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Layers and Location of Edge Computing

By Rich Miller - August 19, 2020

A Vapor IO edge computing module is installed at a tower site in the Dallas market. (Photo: Vapor IO)

As edge computing takes shape, we are approaching the brink of a new phase for global Internet infrastructure. Edge computing is evolving in tiers, with opportunities in regional data hubs, cities, telecom towers and on devices. Think of it in terms of “edge, edgier and edgiest.” 

Tagged With: Chatsworth Products, Edge Computing, edge computing special report, Edge Data Centers, special report

Hybrid IT Design: A 10-Step Approach

By Bill Kleyman - August 18, 2020

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When done right, Hybrid IT enables businesses with an on-premises and multi-cloud strategy to optimize cost across these resources. Here’s a clear step-by-step approach to a hybrid IT approach done right from a new special report series, sponsored by Panduit.

Tagged With: Cloud, Hybrid cloud, hybrid computing, hybrid IT, Panduit, special report

Edge Computing and Why It Matters, In 2020 and Beyond

By Rich Miller - August 12, 2020

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In 2020, edge computing is entering a key transition phase, as an emerging ecosystem confronts the challenges and opportunities of a world transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic.   

Tagged With: Chatsworth Products, Edge Computing, edge computing special report, Edge Data Centers, special report

Making the Cloud and Data Center Work Together Effectively

By Bill Kleyman - August 11, 2020

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The cloud plays a critical role in service delivery, but will not replace data center solutions. That’s why cloud providers are creating solutions to run within on-premises data center. A new DCF special report on #hybridIT explores the evolving relationship between the cloud and the data center. 

Tagged With: Cloud, Hybrid cloud, hybrid computing, hybrid IT, Panduit, special report

Hybrid Computing is Helping Redefine Modern IT Models

By Bill Kleyman - August 5, 2020

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Hybrid IT is quickly becoming the new normal for those organizations striving to get ahead. This special report series, sponsored by Panduit, explores the ins and outs of hybrid IT and how modern IT models are evolving.

Tagged With: Hybrid cloud, hybrid computing, hybrid IT, Panduit, special report

Understanding the Types of Interconnection, and When to Use Them

By Paul Gillin - April 15, 2020

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A new DCF special report offers insights into interconnection, including different approaches to interconnection and the benefits of using a colocation provider to manage them. 

Tagged With: cloud services, Colocation, CoreSite, data center frontier, Interconnection, special report

Colocation: The Business & Technical Factors Driving Adoption

By Paul Gillin - April 8, 2020

Businesses increasingly depend upon secure, reliable availability and high-speed connectivity as they pursue digital transformation. The third entry in a new special report series focuses on the business and technical drivers behind the move to colocation. 

Tagged With: cloud services, Colocation, CoreSite, data center frontier, Interconnection, special report

Real-Time Business, Data Centers & the Colocation Solution

By Paul Gillin - March 24, 2020

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In a new special report, CoreSite and Data Center Frontier take a look at how colocation can be the “nervous system” of today’s modern digital businesses. This entry in a special report series highlights the pace of real-time business. 

Tagged With: cloud services, Colocation, Colocation Provider, CoreSite, data center frontier, special report

Leveraging GaN Products – How to Get Started

By Bill Kleyman - October 8, 2018

A look inside the racks and power room at a data center in Sunnyvale, Calif. (Photos: Element Critical)

This is the final entry in a four-part Data Center Frontier special report series that explores how Gallium Nitride, or GaN, is showing significant benefits for data center equipment refreshes. This post provides a primer for leveraging GaN products in your business, and how to get started improving power efficiency. 

Tagged With: Data Center Design, Data Center Power, Energy Efficiency, Gallium Nitride, GaN special report, special report, transphorm

Decrease OPEX Using GaN Power Conversion

By Bill Kleyman - October 1, 2018

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This is the third entry in a four-part Data Center Frontier special report series that explores how Gallium Nitride, or GaN, is showing significant benefits for data center equipment refreshes. This post covers how data centers can decrease OPEX using GaN power conversion, as well as use cases that illustrate the benefits of GaN. 

Tagged With: Data Center Design, Data Center Power, Energy Efficiency, Gallium Nitride, GaN special report, special report, transphorm

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Overcoming Supply Chain Roadblocks: How to Avoid Disruptions in Your Data Center

Overcoming Supply Chain Roadblocks: How to Avoid Disruptions in Your Data Center The data center industry continues to experience significant global supply chain problems. Brett Williams of Service Express, explores the importance of leveraging the secondary hardware market to overcome supply chain roadblocks.

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The Business Case for Data Center Geo Diversity

Geo diversity, or shortening the distance that your data travels, will allow you to reaching your user bases more effectively, and create better customer experiences. This white paper from Venyu explains the benefits of a geo-diverse data center partner.

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DCF Spotlight

Data center modules on display at the recent Edge Congress conference in Austin, Texas. (Photo: Rich Miller)

Edge Computing is Poised to Remake the Data Center Landscape

Data center leaders are investing in edge computing and edge solutions and actively looking at new ways to deploy edge capacity to support evolving business and user requirements.

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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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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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