India’s GCX expands cloud ecosystem
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Reliance Communications subsidiary Global Cloud Xchange (GCX) has expanded its cloud ecosystem with the addition of support for Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute.
The company is offering access to ExpressRoute via its CLOUD X Fusion service in Chennai.
CLOUD X Fusion allows enterprises to use Ethernet or MPLS VPN to privately connect their on-premise network or data center directly to Microsoft’s cloud platforms.
Besides Chennai, CLOUD X nodes have been launched in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, as well as Hong Kong, California, London and New York.
“As India enterprises enter a new era of digital globalization, they require sophisticated new levels of support to tap into opportunities from the convergence of Big Data and the IoT, to the latest augmented reality apps,” RCom and GCX SVP of global product management Braham Singh said.
“Through the interconnection of CLOUD X Fusion and Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute, customers will benefit from the added flexibility and global reach to be more competitive as we look at new opportunities from the ‘Digital India’ initiatives.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What new service is GCX now offering?
What new service is GCX now offering?
GCX has expanded its cloud ecosystem by adding support for Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute. This allows businesses to connect privately to Microsoft's cloud platforms.
Q.How can businesses access Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute through GCX?
How can businesses access Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute through GCX?
Enterprises can access ExpressRoute via GCX's CLOUD X Fusion service. This service enables them to use Ethernet or MPLS VPN to connect their networks or data centres directly.
Q.Where are GCX's CLOUD X nodes located?
Where are GCX's CLOUD X nodes located?
CLOUD X nodes are located in Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad in India. Internationally, nodes have been launched in Hong Kong, California, London and New York.
Q.What is the primary benefit for customers using CLOUD X Fusion with Azure ExpressRoute?
What is the primary benefit for customers using CLOUD X Fusion with Azure ExpressRoute?
Customers will benefit from increased flexibility and global reach. This aims to help them be more competitive and tap into new opportunities, especially related to 'Digital India' initiatives.
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