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Data Center Disaster Recovery Plan Template
Utilize this data center disaster recovery plan template and development checklist to assess how your data center facility and its infrastructure would perform during a disaster.
IT infrastructure management and planning News
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July 21, 2020
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Jul'20
New IBM Power systems offer pay-as-you-go pricing
IBM rolled out a low-end Power system with pay-as-you-go pricing to make it easier for users to deploy hybrid clouds for mission-critical applications.
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June 19, 2020
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Jun'20
Honeywell touts quantum computer speed, but how fast is fast?
Honeywell has delivered what it believes is the industry's fastest quantum computer. But analysts say it will take more than superior speed to win over most IT users.
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June 17, 2020
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Jun'20
Flexential launches nationwide backup-as-a-service platform
Seeing an increasing trend of data protection buyers, Flexential has rolled out a new backup-as-a-service offering and introduced a cheaper, 'self-service' tier.
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June 09, 2020
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Jun'20
NetApp hybrid cloud infrastructure management hits the Spot
NetApp makes its third cloud-related acquisition of 2020; the company says it will buy Spot, which uses machine learning to optimize cloud capacity and reduce infrastructure costs.
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5 edge computing basics you need to know
Edge computing is forcing IT teams to rethink legacy architectures. In this guide, explore edge computing basics, including its pros and cons and its effect on enterprise networks. Continue Reading
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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
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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
Evaluate IT infrastructure management and planning Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Colocation services provider firms tap partners
Cyxtera, Equinix and Interxion are among the colocation firms forging relationships with partners that can bundle their data center services into digital transformation projects. Continue Reading
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The basics and benefits of lights-out management
For remote IT capabilities, lights-out management tools enable admins to power servers off and on, monitor temperatures and remediate potential operational issues. Continue Reading
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Private cloud backup vs. public cloud vs. service providers
Whether you choose public or private cloud or a cloud service provider for backup, it comes down to your needs in such areas as cost and security. Explore how each one differs. Continue Reading
Manage IT infrastructure management and planning
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Build an effective IT asset disposal process
Whether vendor guidance or internal analysis prompts asset disposal, managers must decide how to transfer data, map hardware-supported workflows and reduce downtime. Continue Reading
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IT asset retirement in the data center
Is your data center equipment starting to show signs of aging? These performance metrics can evaluate hardware health and help you decide if assets should be maintained or retired. Continue Reading
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Support remote workers with front-end cloud computing
If a company has a lot of remote workers, a standard VPN might not be able to do the job. More companies are turning to cloud computing front ends to ensure secure remote access. Continue Reading
Problem Solve IT infrastructure management and planning Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Strategies for kicking off your pandemic recovery plan
Before resuming business activities after a pandemic, establish a timeline and plan for recovery. Reviewing a business impact analysis and creating a recovery framework can help. Continue Reading
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Data center power infrastructure essentials prevent downtime
Power infrastructure upkeep is essential to reduce damage in an unplanned outage. UPS and generator maintenance, plus disaster planning, should be a part of regular operations. Continue Reading
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3 challenges of edge computing, IoT network adoption
While edge computing and IoT devices can spark networking innovations, these technologies can also create challenges and pitfalls organizations aren't yet equipped to deal with. Continue Reading