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• How to design and build a data center

  Designing an efficient data center is no small feat. Review data center facility and infrastructure components as well as different standards and suggestions before you begin.  Continue Reading

• 5 hyper-converged infrastructure trends for 2024

  Hyper-converged infrastructure is rapidly changing. Read what HCI has to offer and what projected growth it may have within the next couple years.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 colocation providers of 2024

  Colocation companies offer a wide range of facilities and services that can help reduce costs of managing data centers. Compare providers to see which is best for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Server hardware guide: Architecture, products and management

  Today's server platforms offer a host of options for SMBs and enterprise IT buyers; it's important to learn the essentials before making any purchasing decisions.  Continue Reading

• Top data center infrastructure management software in 2024

  DCIM tools can improve data center management and operation. Learn how six prominent products can help organizations control costs, manage energy and track assets.  Continue Reading

• How to purchase the best server hardware for small businesses

  Before buying a server, it's important to assess an SMB's needs. Review these seven steps outlining the factors an organization should consider before purchasing a server.  Continue Reading

• A rundown of server hardware vendors and the server options

  Discover and compare the leading vendors in server hardware with these in-depth overviews of the blade, rack and mainframe computers available to see which may be best for you.  Continue Reading

• Dive into the history of server hardware

  Server hardware has consistently evolved since the first web server in 1990. Here's a look at major advancements in management, virtualization and green initiatives.  Continue Reading

• Assess the environmental impact of data centers

  Data centers have faced scrutiny about their environmental impact in recent years. Assess their impact to find ways to reduce the environmental damage.  Continue Reading

• Explore the impact of quantum computing on cryptography

  When quantum computers become available, lots of encryption types will be vulnerable. Learn why, and what's being researched, to navigate post-quantum cryptography.  Continue Reading

• What's involved in cloud repatriation cost calculation?

  The costs associated with cloud repatriation go beyond the migration itself. IT managers must account for any new hardware, backup requirements and available skilled personnel.  Continue Reading

• 10 companies building quantum computers

  Many companies big and small are building quantum computing capabilities in the software and hardware space. Here's what some offer and what they're building for the future.  Continue Reading

• 6 ways to overcome data center staffing shortages

  Retirements, skills gaps and tight budgets are all factors in recent data center staffing shortages. Focus on recruitment, training and other areas to attract more candidates.  Continue Reading

• Will data centers become obsolete?

  Many organizations want to simplify or scale down their data centers -- but they won't disappear. Admins can examine as-a-service options and cloud to offload some applications.  Continue Reading

• Words to go: 6 key data center sustainability metrics

  When organizations go green in their data center, they will have to measure the facility's efficiency and environmental impact. Use sustainability metrics to get started.  Continue Reading

• Data center environmental controls a high priority for admins

  More data growth and tightening financial conditions are coming. Protect data center assets in 2023 through environmental controls like cooling, humidity and others.  Continue Reading

• Quantum data centers might be the way of the future

  Quantum computing has lots of potential for high compute applications. But the technology is still in the early stages, so it may be a while before more data centers adopt it.  Continue Reading

• Consider ethical technology issues with data center growth

  Authors Harry Lewis and Ken Ledeen discuss ethical issues organizations should consider when expanding data center, data collection and technological capabilities.  Continue Reading

• Words to go: Learn basic Linux terminology

  What is a distro? What does swappiness mean? How are Xen and KVM different from one another? Familiarize yourself with basic Linux terminology for beginner users.  Continue Reading

• Liquid cooling vs. air cooling in the data center

  The quest to maintain operating temperatures for increasing computing densities has firms transitioning from air cooling to liquid cooling. We assess both methods.  Continue Reading

• Break down types of data center storage

  Data centers should consider alternate varieties of storage for different uses. Explore hybrid storage arrays, virtual storage, cloud storage and on-premises architecture.  Continue Reading

• Disaggregated HCI solves compute, storage, network scalability

  Despite the deployment and cost advantages of hyper-converged infrastructures, learn how disaggregated HCI can overcome compute, storage and network resource scalability issues.  Continue Reading

• The global state of data center sustainability

  Review green initiatives in the world of data centers: sustainable designs and practices, what other organizations are doing and where IT falls short.  Continue Reading

• Recent data center advancements include AI, new CPUs

  Recent advancements in data center technology and staffing models reflect organizations' desire for increased IT agility, efficiency and flexibility.  Continue Reading

• What do GPUs do in your data center?

