August 2009
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August 10, 2009
10
Aug'09
Five Linux commands you have (probably) never heard of
Learn about five of the more rarely used Linux commands (logsave, diff3, pstree, nl and split) that are useful, with a description of each command's flags and options. These commands work well for file management, tracking, and output and process ... Continue Reading
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August 10, 2009
10
Aug'09
How to choose the right uninterruptible power supply for your data center
This tip discusses how to choose the right-sized uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for your data center. It also explains common mistakes in UPS sizing and why UPS power ratings can be so confusing. Continue Reading
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August 10, 2009
10
Aug'09
Migrating infrastructure from Unix to Linux
Unix-to-Linux migration expert Ken Milberg describes how virtualization, support, clustering and more fit into the migration of an IT infrastructure to Unix. Continue Reading
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August 07, 2009
07
Aug'09
Why SunGard uses flywheel UPSes in its data centers
For its data centers, SunGard has chosen flywheel uninterruptible power supplies. A SunGard executive explains why the company chose flywheels over battery-based backup. Continue Reading
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August 05, 2009
05
Aug'09
Neon Software CEO rejects IBM warnings on mainframe licensing issues due to zPrime
Neon Enterprise Software says its zPrime software doesn't violate IBM intellectual property or licensing agreements, which Big Blue warned customers about in a recent letter. Continue Reading
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August 05, 2009
05
Aug'09
Solaris Project Crossbow offers virtualized network management
With Project Crossbow, Solaris has introduced a way to fully virtualize data center networking and has simplified network management in the process. Continue Reading
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August 04, 2009
04
Aug'09
IBM upgrades Parallel Sysplex, boosts importance of mainframe clustering
Upgrades to IBM's mainframe clustering solution, Parallel Sysplex, may help data centers consolidate servers and reign in administrative costs. Continue Reading
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August 03, 2009
03
Aug'09
Open source market benefits from recession
IDC's July report on open source software shares its recession growth with predictions of continued increase. Continue Reading
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August 03, 2009
03
Aug'09
Data Center Design and Build-Out Handbook
The data center is the cornerstone of the modern enterprise, providing critical computing resources and access to data for an organization’s users, business partners and customer base. In short, the data center enables a company to do business. Yet ... Continue Reading
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August 03, 2009
03
Aug'09
Is server virtualization boosting Linux adoption?
An IDC report concluded that the economic recession and cloud computing and virtualization trends will help Linux increase in the data center just as the previous recession boosted Linux adoption. Cisco has heavily adopted the platform, with more ... Continue Reading
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August 03, 2009
03
Aug'09
Avoid common pitfalls when calculating data center power load
For data center pros trying to size an air conditioning system or UPS, accurately estimating data center power load is critical. But there are many common pitfalls to avoid. Continue Reading
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August 03, 2009
03
Aug'09
SearchDataCenterTV
SearchDataCenterTV is a new video segment that will air twice a month on SearchDataCenter.com. Hosted by Matt Stansberry and Mark Fontecchio, the show features data center strategy experts discussing best practices, industry trends and new ... Continue Reading