Microsoft calls to partners for VoIP push

InfoWorld | at | by Mike

Microsoft on Monday made a big move into the Voice over Internet Protocol market by announcing strategic alliances with AT&T, Amdocs, and Sylantro.

The strategic alliance with AT&T connects AT&T's global IP network with Microsoft's Connected Services Framework. Using Connected Services Framework, AT&T will create new network-based IP services and applications, according to the two companies.

The two companies will also work together to develop an array of network-enabled messaging, collaboration, media, and business applications to expand AT&T's existing IP services line.