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Cisco and cloud computing: Go with the networking giant?
Why adopt a network vendor's cloud offering? Because Cisco's integrated systems could be a fit for organizations considering data center overhauls. Feature
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Hybrid cloud computing explained
Why choose between public or private cloud when you can have the best of both worlds? Our hybrid cloud tutorial outlines the benefits and risks of this in-demand cloud model. Tutorial
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Analyzing today's hybrid cloud architectures
Everyone wants a hybrid cloud, but not all major vendors provide them. Take a look at the more prominent hybrid environments, along with tips and tricks for hybrid cloud adoption. Tutorial
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What converged infrastructure brings to private cloud
Next-gen hardware, designed with virtualization and cloud computing in mind, aims to solve the scalability problems that come with do-it-yourself virtual infrastructures. Overview
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The last cloud computing definition you'll ever need
What is cloud computing? This overview defines cloud for once and for all -- until the next round of vendor hype. Feature
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Top 10 cloud computing providers of 2011
Which cloud computing provider leads the pack? This top 10 list takes all the big names and ranks their impact on the cloud world. Slideshow
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Joyent: 2011 top cloud computing provider
Joyent's platform software and cloud infrastructure partnership with hardware leader Dell earned the company another spot on our top 10 cloud providers list. Slideshow
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CSC: 2011 top cloud computing provider
CSC's integrated private cloud service and associations with VCE and Google Apps got them the number five spot on our list of the top 10 cloud computing providers. Slideshow
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Comparing four cloud computing strategies
It's important for prospective cloud adopters to know what the key vendors are planning. Our expert explains what to expect from four different offerings. Feature
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Deciphering VMware's cloud computing vernacular
VMware vCloud Director comes with its own glossary of cloud-related terms. Our expert explains which ones IT pros need to know before configuring VMware’s latest cloud service. Tutorial
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IT pros will take a harder look at cloud computing in 2012
IT pros always talk the talk when it comes to investing in cloud. Our annual survey suggests they're still not be ready to walk the walk in 2012. News | 29 Dec 2011
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HP turns to cloud computing, but can it execute?
The latest updates to HP's cloud options show the tech giant has read the memo on cloud computing but still has to deliver. News | 30 Nov 2011
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Cloud architect shakes up IT organization at Activision
Rick Parker has the daunting task of transforming a traditional IT department into a cloud-ready organization. Can he do it? News | 04 Oct 2011
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Developments in the Azure and Windows Server 8 pairing
Microsoft made the Windows Server 8 and Azure connection clearer, raising hopes for easier development in the cloud. News | 15 Sep 2011
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Harvard University preps for cloud move
Harvard has a homespun private cloud, but it wants to get out of the data center business altogether and move into a community cloud. News | 14 Sep 2011
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Amazon GovCloud lurches toward private vs. public cloud
The U.S. government paid Amazon big bucks to build a private cloud, but some question how private it really is. And can any enterprise buy one? Column | 18 Aug 2011
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Vendors' cloud prep portends pain for enterprise IT
Two vendors' personal struggles with building a private cloud provide a taste of what's coming for the enterprise data center. Column | 05 Aug 2011
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VMware vCloud Director 1.5: Small but definitive step forward
vCloud Director 1.5 is a baby step toward the private cloud utopia for VMware customers. Here's what you need to know and how users are reacting to the new product. News | 15 Jul 2011
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The lure of brand and cloud computing
A little known company recently dropped big bucks on VCE's cloud-in-a-box, vBlock, and got big brand recognition. But is it worth it to spend on name-brand cloud basics? Column | 30 Jun 2011
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Building out a private cloud, Chicago style
Illinois techies band together to sneak a cloud through the system and deliver for schools. News | 30 Jun 2011
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Keys to integrated cloud application management
Seamless cloud application management isn’t a pipe dream. By following a few steps, cloud admins can monitor cloud app performance from one interface. Tip
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Digging deeper into IBM SmartCloud for private clouds
IBM SmartCloud services give enterprises some options to build private and hybrid clouds and may give IBM a chance to improve its lagging cloud image. Tip
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Hybrid cloud management tools and strategies
Determining how to manage hybrid clouds can seem daunting. The trick is to identify what you need to manage and the best types of tools for the job. Tip
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Six principles of HP Cloud Services
Lining up cloud platforms from major vendors can cause vertigo. What’s the difference among private cloud products? Take a look at HP Cloud Services. Tip
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Four cloud computing myths debunked
Misinformation and misconceptions surround the cloud market, and falling for these four myths can ruin your cloud project. Tip
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Enterprise IT cloud wish list for 2012
Enterprises have some wishes for the cloud for 2012. They’d like price cuts, cloud security standards and realistic coverage of the market. Tip
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Monitoring cloud workload activities
Do you know what your cloud is doing? Monitoring cloud workloads can help spot performance problems that might be lurking behind the scenes. Tip
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Building a Citrix private cloud in six steps
Are you ready to build a private cloud? Use Citrix’s cloud offerings and follow these six steps to get your cloud up and running. Tip
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Narrow down your cloud tool choices
Choosing the right tool for your cloud can streamline tasks like app migration, management and automation. Here’s a look at what’s out there. Tip
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Demystifying the private cloud
