pilot project

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The pilot project tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about initial test deployments of technology solutions before full-scale rollout. Content includes Microsoft IT's pilot of Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services, which tested scalability and performance of SSL-based remote access via HTTPS. Another thread covers Google's pilot project for ultra-fast fiber broadband at Stanford University, partnering with Sonic.net for installation and customer service. These examples show pilot projects as controlled trials to evaluate feasibility, performance, and user experience in real-world settings, often leading to broader implementation. The tag is relevant for IT professionals and enthusiasts interested in early-stage technology testing and deployment strategies.
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    IT Showcase: Windows Terminal Services 2008 and TS Gateway

    The MSIT pilot project of Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services was so successful that Microsoft IT went on to test the scalability and performance into the production environment. The environment acts as a SSL-based remote access solution and MSIT was able to create a scalable remote access...
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    Google picks Santa Rosa's Sonic for high-profile project

    Google has selected local Internet provider Sonic.net as a partner for its high-profile project to deliver ultra-fast broadband services to a select few homes in the South Bay.Sonic.net will provide customer service and perform on-site installations for the fiber optic broadband network...
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