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AT&T Launches Industry-First Seamless Integration of Fiber and 5G Networks with Single-box Solution

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DALLAS, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Setting a new standard in business networking with unparalleled fiber and 5G convergence in a single device.

Key Takeaways:

Market Leadership: In an industry-first move, AT&T is leading the way in converged connectivity by offering a device with AT&T Business Fiber and 5G wireless network integration.Integrated Infrastructure: AT&T’s converged solution combines fiber and wireless capabilities, helping provide continuous, reliable connectivity. Seamless Convergence: AT&T’s integrated gateway gives customers automatic failover to AT&T’s fast wireless network in a single-box solution in the rare case of an internet or fiber outage.

What’s the news?

Beginning early next year, AT&T’s integrated gateway will be available nationwide to select new AT&T Business Fiber customers who order speeds of 1 Gbps or higher. This innovative gateway is AT&T’s first converged device for business customers. It is designed to deliver lightning-fast fiber internet and helps maintain seamless connectivity by using the wireless network.

In the rare event of a fiber outage, this gateway automatically switches to AT&T’s 5G network where available and reverts to fiber when service is restored.1 While other products on the market offer cellular failover, AT&T’s integrated gateway is unique because it’s the first to do so in a single device, underscoring AT&T’s commitment to keeping businesses continuously connected.

Market rollout has occurred in the following states: Arkansas, California, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, Oklahoma and Texas.

Why is this important?

For businesses, connectivity is paramount. Whether for a customer service call or point-of-sales transaction, reliable internet is essential to avoid issues like revenue loss, diminished productivity and customer frustration. AT&T’s integrated gateway is designed to meet these demands by offering an unparalleled convergence of wireless and fiber, helping to provide a seamless connectivity experience. When faced with an internet interruption, this gives businesses, especially those with a lean team, an easy fix to keep running.

Who can use this? 

AT&T’s integrated gateway will be available to new AT&T Business Fiber customers who order speeds of 1 Gbps or higher, where applicable. For more information, new customers can visit www.business.att.com/products/business-fiber-internet.html.

What are the key features? 

5G-Capable Internet Device: In an industry-first move, AT&T is offering the first device with AT&T Business Fiber and 5G wireless network integration. This helps prevent business disruptions and potential productivity and income loss due to unexpected internet interruptions.5G Wireless Connectivity: AT&T’s 5G wireless network, where available, offers superior speeds compared to other multi-device and multi-network 4G/LTE backup solutions.Wi-Fi 6E Technology: This gateway comes equipped with Wi-Fi 6E technology, providing faster speeds, lower latencies and more reliable connections across a broader range of compatible devices. This technology utilizes the newly opened 6GHz band, offering more coverage and bandwidth.Automatic Failover and Recovery: This gateway seamlessly switches to backup wireless connection in case of primary internet failure and reverts to fiber when service is restored. Power must be delivered to the gateway for the duration of the fiber outage in order for this feature to work.Cost Efficiency: This mobility backup is cost-effective compared to potential downtime costs and eliminates the need for additional IT support.Single-Box Solution: This gateway integrates all necessary components (fiber internet and 5G wireless capability) into a single device making deployment easy across a business.

“The introduction of our first-ever integrated device marks a transformative step in defining the future of connectivity,” said Mike Troiano, Senior Vice President, Business Products, AT&T Business. “As technology evolves and digital transformation accelerates, the need for convergence is more critical than ever. We are leading the way with the infrastructure across fiber broadband and wireless to keep our small, medium and large business customers seamlessly connected. AT&T’s integrated gateway exemplifies our commitment to innovation, enhancing our connectivity portfolio to meet their current and future business needs, empowering them to grow, scale and thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.”

“AT&T has made significant investments in both its fiber and mobile network services. Consequently, its decision to offer a device that provides automatic failover in the rare event of a fiber cut or if the network goes down is a logical step,” said Will Townsend, Principal Analyst, Moor Insights & Strategy. “Internet backup for businesses is not a new concept but automating it through hardware and software consolidation is novel. Service-oriented businesses with multiple locations are ideal candidates for this new AT&T offering because they require predictable and consistent connectivity to maximize revenue.”

1 Limited availability in select areas. Coverage not available everywhere. LTE coverage may be used depending on signal availability at your address. See att.com/wirelesscoverage. Wireless backup does not work in the event of a loss of power.

