the region. Cloud computing simply entails sharing software and date over the Internet. Unveiling the solution dubbed SafaricomCloud on Wednesday evening, Chief Executive Officer Bob Collymore said the solution is aimed at freeing organisations from the need for large capital expenditure needed to set up IT departments. read on: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/InsidePage.php?id=2000045698&cid=14&story=Safaricom rolls out
Safaricom Bets Ksh 2 Billion on its New Cloud Services
Safaricom finally unveiled what it claims to be the largest indigenous public Cloud solution in East and Central Africa region. To set the solution off, Safaricom say it has invested an initial Sh2 billion in putting up the necessary infrastructure, while it expects to pump another Sh1.5 billion in the venture within the next two years. Safaricom has launched the Cloud computing product called SafaricomCLOUD through a partnership between Safaricom, Seven Seas, EMC2 and Cisco. read on: http://www.techmtaa.com/2011/10/27/safaricom-bets-ksh-2-billion-on-its-new-cloud-services
Safaricom rolls out 'cloud' computing services
In a move to control the data market in Kenya, communications firm Safaricom has unveiled the first public cloud computing solution in the region. Cloud computing simply entails sharing software and date over the Internet. Unveiling the solution dubbed SafaricomCloud on Wednesday evening, Chief Executive Officer Bob Collymore said the solution is aimed at freeing organisations from the need for large capital expenditure needed to set up IT departments. read on: http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/InsidePage.php?id=2000045698&cid=14&story=Safaricom rolls out
Safaricom Bets Ksh 2 Billion on its New Cloud Services
Safaricom finally unveiled what it claims to be the largest indigenous public Cloud solution in East and Central Africa region. To set the solution off, Safaricom say it has invested an initial Sh2 billion in putting up the necessary infrastructure, while it expects to pump another Sh1.5 billion in the venture within the next two years. Safaricom has launched the Cloud computing product called SafaricomCLOUD through a partnership between Safaricom, Seven Seas, EMC2 and Cisco. read on: http://www.techmtaa.com/2011/10/27/safaricom-bets-ksh-2-billion-on-its-new-cloud-services
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