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E-Guide: Expert guide to new features in Windows Server 2008 R2 by Dell and Microsoft

May 19, 2011 - (Free Research)

This expert e-guide examines the top ten Windows Server 2008 R2 enhancements that organizations should consider before deciding to upgrade to this new operating system. Plus, learn how to leverage Hyper-V to monitor memory in your virtual server environment.

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Delivering Self-Service BI on the Windows Platform by Dell, Inc. and Intel

April 26, 2011 - (Free Research)

Dell and Intel and Microsoft have partnered to provide a high-performance, reliable, secure business intelligence platform that puts familiar applications and collaboration capabilities in the hands of business analysts while giving IT the tools it needs to efficiently manage and maintain the technology. Check out this white paper to learn more.

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Quantum DXi 7500 Support for Veritas NetBackup 6.5 VTL-Direct-to-Tape Feature from Symantec by Quantum Corporation

June 2008 - (Free Research)

The DXi7500 is the disk backup and remote replication system for data centers where a premium is placed on scalability, performance, high availability, and flexibility.

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Provergent Suite - Telecom Order & Inventory Software by Digital Fairway, Inc.

The Provergent Communication Asset Management Suite helps to manage the planning, procuring, provisioning, auditing & delivering of communications services. Provergent allows you to build accurate & easy to manage centralized inventories, backed up by automated provisioning processes to manage all moves, adds, changes & deletes in the inventory.

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vokeStream Market Snapshot: Automated Testing of Networks and Connected Devices by Fanfare

November 2007 - (Free Research)

Service providers and network equipment manufacturers are adding automation to their pre-production testing process for a combination of reasons. This Market Snapshot will focus on the need for test automation of networks and connected devices, identify a path to automation adoption and provide an overview of the market.

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The Innovation Barrier, Part 2: Symptoms, Solutions, and the Impact on Equipment Manufacturers by Fanfare

November 2007 - (Free Research)

This paper is the second in a two-part series exploring the innovation barrier – the point at which testing can no longer keep pace with development in the equipment manufacturing industry. It examines the innovation barrier’s symptoms – from slowdowns in development to mounting quality issues – and the potential impact on equipment manufacturers.

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Network Equipment Testing : How to Effectively Manage its Complexity by Fanfare

February 2007 - (Free Research)

This report examines the people, process and technology supporting network equipment testing. It provides insight on how various companies measure the value testing delivers during release process. Voke. Inc, also provides recommendations on resolving the growing challenges for testing organizations.

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Empowering QA and Equipment Testers by Fanfare

November 2006 - (Free Research)

To improve test coverage without adding more resources, QA groups need a new kind of automation tool. This white paper describes a breakthrough approach to high-tech equipment testing that empowers equipment testers to increase coverage and spend more time on creative testing.

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Gartner: Reducing storage costs by ComputerWeekly.com

March 2012 - (Free Research)

Gartner research director, Valdis Filks, offers tips to help businesses get to grips with escalating storage costs.

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Voice over IP Open-Source Platforms and the Session Initiation Protocol by Global Knowledge Network, Inc.

April 2006 - (Free Research)

This paper shows the industry-wide acceptance of SIP and the recent advances of the open source software projects related to Voice over IP (VoIP). Read why the author firmly believes that the VoIP open source is still in its infancy, but its acceptance and product maturity will grow rapidly over the next few years.

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Chapter 2: Cloud, Virtualization, and Data Storage Networking Fundamentals by Dell and VMware

December 2011 - (Free Research)

There is no such thing as a data or information recession. If you don’t equip your data center with modern storage solutions that can scale and grow accordingly, it could cost you a lot of time, money, and man-hours. This expert white paper explores how to make sure your organization doesn’t get derailed by data growth. Read now to learn more.

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What Every IT Manager Needs To Know About Project Management by Global Knowledge

May 2009 - (Free Research)

It is important for the IT Manager to know the basics of formalized project management. Why? Because every organization needs to be able to implement change and almost all important changes are defined or implemented through project teams.

