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Virtual Desktop Toolbox

There's no one-size-fits all solution for application delivery, personalization, and network and performance monitoring. However, you can significantly simplify virtual desktop management if you leverage the right tools. Read this virtual desktop e-book, featuring experts Brian Madden and Gabe Knuth, to gain key insights on connection brokers, WAN optimization, personalization software, and much more.

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    Moving applications, development and data to the cloud means a new paradigm of IT and security management. You’ll need clear visibility into how data moves outside your organization, where it’s stored and who has access to it.

    This essential guide from Information Security Magazine offers expert advice on security around your organization’s cloud computing efforts. View now as featured articles cover:

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    There are smarter ways to deal with reallocating your unused server and storage hardware. You no longer need to destroy the hard drives as you provision the chassis to the garbage can. Every server refresh doesn't have to involve a resulting fire sale on eBay. With a bit of planning, a specific tiering-out of your system priorities and a dash of virtualization, you can breathe new life into your old servers -- even as you bring in replacements with all of their powerful new capabilities. Read this e-book to learn more.

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