Enterprises are still trying to figure out private cloud and how it fits with their IT plans. Proving its benefits must be their next step. Tip
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Amazon's EC2 model and database-intensive apps
Is the EC2 model a good option for virtualizing database-intensive applications? Ask the Expert
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cloud-in-a-can (cloud in a box)
A cloud-in-a-can, also called a cloud in a box, is a marketing term used to describe a turnkey product for private cloud deployments. Definition
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Hyper-V Cloud
Hyper-V Cloud is a combination of Microsoft virtualization and virtualization management software that makes it easier for businesses to virtualize their existing server hardware assets and either consolidate them or move them to the cloud. Definition
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desktop as a service (DaaS)
Desktop as a service (DaaS), also called virtual desktop or hosted desktop, is the outsourcing of a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to a third party service provider. Word
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hybrid cloud
A hybrid cloud is a cloud computing environment in which an organization provides and manages some resources in-house and has others provided externally. For example, an organization might use a public cloud service, such as Amazon Simple Storage Ser... Word
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private cloud (internal cloud or corporate cloud)
Private cloud (also called internal cloud) is a marketing term for an enterprise computing architecture that's protected by a firewall. Promotion of the private cloud model is designed to appeal to an organization that wants more control over their d... Word
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Choosing a hybrid cloud provider
Hybrid cloud attracts companies craving flexibility and control. Signing with the wrong provider, though, will leave you begging for a loophole. Video
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VMware CTO explains vSphere 5 licensing changes
The release of vSphere 5 has users talking, especially about the licensing and pricing changes, but Citrix is still trying to steal the spotlight with its acquisition of Cloud.com. Video
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From virtualization to private cloud: Making the move
Moving from virtualization to private cloud can be rewarding, but also challenging. The authors of a new book on private cloud discuss the obstacles and share their advice. Podcast
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Randy Bias dumps on enterprise clouds
Randy Bias, CTO and co-founder of Cloudscaling, discusses why he thinks enterprise clouds are doomed to fail. Video
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Microsoft unveils new cloud project
Microsoft unveiled Project Concero, a new cloud-based System Center feature, at its Management Summit 2011. Video
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IBM and VCE pitch private clouds
It's private cloud and more private cloud as we discuss IBM's ingenious work integrating Tivoli and VMware, along with the pros and cons of VCE for private cloud. Video
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Desktops in the cloud? Not yet
Desktop computing analyst and blogger Brian Madden shares his view on desktops migrating to the cloud. Find out why your desktops are staying right where they are. Video
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Debating the 10 best cloud providers of 2011
Jo and Carl discuss the new top 10 cloud computing service providers list, including who made the cut and who got dropped from last year's rankings. Video
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The pros and cons of Verizon's Terremark buy
Verizon's acquisition of Terremark is analyzed: Was it worth it? How much is Terremark's cloud business actually making today? Video
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Cloud computing models: Public vs. private vs. hybrid
Find out the differences between the three major types of cloud computing models: public cloud, private cloud and hybrid cloud. Video
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Keys to integrated cloud application management
Seamless cloud application management isn’t a pipe dream. By following a few steps, cloud admins can monitor cloud app performance from one interface. Tip
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Digging deeper into IBM SmartCloud for private clouds
IBM SmartCloud services give enterprises some options to build private and hybrid clouds and may give IBM a chance to improve its lagging cloud image. Tip
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Hybrid cloud management tools and strategies
Determining how to manage hybrid clouds can seem daunting. The trick is to identify what you need to manage and the best types of tools for the job. Tip
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Six principles of HP Cloud Services
Lining up cloud platforms from major vendors can cause vertigo. What’s the difference among private cloud products? Take a look at HP Cloud Services. Tip
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Four cloud computing myths debunked
Misinformation and misconceptions surround the cloud market, and falling for these four myths can ruin your cloud project. Tip
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Choosing a hybrid cloud provider
Hybrid cloud attracts companies craving flexibility and control. Signing with the wrong provider, though, will leave you begging for a loophole. Video
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Enterprise IT cloud wish list for 2012
Enterprises have some wishes for the cloud for 2012. They’d like price cuts, cloud security standards and realistic coverage of the market. Tip
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IT pros will take a harder look at cloud computing in 2012
IT pros always talk the talk when it comes to investing in cloud. Our annual survey suggests they're still not be ready to walk the walk in 2012. News
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Monitoring cloud workload activities
Do you know what your cloud is doing? Monitoring cloud workloads can help spot performance problems that might be lurking behind the scenes. Tip
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HP turns to cloud computing, but can it execute?
The latest updates to HP's cloud options show the tech giant has read the memo on cloud computing but still has to deliver. News
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About Building a private cloud infrastructure
For companies considering cloud computing, private clouds are a good starting point. Building and managing a private cloud enables you to pool hardware, storage, network, Web, and virtualization resources for more flexible, dynamic and on-demand requirements. Get news and research on the benefits of pooling resources into private clouds to address a business's changing computing needs as well as the potential drawbacks of managing private clouds. This topic covers VMware, Virtual Datacenter OS, vSphere, Egenera, Citrix Cloud Center, 3Tera, rPath and Hyperic.