  Though developed to handle complex graphics rendering calculations, GPUs now handle a variety of tasks in the data center. Learn what they can do for you.  Continue Reading

• 3 colocation trends to consider in 2022

  Key developments in the data center services market include smaller, more flexible deployments, AI optimization and a continuing focus on sustainability.  Continue Reading

• 11 key considerations prior to a data center upgrade

  When you upgrade your data center, know the 11 key steps you must take to ensure neat migrations, good availability, continued security and limited downtime.  Continue Reading

• Why hyper-converged infrastructure simplifies IT management

  As fractured data center landscapes shift to HCI environments to consolidate IT operations, learn the many advantages, disadvantages and challenges of hyper-converged deployments.  Continue Reading

• The top hyper-converged systems and composable infrastructure of 2021

  These Products of the Year winners offer the flexibility and scalability that make hyper-converged systems an excellent choice for companies of any size.  Continue Reading

• Assessing colocation vs. cloud for hybrid IT infrastructure

  When transforming operations to a hybrid IT environment, there's one other option to consider beyond the premises, public cloud and hybrid. Learn the many advantages of colocation.  Continue Reading

• How can data centers support a remote workplace?

  Remote work presents a variety of challenges to businesses. Here's what an organization can do to provide adequate resources for its at-home workers and admins.  Continue Reading

• Hybrid cloud strategy blends public, private cloud benefits

  When opting for a hybrid cloud infrastructure during digital transformation, migrating applications and workloads to the cloud doesn't necessarily dictate vacating the premises.  Continue Reading

• Managed services benefits ease enterprise IT security woes

  At a time when threats to network and data security are on the rise, MSSPs can help overwhelmed enterprises confront cloud configuration, risk reduction and regulatory compliance.  Continue Reading

• Miami Dolphins add Dell VxRail to digital transformation project

  Looking to enrich the experience of fans, the Miami Dolphins have embarked on an aggressive digital transformation project involving new Dell HCI and storage infrastructure systems.  Continue Reading

• Managed services IT support closes the cloud skills gap

  As businesses in the throes of digital transformation and cloud migration struggle to find and hire technically skilled IT professionals, MSP expertise can help fill the void.  Continue Reading

• What you should consider when right-sizing a data center

  How does an organization decide the appropriate size and density for its data centers? Consider factors such as rack layout and available power first.  Continue Reading

• Nutanix CEO Ramaswami talks HCI, 'invisible' cloud strategy

  Former VMware executive Rajiv Ramaswami remains embroiled in the VMware-Nutanix hybrid cloud war, but now he plays for the other team with an updated plan and vision moving forward.  Continue Reading

• Recent quantum computing advances point to brighter future

  The past year saw a handful of breakthrough technologies from IBM and Honeywell, bringing the future promises of quantum computing closer to a present-day reality.  Continue Reading

• Data center backup generators for mission-critical loads

  To select the correct backup generator for your mission-critical data, learn the fuel, cost and efficiency considerations you should take into account.  Continue Reading

• Get started with green energy for your data center

  Running a sustainable data center requires organizations to consider factors such as facility sustainability, efficient storage and servers, and outsourcing options.  Continue Reading

• Server lifecycle approach lowers risk, raises app performance

  Nemertes Research CTO John Burke warns that a server's lifecycle may be shorter than you think and offers a four-stage approach to maintain on-premises servers at peak efficiency.  Continue Reading

