RCN moves to MetaSwitch, NTT America secures its cloud

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> Cable overbuilder RCN moves to MetSwitch to support enhanced VoIP services for Chicago customers. Release

> NTT America chooses Trend Micro's SecureCloud for encryption and policy management for cloud and virtual environments. Release

> The shutdown of Sezmi's video subscription service likely ends its efforts to partner with telcos. Article

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