SOA Reference Architecture
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
ESSENTIAL GUIDE:
Download the Open Group Service-Oriented Architecture reference architecture.
Posted: 17 Jan 2012 | Published: 17 Jan 2012
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Virtualization Roadmap: Twists, Turns, and Key Considerations
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT:
This expert presentation transcript explores key management factors you should consider as you navigate your virtualization initiative, including licensing, memory capabilities, and more. Hear about one company's virtualization roadmap and determine whether it aligns with your own virtualization plans.
Posted: 10 Oct 2011 | Published: 10 Oct 2011
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The Banking Industry Architecture Network and TOGAF
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
ESSENTIAL GUIDE:
This paper from the Open Group reveals how banks can benefit from combining complementary industry frameworks on enterprise architecture.
Posted: 20 Feb 2012 | Published: 20 Feb 2012
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Readying Your Network for Video Collaboration
sponsored by NWN Corporation
EGUIDE:
In this exclusive E-Guide from SearchUnifiedCommunications.com, learn more about the intelligent network and how telepresence and visual collaboration is changing the modern enterprise. Uncover the extranet and desktop video requirements driving 2012 telepresence trends and how the iPad is changing enterprise video-conferencing strategies.
Posted: 16 Apr 2012 | Published: 16 Apr 2012
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TOGAF® and SABSA® Integration
sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com
IT BRIEFING:
This paper from the Open Group, documents an approach to enhance the TOGAF enterprise architecture methodology with the SABSA security architecture approach to create one holistic architecture methodology.
Posted: 05 Jan 2012 | Published: 05 Jan 2012
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E-Guide: Prioritizing Application Security Concerns
sponsored by Coverity
EGUIDE:
Application security has significantly grown and developed in sophistication over the past few years, but so have the threats that seek to wreak havoc on your software. Read this expert e-guide to learn best practices on how to ensure your applications are protected with the highest level of security possible.
Posted: 02 May 2012 | Published: 02 May 2012
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Sun Storage 5100 Flash Array: Storage Considerations for Accelerating Databases
sponsored by Oracle Corporation UK Ltd
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Oracle's revolutionary Sun Storage F5100 flash array is a simple, high-performance, ecoefficient solid-state storage solution designed to help accelerate database operations. Read this white paper to learn more.
Posted: 13 Apr 2010 | Published: 13 Apr 2010
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Buyer’s Checklist: Solid-State Storage Arrays
sponsored by SearchSolidStateStorage.com
EGUIDE:
Using flash in storage requires you to make choices, such as primary storage vs. performance cache, storage array vs. PCIe card and MLC vs. SLC. This resource outlines the case for SSDs, the pros and cons of MLC vs. SLC, MLC for the enterprise, how SSD has made inroads with SMBs, and SSD in a cache appliance.
Posted: 25 Apr 2012 | Published: 25 Apr 2012
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Accelerating Databases with Oracle's Sun Storage F5100 Flash Array Storage
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
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This white paper shows how to apply the Sun Storage F5100 Flash Array as storage for database indexes in order to accelerate application performance.
Posted: 01 Oct 2010 | Published: 01 Oct 2010
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Mobile Wireless (Cellular) Standards
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
When it comes to understanding mobile wireless (cellular) standards, things can get confusing. There are two significant global cellular standards that are in use today. Mobile handsets, including smartphones, usually are designed to support one or the other. This white paper will help you better understand cellular standards.
Posted: 25 Jan 2010 | Published: 25 Jan 2010
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How to "MAP" Your Infrastructure for Windows 7 and Server 2008
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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The Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit is a powerful inventory, assessment, and reporting tool that can securely inventory small or large IT environments without requiring the installation of any agent software. This paper explains how to utilize it to "map" your infrastructure for Windows 7 and Server 2008.
Posted: 06 Nov 2009 | Published: 06 Nov 2009
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Oracle RMAN Disk-to-Disk Backup Methods Using Sun Storage Array
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
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This document provides a high-level description of how to implement an RMAN backup and recover methodology using Sun® storage arrays as the storage medium. For more information about Oracle best practices, refer to Best Practices for Running Oracle RAC Database with ASM on a Sun Storage 6540, 6580, or 6780 Storage Array.
Posted: 21 Mar 2011 | Published: 21 Mar 2011
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Taking VMware vStorage API for Array Integration (VAAI) to the Next Dimension
sponsored by FalconStor Software
WHITE PAPER:
Read this white paper today to learn how you can overcome performance and scalability concerns in your expanding virtual environment.
Posted: 30 Apr 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012
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Reference Architecture August 2011 - Based Design Citrix XenDesktop Built on FlexPod Using Cisco Unified Computing System, Microsoft Hyper-V, and NetApp Storage
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc and Citrix
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper offers the results of a study evaluating the scalability of the Citrix XenDesktop environment on Cisco® UCS B-Series Blade Servers running Microsoft Hyper-V connected to the NetApp Storage array. In addition, review best practice recommendations and sizing guidelines for large-scale customer deployments of XenDesktop.
Posted: 17 Nov 2011 | Published: 17 Nov 2011
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Reference Architecture February 2011 - Based Design Citrix XenDesktop Built on FlexPod Using Cisco Unified Computing System, Microsoft Hyper-V, and NetApp Storage
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc and Citrix
WHITE PAPER:
This resource offers the results of a study done evaluating the scalability of the Citrix XenDesktop environment on blade servers running Microsoft Hyper-V connected to the NetApp Storage array. In addition, learn best practices for sizing large-scale customer deployments of XenDesktop on the Cisco Unified Computing System™.
