08.02.2006 - AT&T to Provide Data Hosting Services For Microsoft Exchange Hosted Services

REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 2, 2006 — AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) announced today a contract with Microsoft Corp., the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions. AT&T will provide co-location hosting and Internet connectivity for its newly launched Microsoft Exchange Hosted Services (EHS). The service offers fully managed messaging services that help organizations protect themselves from e-mail-borne malware, satisfies retention requirements for compliance, encrypts data to preserve confidentiality, and preserves access to e-mail during and after emergency situations. The deal creates a networking solution for the Microsoft EHS platform, which supports AT&T Secure E-Mail Gateway service, to maximize performance for enterprise customers. - View Press Release