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U.S. ranks as least risky place to open data center

U.K., Germany, and Sweden follow as the least riskiest places to establish data centers, while Indonesia, India, and Brazil were at the bottom of a new survey's list

When server consolidation goes too far

Virtualization has revolutionized the data center, but less isn't always more when it comes to the number of server virtualization hosts

How to pick the provider for a solid Ethernet WAN

Not all Ethernet-based WAN circuits are created equal; be sure to ask these questions when shopping for a carrier

Data centers show signs of 'green fatigue'

Success stories from cutting-edge firms such as Google and Microsoft are causing a backlash at less capable data centers

Wake up, IT, and get a grip on SaaS

End-runs around IT may be quick, but they're not healthy for the company's overall outlook

What you need to know to build a solid Ethernet WAN

Sourcing solid network connectivity, such as for linking a pair of data centers, isn't always as straightforward as it might seem

Open Compute Project's next target: The network

Facebook, Intel, Broadcom, VMware, and company put the commoditization of switching hardware on the agenda

Review: HP 3PAR conjures powerful storage magic

HP 3PAR StoreServe 7400 combines high scalability, high performance, and a big bag of tricks for easing storage management

Red Hat CEO: We don't need Microsoft to succeed

Jim Whitehurst also explains why he sees a grim future for desktop Linux even as the open source OS gains importance

Review: 6 management suites to keep your network in tip-top health

Any one of the six management suites in this review will help you diagnose and cure data center ills

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When server consolidation goes too far
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When server consolidation goes too far

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Virtualization has revolutionized the data center, but less isn't always more when it comes to the number of server virtualization hosts
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