Level Platforms’ Managed Workplace and Microsoft Windows Home Server deliver managed services capabilities to peer-to-peer networks.

Partners spoke up about the necessity for special programs and tools to help them address the needs of their SMB customers, and Cisco listened. By John Danielowich

Competition just got a little stiffer. Staples Network Services by Thrive, a relatively new division within the Staples franchise, is offering managed services to SMBs. By Cecilia Galvin

New features assist partners in selling the ProSafe Business Networking product line.

Linux applications are becoming more appealing to SMBs, and mainstream vendors are responding with partner programs for channel pros. By Hailey Lynne McKeefry