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Top challenges of edge computing deployment
Edge computing is a new way for data center admins to process data closer to the source, but it comes with challenges around security and staffing that organizations must address head-on.
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How edge helps support augmented reality in the enterprise
Augmented reality benefits greatly from reduced latency, which makes edge computing a perfect partner in the data center.
Use DCIM software to track power usage
If you want a more in-depth picture of your data center's power consumption, explore DCIM options that provide server workload metrics and overall power system data.
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Get ZFS for your Linux file management needs
ZFS on Linux lets admins error correct in real time and use solid-state disks for data caching. With the command-line interface, they can install it for these benefits.
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HCI clusters and rack servers both offer benefits for a data center rollout. Still, figuring out which is easier to set up requires evaluation and planning.
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Rack, blade or mainframe: Which server to choose?
Servers protect data, centralize resources and enable remote worker productivity, but buyers must understand which server types works best for their data center.
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How data center admin roles are changing
The role of a data center professional is changing in the face of cloud, the internet of things and evolving security. One hiring manager talks about the changes and why admins need broader skill sets.
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Red Hat upgrades Enterprise Linux OS post-IBM buy
After its acquisition by IBM, Red Hat wasted little time unveiling the next version of its flagship product, RHEL 7.6, which supports hybrid clouds and updated security.
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Navigate downtime in colocated data centers
Navigating data center malfunctions when hardware is off premises can be tricky. Organizations must have strong SLAs with their colo provider to ensure appropriate response times.
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How to save money on IT support contracts
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How data center admin roles are changing
The role of a data center professional is changing in the face of cloud, the internet of things and evolving security. One hiring manager talks about the changes and why admins need broader skill sets.
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Rack, blade or mainframe: Which server to choose?
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Determine the right OS for your data center servers
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Top challenges of edge computing deployment
Edge computing is a new way for data center admins to process data closer to the source, but it comes with challenges around security and staffing that organizations must address head-on.
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Ways to fix data center storage shortages
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Useful Linux command prompts for IT admins
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Learn the components of mainframe maintenance
Mainframe maintenance overlaps with some x86 server upkeep tasks. Patching and storage management play a role in keeping mainframes up to date.
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Evaluate converged vs. hyper-converged infrastructure benefits
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Encryption, speed push the modern mainframe into the future
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An edge computing architecture upends the data center
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Ensure a load-balancer failover in a virtualized environment
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How edge helps support augmented reality in the enterprise
Augmented reality benefits greatly from reduced latency, which makes edge computing a perfect partner in the data center.
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Get ZFS for your Linux file management needs
ZFS on Linux lets admins error correct in real time and use solid-state disks for data caching. With the command-line interface, they can install it for these benefits.
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Determine which GPUs are best for the data center
There is no formal standard to differentiate consumer and data center GPUs. Still, you should evaluate processing speeds and hardware requirements before GPU installation.
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Red Hat finally ships Enterprise Linux 8.0 beta
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.0 updates the software's DevOps capabilities with Application Streams, and boosts its appeal to both developers and line-of-business managers.
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Red Hat upgrades Enterprise Linux OS post-IBM buy
After its acquisition by IBM, Red Hat wasted little time unveiling the next version of its flagship product, RHEL 7.6, which supports hybrid clouds and updated security.
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Cisco joins the AI fray with amped-up server
Cisco's latest UCS servers with Nvidia's GPUs aim to help larger IT shops more quickly run AI and machine learning workloads -- and help Cisco keep pace with Dell and HPE.
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