About AT&T

We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.

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MyComputerCareer Looks Back on Rewarding 2024 Fueled by Student and Grad Success; Shifting Mindset to Alternative Higher Ed Learning Pathways

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APEX, N.C., Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — There’s an important conversation happening in higher education that is shifting the way students of all ages approach how, and where, they choose to gain knowledge. Do I need a “traditional” university degree to find a career or are there viable alternatives to gain skills and knowledge? While this question and conversation will, and should, continue throughout 2025, skills-training is undoubtedly having a moment.

“The first, and most important, metric that defines success for MyComputerCareer is positive student outcomes and 2024 provided numerous opportunities to celebrate so many of those accomplishments,” said Tony Galati, Founder and CEO of MyComputerCareer.

As more employers move towards dropping degree requirements, more than 70 million skills-warriors without degrees are paying attention. MyComputerCareer, which has specialized in IT-skills training since 2007, saw the impact first-hand as eager students excelled in the classroom and grads made an impact in IT.

In 2024, MyCC celebrated 3892 graduates, including a cohort of nearly 1600 in August that was the school’s largest since November 2022. By comparison there were 2998 graduates in 2023. The school’s live-led, DoD approved Cyber Warrior Program geared to transitioning service members, contributed to this uptick as the program grew more than 200% in 2024.

“My instructor served in the military and had 20+ years of cybersecurity experience, so he wasn’t just teaching me how to pass the exam, he was teaching me how to pass the exam then apply those skills to the real world,” said Air Force veteran and Cyber Warrior Program alumna Jayanna Berry.

How did students like Jaynna and others perform in the classroom? Collectively they earned nearly 6000 IT certifications which help provide the knowledge and skills needed to positively impact potential employers. Speaking of employers, the school’s Career Services team – which works with students and alumni for life – submitted more than 14,000 resumes on their behalf throughout the year.

Beyond student and graduate success, MyCC had a strong year in 2024, reinforcing the college’s position as a leader in the skills-training space. Some milestones and accomplishments included:

Named Top-10 Military Friendly schoolEarned EC-Council’s Circle of Excellence awardHR Team named “Team of the Year” by Merit AwardsFounder Tony Galati tagged as “innovative leader” in education (Forbes)Featured in a 30-minute Lifetime special titled “Operation Career” highlighting the school’s dedication to active and veteran service members.Named Military Friendly employer

“The first, and most important, metric that defines success for MyComputerCareer is positive student outcomes and 2024 provided numerous opportunities to celebrate so many of those accomplishments,” said Tony Galati, Founder and CEO of MyComputerCareer. “Every earned milestone beyond that bucket is very welcomed as it highlights the dedication of our employees to deliver a positive and rewarding experience to so many folks in an effort to change their lives.”

Since opening its doors in 2007, MyComputerCareer has equipped more than 27,000 graduates with the skills and resources needed for success, resulting in alumni working for some of the top tech companies across the country. The school welcomes students with no former experience or training in IT, and graduates come from a broad range of backgrounds – from hospitality to retail to stay-at-home parents.

About MyComputerCareer

MyComputerCareer is an accredited* technical school, with classes online and on-campus, that provides hands-on Information Technology training, certifications and job placement in as little as seven months. Founded in 2007, the school boasts nine campuses in Texas, North Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, and Nellis Air Force Base, with its headquarters in Holly Springs, North Carolina. For more information, call (866) 606-6922 or visit www.mycomputercareer.edu

* Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET)

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Aaron Martin, MyComputerCareer, 1 773.505.4325, aaron.martin@mycomputercareer.edu, www.mycomputercareer.edu

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Crowley Awards Maine Maritime Academy Cadets with Thomas B. Crowley Sr. Memorial Scholarship

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Cadets Anna LaDue and Odegaard Fields have been awarded the memorial scholarships for exemplifying the company’s values and intent on pursuing a maritime career.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Cadets Anna LaDue and Odegaard Fields from Maine Maritime Academy have been awarded the Thomas B. Crowley Sr. Memorial Scholarship. These students were selected based on their performance during the cadet training periods aboard Crowley-operated or -managed ships and their intent to pursue maritime careers.