• Compare Hadoop vs. Spark vs. Kafka for your big data strategy

  Learn more about these three big data frameworks and what use case best suits each one. You might also examine options such as Apache Hive, Flink and Storm.  Continue Reading

• Bust latency with monitoring practices and tools

  Improve latency across your data center's infrastructure by exploring its causes, a handful of best practices and tools you can implement to improve speed and responsiveness.  Continue Reading

• Common Kubernetes terminology you should know

  What are pods and nodes? How do namespaces differ from volumes? This list of common Kubernetes terms can give you a basic understanding of the container management platform.  Continue Reading

• What does a DPU do?

  Learn the basics of data processing units: What they are, what they do, who's making them and who's adopting them. Then decide whether your data center might use one someday.  Continue Reading

• 7 major server hardware components you should know

  Even with software-based data center options, it's still important to know the physical components of a server. Check out these terms to refresh your memory.  Continue Reading

• Colocation data center market moves closer to the edge

  Data center co-location provides companies a way to expand and diversify their infrastructure. The market is growing to increase data distribution and help advance edge use cases.  Continue Reading

• Learn the major types of server hardware and their pros and cons

  Servers protect data, centralize resources and enable remote worker productivity, but buyers must understand which server types works best for their data center.  Continue Reading

• UK banking giant doubles down on IBM z15 mainframes

  Responding to users demands for dependable access to banking services, Nationwide Building Society continued its commitment to IBM's Z series of mainframes upgrading to the z15.  Continue Reading

• Explore the evolution of Intel and AMD server processors

  Intel and AMD server processors are used in a variety of systems, including converged and hyper-converged infrastructure. Explore the improvements in their technologies.  Continue Reading

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux for edge computing

  Enterprises are shifting towards edge computing as part of their digital transformation journey to the hybrid cloud. Red Hat® Enterprise Linux® provides a consistent, flexible, and security-focused foundation that maximizes system stability with ...  Continue Reading

• Standardize to Improve IT Efficiency

  Standardizing your IT environment can help you increase flexibility and efficiency. This e-book reviews eight key considerations for implementing an effective standardized operating environment (SOE).  Continue Reading

• Alleviate Technical Debt

  IT modernization can alleviate your technical debt and help you create a flexible foundation for the future.  Continue Reading

• Hybrid Cloud and Kubernetes: A Guide to Successful Architecture

  Learn hybrid cloud best practices and how to gain value by transforming your applications, infrastructure, and people, process, and culture.  Continue Reading

• Gain a Competitive Edge with your Container Strategy

  Learn how to choose a simple, efficient, and more secure Kubernetes platform—and gain a competitive edge with your container strategy.  Continue Reading

• Hybrid Cloud Strategy for Dummies

  Jumping onto the cloud is easy. Getting it right is somewhat trickier. Learn more in this hybrid cloud strategy e-book from Red Hat and Intel.  Continue Reading

• A Red Hat Hyperconverged Infrastructure deep dive

  Hyper-converged infrastructure is a popular platform for compute, storage and networking. So where does Red Hat fit in with its variety of HCI offerings?  Continue Reading

• Transform your organization with containers

  Red Hat and Microsoft provide a production-ready, containerized environment with a hybrid cloud foundation.  Continue Reading

• Simplify Kubernetes with Red Hat OpenShift Service on AWS

  Applications are an essential part of digital business operations. Kubernetes-based container environments speed application development, deployment, and management. Red Hat and AWS can help you navigate IT complexity to adopt Kubernetes more ...  Continue Reading

• A layered approach to container and Kubernetes security

  Find out what you need to know about implementing a layered approach to container and Kubernetes security. Download the details today.  Continue Reading

• Understanding and managing data protection for Kubernetes

  Find out more about the three pillars of end-to-end data protection in Kubernetes in this analyst report from GigaOm. Your download awaits.  Continue Reading

