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How Connectivity, the Cloud, Big Data and Mobility are Revolutionizing Distributed IT and Edge Management

Connectivity

Today, the technology exists to revolutionize the way distributed IT sites are managed and maintained. Download the new paper from Vertiv that outlines how connectivity, cloud computing, big data and mobile applications can work together to enable a new service paradigm for remote sites that increases visibility, reduces downtime and supports optimization of these vital IT resources.

Tagged With: cloud computing, cloud connectivity, Edge Computing, Vertiv

The Hyperscale Data Center Drives the Global Cloud Revolution

By Rich Miller - October 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

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The hyperscale data center is reshaping the global IT landscape, shifting data from on-premises computer rooms and IT closets to massive centralized data center hubs. Explore further how cloud campuses will continue to enable hyperscale operators to rapidly add server capacity and electric power.

Tagged With: cloud computing, DCF Spotlight #1, Hyperscale, Hyperscale data center, Iron Mountain

Making Sense of It All: What Migrating Workloads Really Means

By Sarah Rubenoff - June 14, 2019 Leave a Comment

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With cloud computing growing in popularity, as the amount of big data continues to explode, efficient data and workload migration is becoming more critical to success and staying competitive across a variety of marketplaces. A new white paper from Digital Realty focuses on best practices for workload migration, which can get complex quickly, and what it actually means for today’s businesses.

Tagged With: cloud computing, Data Center Migration, Digital Realty

Everything You Need To Know About Migrating Workloads

workload migration

Migrating workloads, moving data, assets, software, etc. from one location to another, can get complex quickly. A new white paper from Digital Realty walks readers through what makes a workload a good candidate for migration, and highlights four major issues that organizations should be sure to steer clear of during a migration. Download the new report today, designed to help you with best practices for workload migration to keep your enterprise moving.

Tagged With: cloud computing, Data Center Migration, Digital Realty

Using a Data Center Partner to Firm up Hybrid Infrastructure for SaaS

By Sarah Rubenoff - April 10, 2019 Leave a Comment

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CoreSite asserts that to make “getting SaaS right” easier, partnering with a data center to firm up hybrid infrastructure can reap long-term benefits. A new report from CoreSite explores the challenges, opportunities and potential of Software-as-a-Service for your business. 

Tagged With: Cloud, cloud computing, Colocation, CoreSite, Hybrid cloud, SaaS, software-as-a-service

Making the Case for High Quality Cloud in a Commodity World

By Voices of the Industry - April 8, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Databank’s Mark Houpt explores the benefits of working with a specialized data center cloud provider, including performance, security options, and support for compliance.

Tagged With: Cloud, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data security, DataBank

IT Perspectives: Top 5 Network Challenges of 2019

By Voices of the Industry - March 18, 2019 1 Comment

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The IT industry is ever changing, and today’s network engineers and architects face an ongoing list of challenges. Iron Mountain Data Centers’ Frank Scalzo highlights the top network challenges facing engineers and architects in today’s data center market. 

Tagged With: cloud computing, Compliance, Data Center Network, Data Center Security, Iron Mountain, Networking

Frontier Spotlight: Top Data Center Stories for February 2019

By Sarah Rubenoff - March 6, 2019 Leave a Comment

Large pipes sporting Google's logo colors move water throughout the cooling plant at the Google' data center in Douglas County, Georgia. (Photo: Google)

Hyperscale growth and the promise of 5G wireless were hot topics on Data Center Frontier in February 2019. Here’s a look at the month’s most popular stories at DCF.

Tagged With: cloud computing, Colocation, Edge Computing

Infrastructure Availability Zones: Increase Resiliency as You Scale

By Voices of the Industry - February 11, 2019 Leave a Comment

Sunset over Data Center Alley in Ashburn, VIrginia. (Photo: Rich Miller)

The cloud has brought a new way of looking at scaling capacity and resiliency through availability zones (AZ). Cyxtera’s Randy Rowland explores why, when and how to apply the concept of availability zones to dedicated infrastructure in colocation.

Tagged With: availability zones, Cloud, cloud computing, Colocation Provider, Data Center Infrastructure

3 Steps to Better Cloud Performance

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While they don’t hold a crystal ball, enterprise CTOs and CIOs are expected to predict and prepare for future connectivity needs with tremendous accuracy. This is beyond tricky. Download the new white paper from Digital Realty that explores how to improve cloud performance through a computing solution that connects private infrastructure over a dedicated connection accessing public cloud resources while bypassing the internet.

Tagged With: Cloud, cloud computing, Digital Realty, public cloud

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3 Questions to Ask Your Data Center About Environmental and Social Responsibility

3 Questions to Ask Your Data Center About Environmental and Social Responsibility It’s a fact we know all too well. Data centers consume a lot of power – and demand is only growing. In a world rightly concerned about climate change, growing energy requirements can be a liability. Kevin Hagen of Iron Mountain explains how asking the right questions of your data center provider can turn a potential sustainability liability into an opportunity.

DCF Spotlight

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The Hyperscale Data Center Drives the Global Cloud Revolution

The hyperscale data center is reshaping the global IT landscape, shifting data from on-premises computer rooms and IT closets to massive centralized data center hubs. Explore further how cloud campuses will continue to enable hyperscale operators to rapidly add server capacity and electric power.

An aerial view of major facilities in Data Center Alley in Ashburn, Virginia. (Image: Loudoun County)

Northern Virginia Data Center Market: The Focal Point for Cloud Growth

The Northern Virginia data center market is seeing a surge in supply and an even bigger surge in demand. Data Center Frontier explores trends, stats and future expectations for the No. 1 data center market in the country.

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7 Best Practices for Simplifying Data Center Cable Management

More organizations are recognizing the importance of good cable management for modern data centers. What they need is a data center tool that can decrease the complexity of cable management. Download the new eBook from Sunbird Software that explores seven best practices for good data center cable management alongside real-world tips from their experts and examples of how DCIM software can help you achieve them in your own environment.

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Data Center 101: Mastering the Basics of the Data Center Industry

Data Center 101: Mastering the Basics of the Data Center Industry

Data Center Frontier, in partnership with Open Spectrum, brings our readers a series that provides an introductory guidebook to the ins and outs of the data center and colocation industry. Think power systems, cooling, solutions, data center contracts and more. The Data Center 101 Special Report series is directed to those new to the industry, or those of our readers who need to brush up on the basics.

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