LaDue, a junior from Canterbury, New Hampshire, is studying marine transportation operations, with a minor in sail training. She has served as the Assistant Officer in Charge for the academy’s Delta Company during the 2024 training year and has achieved the Dean’s List for three consecutive semesters. Outside of her maritime studies, she is involved in the climbing club, singing ensemble, women on the water, environmental action club and her school’s student athletic advisory committee. After training aboard Crowley-managed tanker American Pride in summer 2024, LaDue seeks to sail aboard on tankers upon graduation.

Fields, a junior from New Marlborough, Massachusetts, is pursuing a degree in marine transportation operations. In addition to his studies, Fields is a small vessel handling instructor and terrestrial navigation teaching assistant on the George C. Previll Memorial Inter-Academy Monomoy challenge team. Fields sailed as a cadet with Crowley on the American Pride. Upon graduation, Fields wants to continue sailing as a deck officer on a tanker or offshore wind supply vessel.

The scholarship, which is awarded annually by Crowley, was established in 1994 by the company’s CEO and chairman Thomas B. Crowley Jr. to commemorate and honor Thomas B. Crowley Sr. and his instrumental leadership and accomplishments for the company and maritime industry. Since 1984, Crowley has provided over $3 million dollars in scholarships to more than 1,000 students studying at maritime academies and other select schools in the United States mainland, Puerto Rico and Central America.

About Crowley
Crowley is a privately held, U.S.-owned and -operated maritime, energy and logistics solutions company serving commercial and government sectors with $3.5 billion in annual revenue, over 170 vessels mostly in the Jones Act fleet and approximately 7,000 employees around the world – employing more U.S. mariners than any other company. The Crowley enterprise has invested more than $3.2 billion in maritime transport, which is the backbone of global trade and the global economy. As a global ship owner-operator and services provider with more than 130 years of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, the company serves customers in 36 nations and island territories. Additional information about Crowley, its business units and subsidiaries can be found at http://www.crowley.com. 

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David DeCamp, Crowley, 904-727-4263, David.DeCamp@crowley.com, www.crowley.com 

Torey Vogel, Crowley, 904-726-4536, Torey.Vogel@crowley.com, www.crowley.com 

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TheLotter: Celebrate Christmas with a Stellar Mega Millions Jackpot!

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AUSTIN, TX, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – The excitement skyrockets as the Mega Millions jackpot climbs to an estimated $944 million / $429.4 cash option, just in time for Christmas! To date, the popular multijurisdictional lottery has awarded 6 jackpot prizes over $1 billion, and this could grow to become the 7th.

At TheLotter, customers can order tickets for the upcoming Mega Millions draw, featuring such an extraordinary jackpot amount on Christmas Eve, 12/24/2024. TheLotter is the leading lottery ticket courier service, enabling customers across the state to join their favorite lottery draw games at their convenience without leaving home, and win prizes 100% commission-free. Just this week, T.B. from a small community northwest of Houston won $26,000 in the December 20, 2024 Daily 4 Morning draw after securing their entry through TheLotter. The Daily 4 Morning draw is one of the many state lotteries offered on the site. Some take place daily – even multiple times a day – while others are held twice a week.

“As we approach the end of 2024, excitement is at an all-time high with this Mega Millions colossal jackpot grabbing headlines. Adding to the buzz, the game is set to undergo a significant transformation in the coming year, promising even more excitement and chances to win big. With this perfect blend of monumental jackpots and innovative updates, Mega Millions is proving once again why it remains a favorite among lottery customers nationwide.” says Yael Hertz, CEO of TheLotter Group.

Once a customer’s order is confirmed at TheLotter, our agents ensure participation by purchasing tickets from licensed local retailers using the lucky numbers chosen by customers – either manually or via the Quick Pick option. Then, scanned copies, which serve as proof of ownership of these tickets, can be viewed in the customers’ online accounts before the draws take place.

TheLotter’s expanding list of winners who won huge prizes on the site includes Robert Talerico from San Antonio, who hit the $525,000 Texas Two Step jackpot in February 2023, as well as a Dallas customer who won $1 million in a Powerball draw in November 2022.

Lottery games enthusiasts in Texas eager for a chance at massive jackpots can join the excitement seamlessly by setting up an easy and secure account at TheLotter.

For more information about how Texas customers can take their shot at Mega Millions, Powerball and other state lottery draws’ prizes, visit the company’s website at tx.thelotter.com.

About TheLotter
TheLotter offers a lottery courier service enabling residents of Texas to order official Texas lottery tickets from their device, from the comfort of home or on the go.

Follow TheLotter US on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  

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