Securing Layer 2
| sponsored by Global Knowledge
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For many years network administrators have expected security breaches to come from outside an organization or at the upper layers of the OSI model. This paper will focus on securing layer 2 switching at the access layer through port security and preventing denial of service (DoS) attacks at layer 2.
Posted: 12 Feb 2010 | Published: 12 Feb 2010
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Podcast: Overcoming the challenges of virtualization in your infrastructure
| sponsored by Citrix
PODCAST:
In this podcast, learn about the emerging technologies driving the transition to App Delivery 2.0. Uncover how network virtualization can be applied to better optimize application delivery, provide increased flexibility and create an efficient network infrastructure with a mix of hardware and software solutions.
Posted: 16 Jul 2010 | Premiered: 16 Jul 2010
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Overcoming the Challenges of Virtualization in your Infrastructure
| sponsored by Citrix
WEBCAST:
In this webcast learn about the emerging technologies driving the transition to App Delivery 2.0. Uncover how network virtualization can be applied to better optimize application delivery, provide increased flexibility and create an efficient network infrastructure with a mix of hardware and software solutions.
Posted: 01 Jul 2010 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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The OSI Model: Understanding the Seven Layers of Computer Networks
| sponsored by Global Knowledge
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This paper explains each of the seven layers of OSI model, including their functions and their relationships, also it provide with an overview of the network process, which can act as a framework for understanding the details of computer networking.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2006
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New Enterprise Desktop E-Zine Volume 2: User Virtualization - The Final Layer
| sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
EZINE:
One barrier to the mass adoption of desktop virtualization is that users are often reluctant to surrender their highly personalized profiles. This issue of New Enterprise Desktop eZine takes a look at how user virtualization is breaking through this barrier-without taking away users' individuality.
Posted: 17 Nov 2009 | Published: 17 Nov 2009
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Layered Tech sees 22% performance increase by building new infrastructure using Dell servers that takes managed hosting and cloud services to a new level
| sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
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When a major acquisition made Layered Tech a larger company with new goals and an opportunity to expand its customer base, the IT team had to revamp its infrastructure to match. Read this case study to learn about the solutions they use to provide the technology and infrastructure that best meets the needs of their customers.
Posted: 24 Nov 2009 | Published: 24 Sep 2009
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Under Siege: Protecting the Gateway and Network From Predators Requires New Layers of Security
| sponsored by CDW Corporation
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Threats today burrow deep in computers and hide. Check out this paper to learn the latest research findings related to data breaches and what you can do to protect your organization's data and reputation.
Posted: 08 Sep 2009 | Published: 16 Mar 2009
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Future-Proofing the Core, the Distribution Layer, and the Wiring Closet of Enterprise Networks
| sponsored by D-Link
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With so much riding on the availability and performance of the network, businesses of all sizes need a reliable infrastructure that eliminates downtime and is highly efficient, and flexible to handle the challenges of ever-increasing bandwidth. Read this paper to learn what you should look for in a solution and how to choose the proper vendor.
Posted: 15 Jun 2010 | Published: 15 Jun 2010
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Protecting the Virtual Environment Using Auto-Snapshot Manager/VMware Edition
| sponsored by Dell, Inc.
TECHNICAL ARTICLE:
This Technical Report focuses on the installation, configuration and usage of Auto-Snapshot Manager/VMware™ Edition to obtain hypervisor aware snapshots and provide an additional layer of data protection for the Virtual Environment.
Posted: 24 Aug 2009 | Published: 01 Oct 2008
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P2V Benefits: Moving Servers From the Physical to the Virtual World Cuts Costs, Saves Space and Parallels Green Initiatives
| sponsored by CDW Corporation
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Virtualization basically means inserting a software layer between your hardware and your operating system. This decouples the operating system from the hardware and allows you to run many operating systems at the same time on top of that same physical piece of hardware. Read this short paper to learn about the benefits of using virtual servers.
Posted: 08 Sep 2009 | Published: 08 Sep 2009
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Application Grid: Ideal Platform for IT Consolidation
| sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER:
Application grid brings the same type of efficiency, scalability, and quality of service to the application layer that database clusters brings to the database layer. With an application grid you get greater efficiency, exceptional agility, and superior quality of service. Download this free white paper now.
Posted: 18 Sep 2009 | Published: 01 Apr 2009
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Achieving Business Agility with Application Grid
| sponsored by Oracle Corporation
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Application grid brings the same type of efficiency, scalability, and quality of service to the application layer. Discover how to get greater efficiency, exceptional agility, and superior quality of service with an application grid.
Posted: 09 Sep 2009 | Published: 19 Dec 2008
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Data Center Projects: System Planning
| sponsored by APC by Schneider Electric
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The planning sequence described in this paper covers the design of the data center's physical infrastructure layer, whose job it is to house, power, cool, and protect the data center's computing and network functions.
