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ALSO CALLED:
On-demand Computing,
On Demand Computing
DEFINITION: Utility computing is a service provisioning model in which a service provider makes computing resources and infrastructure management available to the customer as needed, and charges them for specific usage rather than a flat rate. Like other types of on-demand computing (such as grid computing), the utility model seeks to maximize the efficient use of resources and/or minimize associated costs. The
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Utility Computing Reports
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Thriving in the Ecosystem: How Web Application Interdependencies are Transforming the Business of IT
sponsored by Webmetrics, a Neustar service
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper, based on unique, primary research, will provide you with a window into these new Web ecosystem dynamics - what they are, what are the trends, who is impacted most, and what strategies are most likely to help to minimize business risk and optimize growth opportunities.
Posted: 25 Nov 2009 | Published: 25 Nov 2009
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Podcast: Server Virtualization 101 Part 1 Server Virtualization Overview
sponsored by Dell and VMware
PODCAST:
In this podcast, learn how virtualization can benefit your disaster recovery and high availability strategy. Discover the differences between physical and virtual environments and learn about architectural considerations to support virtualization.
Posted: 25 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 25 Nov 2009
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Server Virtualization 101 Part 1 Server Virtualization Overview
sponsored by Dell and VMware
VIDEO:
In this videocast, learn how virtualization can benefit your disaster recovery and high availability strategy. Discover the differences between physical and virtual environments and learn about architectural considerations to support virtualization.
Posted: 25 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 25 Nov 2009
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E-Guide: Understanding Cloud Computing Benefits, Planning and Networking
sponsored by Platform Computing Corporation
EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE:
In this expert E-Guide you will gain insight into the origins and benefits of cloud computing. Learn which key questions that should be asked when planning a cloud architecture, and explore the important network considerations that should be taken into account when beginning a cloud initiative.
Posted: 20 Nov 2009 | Published: 20 Nov 2009
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A Guide To Cloud Computing
sponsored by GlassHouse Technologies (UK) Ltd.
WHITE PAPER:
While there has been much hype around cloud computing, it is critical for executive staff of competitive enterprises to understand and begin planning for internal cloud services. IT executives must own and drive enterprise-wide cloud computing strategies.
Posted: 10 Nov 2009 | Published: 10 Nov 2009
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10 Ways to Reduce Your Email Costs Using Mimecast
sponsored by Mimecast
EGUIDE:
If you’re considering cutting costs by switching to email archiving and management in the cloud, this white paper contains useful information and best practices. Download it and learn 10 ways MimeCast can save you time and money using cloud-based email management.
Posted: 07 Oct 2009 | Published: 07 Oct 2009
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Chapter 3: SaaS on the Rise, but Does It Deliver?
sponsored by SearchCRM
EBOOK:
The emergence of Software as a Service-based applications has enabled organizations to get new applications up and running quickly and cheaply, saving resources for mission-critical tasks.
Posted: 07 Oct 2009 | Published: 07 Oct 2009
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Mainstream Cloud Computing
sponsored by IBM
WHITE PAPER:
Cloud computing is no longer an abstract, far-off concept. It has become part of mainstream discussions in the IT industry. IBM builds cloud computing solutions focused on delivering the right capabilities for each individual organization.
Posted: 05 Oct 2009 | Published: 05 Oct 2009
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Achieving Business Agility with Application Grid
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER:
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: 09 Sep 2009
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UTILITY COMPUTING DEFINITION (continued): … word utility is used to make an analogy to other services, such as electrical power, that seek to meet fluctuating customer needs, and charge for the resources based on usage rather than on a flat-rate basis. This approach, sometimes known as pay-per-use or metered services is becoming increasingly common in enterprise computing and is sometimes used for the consumer market as well, for Internet service, Web site access, file sharing, and other applications.Another version of utility computing is carried out within an enterprise. In a shared pool utility model, an enterprise centralizes its computing … Utility Computing definition sponsored by SearchDataCenter.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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