May 2017
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May 30, 2017
30
May'17
A handy server maintenance checklist for modern data centers
Server maintenance prevents big problems and keeps everything running at its best. Make time for these simple checks on server hardware and software. Continue Reading
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May 24, 2017
24
May'17
Red Hat Satellite
Red Hat Satellite is an IT infrastructure management tool primarily used to monitor and manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. Continue Reading
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May 23, 2017
23
May'17
Enterprise OpenStack adds users and supporters, but criticisms persist
A lack of open source development support adds to enterprise OpenStack criticism, as the platform inches forward with traditional IT customers and partners. Continue Reading
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May 23, 2017
23
May'17
IT still needs the tried-and-true on-premises data center
Despite a rapidly changing IT industry driven mostly by cloud, the on-premises data center is here to stay, according to a survey by the Uptime Institute. Continue Reading
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May 22, 2017
22
May'17
SUSE Manager 3 provides new features via Salt integration
A major change in SUSE Manager 3 is that it's primarily built on Salt, rather than Spacewalk. Learn what else has changed, and how IT can take advantage of the latest release. Continue Reading
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May 18, 2017
18
May'17
IT pros see minor benefits in newest Dell EMC servers
A new generation of Dell EMC servers, storage and hyper-converged, with only minor enhancements, made the combined companies' initial outing a low-key affair. Continue Reading
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May 18, 2017
18
May'17
Storage technologies evolve toward a data-processing platform
Emerging technologies such as containers, HCI and big data have blurred the lines between compute and storage platforms, breaking down traditional IT silos. Continue Reading
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May 18, 2017
18
May'17
Learn efficiency lessons from hyperscale cloud providers
Enterprise data center teams can learn important lessons from hyperscale cloud providers. Rethink redundancy strategies and consider technologies like SDN to increase efficiency. Continue Reading
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May 16, 2017
16
May'17
Use data fabrics for storage management across on-premises, cloud
As a form of software-defined storage, a data fabric helps admins manage data from disparate storage systems, including in the cloud. Weigh options from NetApp, ClearSky and more. Continue Reading
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May 12, 2017
12
May'17
IBM Machine Learning for z/OS deepens mainframe data analysis
New IBM machine learning capabilities let data center teams pull insights from their z/OS mainframes. But concerns about data management and cost will likely arise. Continue Reading
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May 11, 2017
11
May'17
To drive business transition, IT leaders must first regain control
As companies strive to modernize application delivery, a perfect storm of IT and business scenarios have led to unrealistic expectations across the board. Continue Reading
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May 11, 2017
11
May'17
The DCIM tool and its place in the modern data center
As their data centers become more complex, admins should look to a DCIM tool to better manage disaster prevention, capacity planning, and asset and energy management. Continue Reading
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May 10, 2017
10
May'17
Unoriginal pricing model finds a place in the data center
Flexible hardware pricing? What took so long? Perhaps there were a few IT pros that wondered this when they first heard about the Cloud Flex Pay per use pricing that was introduced as a new buying ... Continue Reading
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May 10, 2017
10
May'17
Containers, cloud, fast networking and IoT still top IT trends
From containers and faster networking to IoT and edge computing, these trends continue to define the role of IT pros in future data centers and the skill sets they need to hone. Continue Reading
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May 09, 2017
09
May'17
HCI updates bring cloud-style pricing to the on-premises data center
Enterprise IT teams can now buy data center hardware based on just what they use, rather than receive the one big bill that has long been a cornerstone of on-prem purchases. Continue Reading
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May 03, 2017
03
May'17
Sharpen your server management and monitoring strategy
Effective server management requires monitoring, documentation and, sometimes, a move off premises. Discover top server management tips and how to apply them to your data center. Continue Reading
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May 02, 2017
02
May'17
A converged infrastructure strategy requires a when as well as a why
A converged system's appeal comes from having an optimized platform that removes significant complexity from an IT environment. But when is CI the right move to make? Continue Reading
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May 01, 2017
01
May'17
Managed OpenStack private cloud gains support vs. roll-your-own
An OpenStack private cloud managed as a service can simplify deployment and operation for enterprises and focus on the benefits of cloud computing, not Linux. Continue Reading
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May 01, 2017
01
May'17
Learn the basics of PowerShell for Linux
Microsoft recently expanded PowerShell to support the Linux OS. Discover key differences in the open source version of PowerShell, ranging from commands to script creation. Continue Reading