• How to move legacy applications to containers and Kubernetes

  Learn how migrating legacy applications to containers can remove many of the barriers to modernization.  Continue Reading

• 451 Research Pathfinder report: Achieving Intelligent DevOps

  Read this 451 Research report and learn how to use Linux and open source technologies to manage and automate key functions of cloud environments and apps.  Continue Reading

• Improve security and compliance

  Red Hat takes a holistic approach to security and compliance risk management that improves speed, scalability, and stability across your IT environment.  Continue Reading

• Experience Red Hat Enterprise Linux

  An intelligent operating foundation for modern IT and hybrid cloud environments, Red Hat® Enterprise Linux® delivers numerous benefits for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux automation & management

  See how Red Hat Enterprise Linux can standardize deployment at scale with automation and management solutions.  Continue Reading

• Ten ways to improve IT efficiency with an SOE

  Read more to learn the 10 steps to implement a standardized operating environment that can simplify your IT infrastructure.  Continue Reading

• Data processing units accelerate infrastructure performance

  DPUs often run on networking packets to move information in the data center, instead of supporting processing workflows. Get an overview of the technology and the main vendors.  Continue Reading

• Top hyper-converged systems and composable infrastructure of 2020

  Dell EMC, Scale Computing and SmartX win praise for multifaceted, edge-friendly and high-performance applications, respectively, to lead the way in the hyper-convergence category.  Continue Reading

• Enterprise technology trends for 2021 shaped by COVID-19

  Explore IT infrastructure and storage-related software, hardware and services that will likely be embraced in the coming year, and how the pandemic has influenced their use.  Continue Reading

• IaC tools comparison shows benefits of automated deployments

  Learn how these infrastructure as code tools can help streamline application development and deployment by reducing many of the headaches associated with manual processes.  Continue Reading

• Modular UPS systems provide flexible power management options

  UPSes can provide backup power scalability and efficiency. Admins should consider modular setups for extra redundancy, mixed capacity modules and cost savings.  Continue Reading

• When the chips are down, Intel turns to VMware's Pat Gelsinger

  Newly appointed Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger brings technical chops to the top of the giant chipmaker, but it may take a while to right the ship. Does he have enough time?  Continue Reading

• Server failure, Linux comprise 2020 data center management tips

  When you work in IT, you should consistently try to expand your knowledge base. This tip roundup explores recent content about Linux, IT budgeting and server troubleshooting.  Continue Reading

• Guide to colocation and how to choose a provider

  It's important to thoroughly evaluate facilities, pricing and contract terms before choosing a colocation provider. Also, consider the challenges that come with going colo.  Continue Reading

• Your primer to colocation pricing and rack space rightsizing

  Even with structured pricing methods, there's a lot to consider when making colocation infrastructure purchases. Account for future hardware needs and spend flexibility.  Continue Reading

• How to negotiate a fair data center colocation agreement

  It's critical to business operations and your overall budget to know what a good colocation SLA covers, what it doesn't and how to negotiate one for your organization.  Continue Reading

• NFV systems converge virtual network services at the edge

  Explore functions, products and use cases that illustrate how NFV and edge computing trends combine SD-WAN endpoints and other network services on single pieces of hardware.  Continue Reading

• AMD, Nvidia chip acquisitions target Intel's dominance

  AMD, Nvidia and Intel raised the competitive heat in the chip industry with all three making strategic acquisitions to run AI workloads.  Continue Reading

• The state of data center convergence: Past, present and future

  Discover if CI, HCI, dHCI or composable technology is right for your environment and workloads, and how the converged data center continues to evolve.  Continue Reading

• 7 must-have cloud infrastructure automation tools

  Learn how organizations can use automated provisioning tools to automate the configuration, deployment and management of their cloud-based infrastructure.  Continue Reading

• Admins eye on-premises and cloud hybrid IT management

  Most organizations now support a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This has vendors and analysts reshaping tools that can address hybrid IT requirements.  Continue Reading

