Linux Messaging for Large Scale Enterprise and Service Provider Environments

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1 Linux Messaging for Large Scale Enterprise and Service Provider Environments Hosted by: Sara Radicati CEO, Radicati Group Inc. Presented by: Mihai ANGHEL VP Sales, Axigen Gecad Technologies Invited speaker: Shari McMillan-Strack VP Product Development, Schoolcenter

2 15 years of Multi-Platform expertise GECAD - a leading provider of security technology GECAD developed advanced Security Technologies with native Multi-Platform design - specially focused on Linux / UNICES systems: PowerPC IBM s390 In 2003 Microsoft to Acquire Antivirus Technology From GeCAD Software Gates noted that when the acquisition is closed, Microsoft intends to ship a Microsoft engine, based on the GeCAD technology acquired in Source: Today Gecad s security technology is part of:

3 Gecad Technologies now provides: Gecad Technologies is part of a well established group of companies (Gecad Group) of 150 IT experts based in Bucharest, Romania, developing software solutions for the international market since A dedicated team with over 15 years of experience in Linux messaging, security and support services shifted focus towards developing innovative messaging solutions under the brand AXIGEN. Over 200 partners from 80 countries: Value Added Resellers, Service Providers, System Integrators, Appliance producers, Hardware Vendors Over licensed mailboxes North America 29% APAC 12% EMEA 51% ROW 8% Technology Partnerships

4 Linux common misbeliefs Linux is usually matched with Free Open Source components This is believed to create a series of PROBLEMS: Consultants dependant Incomplete Time-consuming Poor in scalability Unreliable and limited in features Real TCO does not look good

5 A Linux-centric industry has been formed Linux is in the third phase of an evolution toward becoming a recognized data center operating system environment and the third phase is in secure, reliable, mission-critical applications and databases. Gartner Linux = Security, Stability, Scalability, Lower TCO Linux Initiative is sustained by leading IT&C players Commercially served by energetic brands: Most small and mid-tier service providers, as well as large regional Telcos and ISPs, are increasingly opting for commercial-grade messaging platforms, in order to reduce operating costs and remain competitive by satisfying customer demand for newer features. Radicati 2008 Large & fastest growing installed base (~15% CAGR) Compliant with the future SaaS and Virtual Collocation models By 2012, 20% of enterprise market seats will be delivered via SaaS and similar models. Gartner

6 Linux in messaging today Many Large-Scale Messaging Software Producers support Linux (source: Radicati) Axigen large scale customers using Linux servers: approx. 80% Virtualization comes mainly as a Linux-based requirement. More and more customers requires Groupware support for hybrid Windows/Linux users or MAPI + ical client environments. MS Outlook Moz Lightning Sunbird Korganizer Evolution Apple ical Lotus Notes, etc

7 Axigen Carrier Class Technology 1. Axigen = multi-platform architecture 2. Axigen = unique technology, unified design, one development team. OVER 700 MESSAGES PER SECOND ensured by SmartProcessing system. Independent tests* show Axigen s speed is up to ten times higher in comparison with Open Source messaging solutions. HIGH SECURITY DEGREE AVAILABLE TODAY through 15 layered security protections and integration with 16 antivirus / antispam applications. COLLABORATION AND MOBILITY PLATFORM Axigen enables not only Enterprises but also large Service Providers to offer access to efficient services: Groupware/Calendaring, mobile in SaaS business model, without the hassle of barebone Open Source components compilations.

8 Smart administration on Linux Simple & straightforward: GUI handles 90% of the server operations Complex automation operations, through professional CLI Hierarchical resource allocation: multitenant architecture

9 Linux High Availability / Clustering We selected AXIGEN and purchased it on an unlimited license basis. AXIGEN is very stable and fast. Moreover, its licensing options perfectly meet our requirements and as provider of free services with web-based access for more than 4 million users Hussam Khoury, co-founder and president of Maktoob.com

10 Business class communication Professional Outlook MAPI Connector with: Groupware & Collaboration Multiple caching levels Offline working mode Instant message search, through thousands of s Server-side sharing configuration directly from Outlook Server-side rules configuration directly from Outlook Enhanced internationalization support (Unicode format) and more

11 A New Way - AXIGEN AJAX Webmail ADVANCED NAVIGATION Keyboard navigation Drag and drop Keyboard shortcuts Dynamic loading / caching PERSONALIZED INTERFACE EASY ACCESS & BETTER AJAX Refreshless My summary Advanced tags Instant search Frequent folders Attachment management EXTERNAL APPLICATION INTEGRATION Web Services (SOAP) Gradually introduced in: Q2 Q3 2009

12 & PIM on the mobile - AXIGEN V7 1. Mobile WebMail B2C Interface The new mobile WebMail interface of AXIGEN Mail Server enables users to access their WebMail account from mobile phones with Internet access to check their s, compose messages, download attachments and much more. Works with most popular xhtml browsers on any mobile device capable of xhtml traffic. 2. Business push through Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync No matter where business happen, you can increase productivity by keeping in touch with co-workers, customers and partners or staying abreast of the latest changes and trends in their line of work. Features: Push- Contacts synchronization Calendar/Tasks synchronization Public Address Book Search Out-of-office configuration Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync device support for: Nokia Symbian (E Series, N Series) iphone and Sony Ericsson Smartphone Windows Mobile (Palm, PocketPC, HTC, etc) 3. POP3/IMAP Idle and SMTP Basic Access Works with any built-in client on any mobile device capable of SMTP/POP/IMAP traffic. Provides push only on IMAP Idle compliant terminals.

13 AXIGEN for Hosting Providers BRING BACK ONLINE YOUR PORTAL CONSUMERS WITH: Desktop-like Webmail experience Mobile Webmail rich interface Push premium service Share, connect, interact features Online Ads gets higher impact Axigen performance keeps everybody online with minimal HW sizing. OFFER BUSINESS CLASS TO SMBS: Shared calendar and contacts Push & PIM Synchronization Public folders with access rights Secure remote access 99.9% uptime SMBs cannot afford to deploy and maintain their own solution.

14 TCO that you can touch Perpetual License: with lifetime usage period Permissive Licensing: by mailboxes, for as many servers as needed OS independent licensing: freely switch to any OS platform, at any time Hardware optimization: > 30k users / cluster node (using mid-end servers) Low operating costs: 25% yearly maintenance with 24x7 support Migration Discount: - 25% for Large Scale setups Pay as You Grow yearly licensing plans Pay for what you use flexible licensing per functionality

15 Solutions for every industry SMBs & Enterprises EDU, GOV, Health Service Providers