发布日期：2008.6

摘要

The migration of small, medium, and branch offices to IP communication has created a market for devices that serve multiple functions. The availability of third-party application software, off-shore manufacturing, and system-on-chip technology has driven the convergence of the router, Ethernet switch, firewall security, VPN, and VoIP gateway market segments, forming a new product segment that In-Stat named in 2004, the multi-service business gateway (MSBG).

This report traces the development of the MSBG over the past three years. The report identifies major technology trends and equipment suppliers. The MSBG market is analyzed by examining primary applications, such as network connectivity and IP voice communication.

The findings from a primary research survey of US businesses operating SMB or branch offices are presented. The survey focuses on identifying business attitudes toward the use of MSBG devices, as well as assessing future buying behavior.

目录及图表

The migration of small, medium, and branch offices to IP communication has created a market for devices that serve multiple functions. The availability of third-party application software, off-shore manufacturing, and system-on-chip technology has driven the convergence of the router, Ethernet switch, firewall security, VPN, and VoIP gateway market segments, forming a new product segment that In-Stat named in 2004, the multi-service business gateway (MSBG).

This report traces the development of the MSBG over the past three years. The report identifies major technology trends and equipment suppliers. The MSBG market is analyzed by examining primary applications, such as network connectivity and IP voice communication.

The findings from a primary research survey of US businesses operating SMB or branch offices are presented. The survey focuses on identifying business attitudes toward the use of MSBG devices, as well as assessing future buying behavior.