• Hyper-converged edge infrastructure targets carriers, ROBOs

  Hyper-converged systems provide a way to locally process IoT data and deliver streaming content at the network's edge while maintaining service and application performance.  Continue Reading

• Composable, an IoT infrastructure paradigm with potential

  Composable infrastructure can stand up and down virtual servers depending on the varying needs of workloads. Learn why composability is a good for IoT.  Continue Reading

• Infrastructure for machine learning, AI requirements, examples

  AI, machine and deep learning infrastructure has component and configuration requirements. See what hardware you need and how it goes together in an HCI or high-density system.  Continue Reading

• Bare-metal container clusters: Infrastructure for next-gen apps

  Learn the requirements, designs and software stacks used to build bare-metal clusters for containers using dedicated 1-2U HCI hardware instead of existing virtual machine servers.  Continue Reading

• Top 2020 data center industry trends include edge, private cloud

  IT infrastructure isn't just an on-premises data center anymore. The '2020 State of the Data Center' report shows growing interest in private cloud, edge and colocation.  Continue Reading

• COVID-19 puts IT infrastructure spending in flux

  As the pandemic continues, research firms state that organizations must realign IT budgets to support projects that maintain operations and put nonessential initiatives on hold.  Continue Reading

• Composable benefits from infrastructure-as-code techniques

  Learn why composable infrastructure is an effective infrastructure as code delivery model and can serve as a foundation for orchestrating and automating IT resource provisioning.  Continue Reading

• VMware vs. Nutanix on HPE GreenLake: Comparing approaches

  See how Synergy composable infrastructure with VMware Cloud Foundation and ProLiant DX on Nutanix Enterprise Cloud take different approaches to HPE GreenLake pay-per-use IT.  Continue Reading

• 10 top hyper-converged infrastructure vendors and products

  Determining which hyper-converged infrastructure platform is right for your organization should include analyzing your workloads and assessing technology from top HCI vendors.  Continue Reading

• A mechanical refrigeration system primer for admins

  Mechanical cooling is a necessity to keep data centers efficient year-round. The system type you use depends on the refrigerant, number of heat exchanges and airflow requirements.  Continue Reading

• What is HPE GreenLake and how does it work?

  GreenLake allows users to pay only for the IT resources they use. Find out how it works for HCI, composable infrastructure and other purposes, its benefits and potential drawbacks.  Continue Reading

• Data center power terms to give your vocab a jolt

  No matter the data center setup, there are standardized power components and protocols you should know. Build your understanding -- or refresh your knowledge -- with these terms.  Continue Reading

• The ins and outs of Google Cloud Anthos on NetApp HCI

  Combining NetApp HCI with Anthos from Google enables enterprises to more easily implement and maintain a hybrid cloud infrastructure that supports modern applications and more.  Continue Reading

• IoT data center tech aims to improve operational efficiency

  IoT tech can make data center operations data-driven and automated. For a successful implementation, IT managers should evaluate upgrade costs and infrastructure resiliency.  Continue Reading

• An introduction to DCIM software metrics and terms

  Infrastructure management is no easy task. The right software can help admins track how efficient their server racks and facilities are and pinpoint where to make improvements.  Continue Reading

• Understanding VMware Cloud Foundation components, features

  VMware Cloud Foundation enables users to implement an integrated software-defined data center. Version 4 represents a major architectural upgrade integrating Kubernetes in vSphere.  Continue Reading

• Vendors investigate chiplets as CPU expansion option

  As chipmakers expand the amount of processing power in CPUs, some are considering the use of chiplets. These modular silicon pieces offer a possible option for scalable designs.  Continue Reading

• Organizations tackle data center operations during COVID-19

  With an increased remote workforce, organizations must address infrastructure bandwidth, data center access and business continuity. The right software and staffing policies can help.  Continue Reading