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Why web security is best served in the cloud
This paper discusses the new generation of web security offerings provided by service providers in the cloud, where protection is applied at the point where the threats are being seen—that is, directed at web-based applications. In taking the protection nearer to the threats, organisations can benefit from vastly improved internet security as the threats are stopped before they ever reach the network. This paper discusses the reality of web-based threats today, and discusses the drivers for cloud-based computing and the benefits that organisations will see from use of a dedicated service provider for handling functions that are necessary, but that are not a core competence of the organisation. It is intended to be read by executives at companies of all sizes, and especially those at small and medium organisations that have little to gain from running such services themselves.
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Hot Aisle vs. Cold Aisle Containment
Both hot and cold air containment can significantly improve the predictability and efficiency of data centre cooling systems. While both approaches eliminate the mixing of hot and cold air, there are practical differences in implementation that have significant consequences. This paper examines both methodologies and highlights the reasons why hot aisle containment emerges as the preferred best practice.
Selecting an Industry-Standard Metric for Data Centre Efficiency
The development of standards for the measurement and specification of data centre efficiency is an essential step in the global effort to reduce the environmental impact of data centres. This paper explains some of the metrics that have been used and suggests which is the most effective.
How To Run An Efficient Data Centre
In the recession, businesses face the challenge of achieving more with less. At the same time, environmental concerns mean that society as a whole must use less power and reduce its carbon emissions. With virtualisation, and newer hardware, the fact is companies can achieve energy savings at the same time as improving the performance of their IT infrastructure and business process. In this How To Guide, eWEEK Europe offers IT departments the freshest information on the subject, and practical advice.
Top Five Issues for Server Administration
Managing servers in order to maximize their availability represents a critical objective for most IT staff. In particular, server administrators need to know where the systems are located; what hardware and software
is present on each; whether the server is secure; and if the server is performing optimally and functioning properly. However, they also need to be able to access servers remotely in one unique point.
Power Distribution Considerations for Data Center Racks
As data centers strive to become highly available as well as effi cient, an important aspect of the entire data center infrastructure that needs special attention is their power distribution strategy. an EPA study mentioned that the power consumption costs of a data center can account for as much as 30 percent of a company's IT budget. This white paper discusses the considerations that need to be made while choosing the appropriate power distribution products at the rack level.