Cox Communications Joins Virtualization Revolution

Cable TV provider Cox Communications uses Citrix virtualization software to make business applications accessible to remote workers, according to PC World.

Cox is committed to protecting your privacy by using DCT64xx series with Passport Echo software currently. By that, Cox is referring to XBRL, the Internet-language method of tagging financial data that they believe greatly improve transparency. Cox Cable is now charging close to $30 for digital basic service.

At the Citrix iForum, Citrix Systems announced Cox Communications, the third-largest cable communications provider in the United States will be using their virtualization platform. Citrix Systems bestowed Cox with its '07 Innovation Award. VMware better watch out Citrix is bringing competition in the virtualization market. They can work stand alone, or use district Citrix servers. Linux can run fast with Citrix on hardware that even XP would crawl on, cutting operating expenses of IT departments.

Now telecommuting is easier than ever with Comcast Teleworker. Tapping the power of this teleworker force has proven elusive, but more and more employees are willing to relocate if possible or work as a telecommuter/teleworker.

Cox is also benefiting from increased control of the procurement function with the Citrix partnership. I've heard that Cox is initiating a DVR service but, apparently, it is not yet available in my area.