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Top private cloud management strategies
After briefly considering public cloud computing, many companies are opting for private models instead. This expert IT handbook provides an in-depth overview of private cloud computing and offers exclusive advice to help companies make the move from ... E-Handbook
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Public vs. private: Comparing cloud architectures
Private clouds and public clouds are making steady headway in today's enterprises. But deciding between the different cloud architectures can be a challenge because each one is not appropriate for every application, user group or organization. Stephe... E-Zine
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Pros and cons of moving to the cloud
Cloud offerings are available today, but the technology and practices are still evolving. Organizations should consider a number of tradeoffs and implications carefully before making the move to the cloud. Learn which issues might make the case for c... E-Zine
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What is cloud computing, and what can it really do?
In Volume 7 of Virtual Data Center, Scott Lowe describes how cloud computing is designed, with a vision of dynamically scaled resources to handle varying compute loads and satisfy business needs for flexibility and rapid change. Nicole Harding asks G... E-Zine
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How do you know if your business needs to build a private cloud?
Cloud computing is a hot topic these days, but it's not right for everyone. Our experts weigh in on when it makes sense to build a private cloud. Advisory Board
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Private cloud deployment made easy
To ensure a smooth private cloud deployment, it's vital that you learn the best practices and how to apply virtualization techniques in a new way. guide
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Cloud computing defined: Strategies for your enterprise
Today’s cloud holds a lot of promise but still poses a number of security, interoperability and access concerns Feature
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Gartner Q&A on cloud computing and security
Gartner’s John Pescatore describes what data center managers should know about security and cloud-based services Feature
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Columbia Sportswear's move from virtualization to private cloud computing
Columbia Sportswear parlayed server virtualization into a private cloud. Along the way, it found that its management tools needed serious rethinking. News | 13 May 2013
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Cloud management gets muddied with VMware vCloud Automation Center
IT pros are waiting for VMware’s vCloud management stack to fully solidify before making any purchasing decisions. News | 09 Oct 2012
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VMware vs. Microsoft: Cloud management is the new battlefield
For an accurate view of the competition between these industry titans, it’s best to look at the big picture in private and public cloud, experts say. News | 19 Jun 2012
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Virtualization at a “freemium” and other potent quotables
Veeam has new “freemium” software, VMware patched a hole in its vFabric, and Oracle Cloud doesn’t play well with others. Read what people said about this week in virtualization. News | 08 Jun 2012
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VMware ships vCloud Connector 1.5: News in brief
VMware says customers can ease in to a hybrid cloud with vCloud Connector 1.5. Plus: other virtualization news from Neverfail, Reflex and more. News | 18 Nov 2011
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VMware previews vSphere 5 at Partner Exchange
VMware says vSphere 5, which is due out this summer, will add Storage DRS, host-based replication and network I/O control at the VM level. News | 10 Feb 2011
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Microsoft challenges VMware vCloud Director with SCVMM 2012
Microsoft's System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 could take on VMware's vCloud Director and its private cloud computing management vision. Article | 19 Nov 2010
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Hyper-V 3.0 has all you need to build a private cloud
Building a private cloud isn't as easy as Microsoft makes it seem. Pairing System Center 2012 with Hyper-V 3.0 can simplify an onerous process. Tip
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Recipe for a fully baked private cloud and self-service portal
Cooking up a private cloud with a self-service portal can free up time otherwise spent provisioning VMs. You just need the right ingredients. Tip
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Why IT chargeback is essential to private cloud infrastructure
IT chargeback is a necessary cog for private clouds and one of the most difficult to deploy. Luckily, there are several ways to set up chargeback. Tip
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Private cloud performance monitoring: Crafting a plan of attack
Private cloud performance monitoring is critical, and the best plans take a multi-prong approach that build off of virtualization best practices. Tip
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Right-sizing and capacity planning strategies for private clouds
Without right-sizing VMs and capacity planning strategies, any private cloud will falter. You can avoid trouble with careful planning and monitoring. Tip
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Moving to the cloud: Tips for mature virtual data centers
Many IT shops have their sights on moving to the cloud. With a virtual infrastructure in place, you’re well on your way, after a few additions. Tip
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New Microsoft private cloud certification in the works
Mum's the word on the new Microsoft private cloud certification. But here’s what we do know… Tip
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Calming fears about cloud provider service outages
Cloud provider service outages are worth the trouble, because there are ways to limit the downtime while still reaping the benefits of a hybrid cloud. Tip
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Private cloud architecture: Ditching trial and error for frameworks
When it comes to private cloud architecture, data center design best practices are hard to come by. Luckily, some early adopters are leading the way. Tip
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Private cloud strategy: A four-step plan for success
To get the benefits of cloud computing, you need a solid cloud strategy. Prepping for private cloud computing begins with the assets you already have. Tip
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cloud-to-cloud migration
Cloud-to-cloud migration (C2C) is the movement of physical or virtual machines -- along with their associated configurations, operating systems, applications and storage -- from one cloud computing provider to another. Definition
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From virtualization to private cloud: Making the move
Moving from virtualization to private cloud can be rewarding, but also challenging. The authors of a new book on private cloud discuss the obstacles and share their advice. Podcast
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Private cloud computing: Hype vs. reality
Many organizations are just starting to look at private cloud computing. Two virtualization experts discuss their experiences with this new IT model. Podcast
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Columbia Sportswear's move from virtualization to private cloud computing
Columbia Sportswear parlayed server virtualization into a private cloud. Along the way, it found that its management tools needed serious rethinking. News
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How do you know if your business needs to build a private cloud?
Cloud computing is a hot topic these days, but it's not right for everyone. Our experts weigh in on when it makes sense to build a private cloud. Advisory Board
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cloud-to-cloud migration
Cloud-to-cloud migration (C2C) is the movement of physical or virtual machines -- along with their associated configurations, operating systems, applications and storage -- from one cloud computing provider to another. Definition
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Cloud management gets muddied with VMware vCloud Automation Center
IT pros are waiting for VMware’s vCloud management stack to fully solidify before making any purchasing decisions. News
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Hyper-V 3.0 has all you need to build a private cloud
Building a private cloud isn't as easy as Microsoft makes it seem. Pairing System Center 2012 with Hyper-V 3.0 can simplify an onerous process. Tip
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Recipe for a fully baked private cloud and self-service portal
Cooking up a private cloud with a self-service portal can free up time otherwise spent provisioning VMs. You just need the right ingredients. Tip
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Top private cloud management strategies
After briefly considering public cloud computing, many companies are opting for private models instead. This expert IT handbook provides an in-depth overview of private cloud computing and offers exclusive advice to help companies make the move from ... E-Handbook
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Private cloud deployment made easy
To ensure a smooth private cloud deployment, it's vital that you learn the best practices and how to apply virtualization techniques in a new way. guide
-
Why IT chargeback is essential to private cloud infrastructure
IT chargeback is a necessary cog for private clouds and one of the most difficult to deploy. Luckily, there are several ways to set up chargeback. Tip
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Private cloud performance monitoring: Crafting a plan of attack
Private cloud performance monitoring is critical, and the best plans take a multi-prong approach that build off of virtualization best practices. Tip
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About Cloud computing architecture
As companies move beyond consolidating their server hardware through server virtualization, many have moved to build cloud computing architectures, including private clouds. Server vritualization enables this new IT infrastructure though self-provisioning of servers, improved and automated server management and shared use of IT resources.