May 2009
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May 29, 2009
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May'09
Tips for mastering data center climate control
This SearchDataCenter.com e-book takes a look at how to master climate control for the data center. Organizations are creating more heat in smaller places which in turn requires efficient and effective climate control. Read this paper to learn more ... Continue Reading
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May 29, 2009
29
May'09
Using nmap for Linux administration and security
The open source tool nmap is ideal for network troubleshooting, scanning and auditing. The tool can be used to identify devices on the network as well as the services running on them. It can also identify advanced information, such as operating ... Continue Reading
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May 29, 2009
29
May'09
Where and how to build your next data center in a down economy
IT organizations that need to build a new data center face a stark new financial reality in this economy. Richard Jones outlines where and how you should build your new data center facility, considering the economic climate. Continue Reading
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May 28, 2009
28
May'09
New certification paves way for ITIL out-of-the-box tools
The U.K. agency that owns the intellectual property of the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) recently put its seal of approval on IT service management tools that meet its criteria. Continue Reading
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May 28, 2009
28
May'09
Via Nano co-creator dishes on CPU technologies
Glenn Henry, a former IBM fellow and Dell CTO, discusses the lower-power, low-cost philosophy of his company's new Via Nano chip and on competing with big guys AMD and Intel. Continue Reading
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May 27, 2009
27
May'09
Lower disaster recovery costs with open source replication tools
Lower the cost of disaster recovery replication with open source DR tools like Rsync and distributed replicated block device, or DRBD. Continue Reading
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May 26, 2009
26
May'09
Intel shows off eight-core Nehalem EX
Intel's upcoming Nehalem EX chip will sport eight cores, supporting 16 threads. Continue Reading
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May 26, 2009
26
May'09
Should you move apps on or off the mainframe to cut costs?
In this era of stringent cost cutting, what should IT do: move more apps to the mainframe or move all apps off it? This tip weighs the total cost of ownership for mainframe and non-mainframe applications. Continue Reading
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May 22, 2009
22
May'09
Data center operations and maintenance best practices for critical facilities
This tip discusses best practices associated with the operations and maintenance (O&M) processes for data center facilities, including the physical aspects of critical infrastructures, staffing considerations, and appropriate O&M processes, tools, ... Continue Reading
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May 21, 2009
21
May'09
EPA releases Energy Star server specification
After two years of work, the Environmental Protection Agency has released its Energy Star spec for servers. Continue Reading
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May 20, 2009
20
May'09
IT shop adds life to legacy software with vSphere 4
By virtualizing with VMware's vSphere 4, an IT shop has extended the life of its legacy OS, SCO UnixWare, and old business applications. Continue Reading
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May 20, 2009
20
May'09
Dell taps Via Technologies' chips for high-density server
Dell's new ultralight data center server uses the low power consumption Via Nano processor. Continue Reading
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May 20, 2009
20
May'09
HP updates mission-critical services: News in brief
HP updates its mission-critical services, and other news in brief. Continue Reading
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May 19, 2009
19
May'09
Ascent builds customizable data center hosting facility: News in brief
Data center hosting provider Ascent Corp. is developing a customizable data center facility and more. Continue Reading
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May 19, 2009
19
May'09
The Ext4 file system: A real improvement in Linux file storage?
The Ext4 file storage system is now integrated into the Linux kernel and supported by the major distributions. Should you switch from your Ext2 or Ext3 set-up? With complete backwards compatibility, there is little reason not to make the jump ... Continue Reading
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May 19, 2009
19
May'09
Mainframe programmer takes roundabout route in career path
For BMC Software's Paul Horst, mainframe programming may be a second career, but it was always his first priority. Continue Reading
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May 19, 2009
19
May'09
Consider cost-effective mainframe upgrades in down economy
Organizations typically defer software and hardware upgrades during a down economy, but cost-effective mainframe upgrades can pay back in a year or less and can be key to your company's competitive advantage. Continue Reading
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May 18, 2009
18
May'09
Grow a green business: Cut costs and improve energy efficiency with green IT
In an effort to help companies reduce their carbon footprint, author and green IT expert John Lamb explains how organizations can improve business flexibility while reducing environmental impact with numerous energy-saving solutions such as ... Continue Reading
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May 15, 2009
15
May'09
'Anticompetitive' practices may damage Intel's reputation
The European Union's antitrust findings may tarnish Intel's reputation and give rival AMD a boost, say IT observers. Continue Reading
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May 15, 2009
15
May'09
Security essentials for Active Directory on Linux
Active Directory functionality in heterogeneous data centers with Windows and Linux is increasingly appealing, but admins should be aware of the security risks this activity poses. The open admin policy on Active Directory doesn't adequately protect... Continue Reading