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Distributed Computing

ALSO CALLED: Distributed Networking and Distributed Processing
DEFINITION: Computing is said to be "distributed" when the computer programming and data that computers work on are spread out over more than one computer, usually over a network. Computing prior to low-cost computer power on the desktop, was organized in centralized "glass houses" (so-called because the computers  … 
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Secure Business Advisor: Network Capability & Vulnerability Assessment
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE DEMO:   Posted: 22 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
SUMMARY: This tool will help you assess your current network, understand where the opportunities and risks are, and get customized recommendations for addressing your unique challenges.

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TOPICS:  Networking

Connect Your Business through Networking Technology
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
SOFTWARE DEMO:   Posted: 22 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Aug 2007
SUMMARY: This tool is an educational tool along with a short assessment that demonstrates how a business can take advantage of real cost savings and benefits when they're connected - using networking technology.

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TOPICS:  Networking | ROI

 
DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING DEFINITION (continued): …  were often shown to visitors through picture windows). Although these centers still exist, large and small enterprises over time are moving (distributing) applications and data to where they can operate most efficiently in the enterprise, to some mix of desktop workstations, local area network servers, regional servers, Web servers, and other servers. A popular trend has been client/server computing which is simply the view that a client computer can provide certain capabilities … 
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