Abstract: The ensoBox™ is an Internet Service Provider (ISP) appliance. An Internet appliance can be classified as a ready-to-use device that supports a specific Internet requirement. The software to support this appliance is pre-installed in the factory, is typically proprietary in nature, and is purchased in conjunction with the associated hardware. An appliance supports a plug-and-play configuration to allow for easy installation and management by the appliance's owner. An Internet appliance does not require the separate purchase of hardware and software, and then the subsequent systems integration by the owner.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method that defines a standard configuration useful for scaling services independently. This method makes efficient use of the Network, Server and Storage layers of a computing infrastructure in such a way that services can be clustered. These clustered services allow for redundancy in hardware and software and take full advantage of the hardware and software to increase customer performance and throughput. By making appropriate use of inexpensive servers, network attached storage, virtual local area networks, content switching and service clustering, Internet services can be scaled incrementally as customer demand grows. This method is efficient and relatively affordable.

Abstract: A system for defining, implementing, and maintaining geographically disperse Internet Service Providers (ISP) from a centralized processing center. Customers of ISP are provisioned services that include, but are not limited to, internet access, e-mail access, and web-hosting space. System provides ability to define flexible service offerings at price points dependent on disparate market conditions. Further, the system generates billing data based on specified service offerings that is aggregated and presented to the customer in a formatted bill in local currency and in accordance to local customs. Collection for services rendered is performed by the system in conjunction with third party processing systems in local currencies.