Editors' Picks
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Dell goes private to attempt balancing act with PCs and IT services
Newly private Dell will be able to take more risks and move its devices and services ambitions forward. What will this mean for Dell PCs?13 Sep 2013
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Juniper cloud specialization unveiled; plus, IBM, Tech Data, more news
The new Juniper cloud specialization establishes three new partner types; IBM searches for a new channel chief as Bill Donohue steps down.13 Sep 2013
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Experts, users weigh in on OpenPower's open source data center systems
IBM and tech innovators such as Google have formed an open source server consortium around Power processors. Can they reinvigorate IBM Power?13 Sep 2013
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Changes to IBM VM memory management for mainframes' larger workloads
Large VMs and varied workloads prompted several VM memory management updates to IBM's z/VM 6.3 for mainframes.12 Sep 2013
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Using remote DL/1 for long-distance IMS database requests
IBM's remote DL/1 function shipping technology enables long-distance IMS database changes securely. Here's how to set up and work with remote DL/1.11 Sep 2013
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Dell nips NetApp for top midrange storage array vendors honors
Dell beat out NetApp in a seesaw battle to lead another strong field in the eighth Quality Awards for midrange storage array vendors.04 Sep 2013
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Software-defined storage might not be so radical after all
Software-defined storage isn't as new an idea as it may seem, as storage virtualization vendors have been working toward it for years.04 Sep 2013
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SearchCloudSecurity's Cloud computing security certification guide
Certification expert Ed Tittel examines the growing number of cloud computing security certifications, both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific.04 Sep 2013
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DB2 BLU Acceleration boosts IBM's flagship RDBMS
Upstart analytic engines are hot. Is IBM's DB2 BLU catching up? One railroad sees speeded queries while tapping tried-and-true programming skills.29 Aug 2013
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All-in-one data center systems breaking out of remote computing niche
Containerized data center systems meet a niche demand for remote or temporary computing. With evolving IT workloads, they may become mainstream.28 Aug 2013
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IBM STG co-selling model requires all deals to go through partners
The IBM STG division is introducing a co-selling model, in which IBM's direct sales force will get paid for a deal only if it goes through a partner.27 Aug 2013
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Programming thread-safe mainframe applications with the CICS ENQ command
Thread safety in mainframe applications means better vertical integration. Take full advantage with the CICS ENQ command.26 Aug 2013
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Continuity Software's risk detection line adds SAN configuration app
Continuity Software's AvailabilityGuard enterprise suite of risk detection products now scans FC switches with the addition of SAN configuration app.23 Aug 2013
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A midsummer night's bad dream: The CIO position regresses
The seamless integration and provisioning of IT services is a lofty goal for even the most seasoned CIO. We don't have time for that.21 Aug 2013
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Actifio takes copy data out-of-band for critical apps
Actifio, which manages copy data for improved data protection, adds out-of-band support for applications, such as Microsoft Exchange and SQL.20 Aug 2013
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How four providers ranked in head-to-head cloud performance benchmarks
Don't partner with a cloud service provider until you have clear evidence of performance metrics. Here's how four providers stacked up.20 Aug 2013
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Cloud certifications for solution providers: Are they worth the investment?
Cloud certifications promise market differentiation for solution providers, but some observers say the field is too broad to certify against.19 Aug 2013
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How to handle big data in enterprise IT environments
Database appliances are emerging as unlikely heroes of big data handling in enterprise data centers, not least of all because IBM acquired Netezza.16 Aug 2013
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IBM acquires Trusteer, forms cybersecurity software lab in Israel
IBM acquires Trusteer, a software company known for its expertise in enterprise endpoint defense and advanced malware protection.15 Aug 2013
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EMC upgrades DLm to woo mainframe tape users to disk
EMC pumps up its Disk Library for mainframe virtual tape library (VTL) boxes with faster speed and more capacity.13 Aug 2013
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