Posted: 04 Feb 2009 | Published: 03 Feb 2009
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Business Ready Solutions for Virtual Infrastructure Availability Using Dell™ PowerEdge™ Servers, Dell Powervault™ Storage, and VMware vSphere™
| sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
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This white paper presents an example configuration and best practices for deploying and configuring a highly available architecture using an example solution configuration and then discussing how the configuration helps in maximizing uptime.
Posted: 24 Nov 2009 | Published: 24 Jul 2009
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Network Virtualization Planning Guide
| sponsored by Vyatta Inc.
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Read this paper to learn how virtual networks become a necessary tool to facilitate and secure communications between virtual machines and within virtual servers.
Posted: 28 Jan 2010 | Published: 28 Jan 2010
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Podcast: Does Exchange 2010 Eliminate the Need for 3rd Party Archiving Solutions?
| sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc.
PODCAST:
Listen to this podcast to discover what Exchange 2010 archiving entails and learn about its capabilities and limitations. Learn why it is essential to have a retention policy in place to meet e-discovery regulations and determine how Exchange 2010 and 3rd party archiving tools compare when it comes to compliance.
Posted: 21 Jul 2010 | Premiered: 21 Jul 2010
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Leading Transportation Company Saves Thousands of Dollars in Hardware Costs for Disaster Recovery Setup using VMware Infrastructure 3 and Dell EqualLogic Storage Arrays
| sponsored by Dell and VMware
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Acme Truck Line, Inc. wanted to develop a cost-effective, comprehensive disaster recovery plan. Read this brief case study to see how they implemented VMware Infrastructure 3 and Dell EqualLogic iSCSI SANs to deliver an affordable and flexible virtual platform that supports disaster recovery needs for companies of all sizes.
Posted: 01 Jun 2009 | Published: 29 May 2009
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Advanced Virtualization E-Book: Chapter 3 - Essentials of High-Availability Planning
| sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
EBOOK:
Design, management and testing can make or break high availability in your virtual environment. Chapter 3 of this Advanced Virtualization E-Book discusses the essentials of high availability planning.
Posted: 05 Mar 2010 | Published: 05 Mar 2010
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Networking Best Practices for VMware® Infrastructure 3 on Dell™ PowerEdge™ Blade Servers
| sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER:
This whitepaper provides an overview of the networking architecture for VMware® Infrastructure 3 on Dell™ PowerEdge blade servers. It provides best practices for deploying and configuring your network in the VMware environment.
Posted: 17 Nov 2009 | Published: 01 Apr 2009
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Making the Right Server Selection Part 3 - Maintaining your servers and measuring ROI
| sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Microsoft
EGUIDE:
This final article in a three-part series looks at maintaining and expanding your server networks, as well as calculating ROI.
Posted: 15 Apr 2010 | Published: 15 Apr 2010
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3 Ways to Reduce Power Consumption Costs
| sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
When power management is not centralized nor built into your overall IT operational processes, it can often impede system maintenance, patching and vulnerability scans. That’s why organizations must carefully consider their tools, strategies and policies around power management if they’re seeking to go green.
Posted: 27 Jul 2010 | Published: 27 Jul 2010
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InterMapper 5.3.2
| sponsored by Dartware
PRODUCT DEMO:
InterMapper with integrated NetFlow analysis provides a big picture view of network operations and early warning of device performance and network traffic issues.
Posted: 13 Jan 2010 | Published: 13 Jan 2010
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Does Exchange 2010 Eliminate the Need for 3rd Party Archiving Solutions?
| sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc.
WEBCAST:
The release of Exchange Server/Outlook 2010 brought about tools that allow for integrated archiving, retention and discovery functionality. In this webcast, our expert explains these new features and why you may not want to rely on these tools as your full archiving solution quite yet.
Posted: 17 Jul 2010 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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The Top 3 Cost-Cutting Mistakes CIOs Make And How to Avoid Them
| sponsored by Rally Software Development Corp.
WHITE PAPER:
The current economic downturn has resulted in contraction of IT Department budgets and a mandate to allocate resources to only the most critical projects, then execute flawlessly. In these tough times, it is imperative for CIOs to deliver more value from as IT budgets fall..
Posted: 03 Apr 2009 | Published: 03 Apr 2009
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Budgeting with Tagetik 3.0 Enabled by Microsoft SharePoint
| sponsored by Tagetik Software
WEBCAST:
Listen to this webcast to learn about a complete software solution that can support Performance Management, extended Business Intelligence, Collaboration and Communication while maximizing all of Microsoft and Tagetik technology frameworks.
Posted: 23 Jun 2010 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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