Posted: 18 Nov 2011 | Published: 18 Nov 2011
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E-Guide: Business-Ready Configuration for Microsoft Hyper-V R2 on Dell PowerEdge M-Series Servers with EqualLogic Storage
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft
EGUIDE:
Business-Ready Configurations for Virtualization are a reference architecture family of products designed to aid in the ordering, deployment, and maintenance of a virtualization infrastructure. These architectures are designed to meet specific customer needs. Read on to learn more.
Posted: 08 Apr 2011 | Published: 08 Apr 2011
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Next-Generation Intelligent Storage for Virtualization
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Organizations today need a next-generation storage platform designed from the ground up to address the needs of today’s virtualized data centers. This technology brief examines the high-value capabilities built into Dell EqualLogic storage solutions and explores the benefits they deliver.
Posted: 14 Nov 2011 | Published: 14 Nov 2011
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Data Center Efficiency in the Virtual Era: Step 1 - Standardize
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
WHITE PAPER:
To achieve their business goals and unlock the value of their infrastructures, companies need a more disciplined and structured way to eliminate inefficiencies. This first installment in a three-part series explores how standardization forms the basis for deriving value from the efforts that follow.
Posted: 31 Aug 2010 | Published: 31 Aug 2010
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Flow International standardizes on Dell hardware to increase enterprise efficiency
sponsored by Dell and VMware
CASE STUDY:
In this case study Flow International standardizes on Dell hardware to increase enterprise efficiency, cut new PC deployment time by up to 10 hours, and foster collaboration among global divisions. Download now to learn more about the specific benefits achieved.
Posted: 23 Mar 2011 | Published: 23 Mar 2011
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Essential Guide to solid-state storage implementation choices
sponsored by SearchSolidStateStorage.com
EZINE:
Using solid-state storage technology requires you to make choices, such as primary storage vs. performance cache, storage array vs. PCIe card and MLC vs. SLC. This Essential Guide offers insight into the variety of SSD technologies and implementations today to help you decide what is right for your needs.
Posted: 02 Mar 2012 | Published: 02 Mar 2012
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E-Guide: Object-based File Systems Come of Age for HPC
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
EGUIDE:
Object-based file systems offer performance improvements in HPC environments, but many companies are unsure which market options are worth evaluating. This expert e-guide examines several notable offerings and explains how they can eliminate I/O bottlenecks in HPC architectures.
Posted: 20 Apr 2012 | Published: 20 Apr 2012
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Buyer’s Checklist: Midrange Storage Systems
sponsored by SearchStorage.com
EZINE:
Midrange storage systems account for approximately half of all storage array purchases. It’s a very crowded field, with systems boasting features that were previously only available on high-end arrays. There’s more choice than ever, so effectively matching your needs with a system’s capabilities is critical.
Posted: 18 Oct 2011 | Published: 18 Oct 2011
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Reference Architecture: Based Design for Implementation of Citrix XenDesktop on Cisco Unified Computing System, Citrix XenServer, and NetApp Storage
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc and Citrix
WHITE PAPER:
This document reports the results of a study evaluating the scalability of the Citrix XenDesktop environment on a Cisco® UCS B-Series Blade Servers connected to the NetApp Storage array. Gain insight on the planning, design, and deployment of Citrix XenDesktop hosted desktop virtualization solutions on the Cisco Unified Computing System.
Posted: 17 Nov 2011 | Published: 17 Nov 2011
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Storage Efficiency Best Practices: Tiering and Energy Efficiency
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
EGUIDE:
You need modern storage that is simpler, more agile, and grows along with your business. Check out this expert E-Guide to explore 8 green storage best practices that increase energy efficiency while reducing your costs.
Posted: 01 May 2012 | Published: 01 May 2012
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CW+ Open Group: The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF™ 9) and the US Department of Defense Architecture Framework
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Numerous architecture framework standards have been developed and matured over the past decade and the focus of these frameworks is diverse. Many engineers believe there is an ―either or‖ decision to be made regarding these frameworks; however, this is not always the case.
Posted: 20 Oct 2011 | Published: 20 Oct 2011
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Disaster Recovery of Oracle Database Standard Edition (SE) and Standard Edition One (SE1) on Dell EqualLogic PS Series iSCSI Storage Systems
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
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This paper provides recommended best practices to implement Dell EqualLogic storage replication as an Oracle DR solution. Read now to learn more.
Posted: 22 Feb 2012 | Published: 22 Feb 2012
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Preparing an RFI for Virtualization and the PCI Data Security Standard
sponsored by HyTrust
WHITE PAPER:
This paper discusses how protecting cardholder data is a critical and mandatory requirement for all organizations that process, store or transmit information on credit or debit cards and the requirements and guidelines for securing cardholder data are specified in the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (DSS).
Posted: 22 Mar 2011 | Published: 22 Mar 2011
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Increasing Productivity by Adopting Testing Best Practices
sponsored by Fluke Networks
WHITE PAPER:
Discover how you can increase productivity and efficiency by adopting testing best practices for your network.
Posted: 02 Apr 2012 | Published: 02 Apr 2012
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E-Guide: NAS Systems Buying Decisions
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft
EGUIDE:
Check out this E-Guide to learn about a viable and now cost-effective storage solution – NAS and what you should consider when evaluating this product for purchase. Also discover what Dell’s VP has to say about scale-out NAS and more.
Posted: 20 Mar 2012 | Published: 20 Mar 2012
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Virtual Desktop Storage Basics: Storage Allocation for VDI
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Virtual desktops may make management easier, but you have to make sure you have the right storage in place. Check out this 2-page white paper for an overview of storage-allocation tactics and technologies that will help you fully reap the cost and efficiency benefits that VDI promises.
Posted: 19 Apr 2012 | Published: 19 Apr 2012
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