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iTest Team - Rapid Test Automation for Equipment and Devices by Fanfare

iTest Team is an integrated test environment for developers, testers, and automation teams. It offers a unified approach for rapidly developing, automating, and maintaining test cases. iTest Team tests complex equipment and systems that are accessed through various protocols, such as command line interfaces, Web interfaces, SNMP, or command shells.

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Deploying High-Density Pods in a Low-Density Data Center by APC by Schneider Electric

October 2010 - (Free Research)

This white paper details how self-contained high-density zones enable a reliable operation of high-density equipment without impacting a low-density data center.

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Go Green with Ease: Five Steps for Small IT Shops by Cisco Systems, Inc.

February 2009 - (Free Research)

Smart information technology (IT) practices reduce the environmental impact of conducting business, and help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) reduce expenses.

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The Innovation Barrier: Has Testing Fallen Behind Development? by Fanfare

February 2007 - (Free Research)

Constant product innovation has contributed to a thriving equipment-manufacturing industry, however, fewer time-saving tools are available to QA than developer groups. As a result, testing is becoming an innovation barrier. This paper examines the innovation barrier: its causes, effects, & what’s needed to restore the vigorous pace of innovation.

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UPS Basics by Eaton Corporation

February 2012 - (Free Research)

This resource introduces what a UPS is and explores what kinds of UPS are available. Discover how to select the right UPS and accessories for your needs.

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Overall Equipment Effectiveness: Monitor and Improve the Effectiveness of Your Manufacturing Processes by Plex Systems

February 2012 - (Free Research)

This white paper presents a thorough understanding of what overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) is, how it works, and the countless benefits that result from its use. Also discover tools that enable you to accurately measure OEE so you have a clear picture of how it's improving your process efficiencies.

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Wireless - Aironet 350 Series by Cisco Systems

The Cisco Aironet 350 Series of wireless LAN (WLAN) products leads the industry in performance, security, and reliability with cost effective solutions for the enterprise and small and medium-sized businesses. The Cisco Aironet 350 Series access point provides an ideal solution for customers who desire a non-upgradable IEEE 802.11b solution.

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SP1 for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2: What's New? by Global Knowledge

May 2011 - (Free Research)

It was not your typical “Patch Tuesday” on the day that Microsoft released both the Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Windows 7 and SP1 for Windows Server 2008 R2 to the public at the same time. This expert white paper discusses how the two service packs complement each other by helping keep your PCs and servers on the latest support level.

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Cooling Strategies for IT Wiring Closets and Small Rooms by APC by Schneider Electric

October 2010 - (Free Research)

This paper describes the science and practical application of an improved method for the specification of cooling for wiring closets.

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The Different Technologies for Cooling Data Centers by APC by Schneider Electric

March 2012 - (Free Research)

Inside, explore 13 cooling technologies and their components designed to transport heat energy from the IT environment to the outside atmosphere. Use this as a foundation to successfully manage the specification, installation, and operation of IT environment cooling systems.

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Avoidable Mistakes that Compromise Cooling Performance in Data Centers and Network Rooms by APC by Schneider Electric

December 2003 - (Free Research)

Access this exclusive resource to learn how to avoid mistakes when installing cooling systems and racks in data centers or network rooms. This paper examines these typical mistakes, explains their principles, quantifies their impacts, and describes simple remedies.

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You Can't Have Self-service BI Without Self-service DI by Quest Software

May 2012 - (Free Research)

This paper discusses the direct relationship of self-service business intelligence (BI) and self-service data integration (DI) and explores how to build a complete self-service solution that provides enhanced visibility and flexibility for integrating, cleansing and analyzing data with ease.

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Guide to Improving Your Tape Storage Practices by Iron Mountain

May 2011 - (Free Research)

Proper security of data backups doesn’t just happen. It requires thoughtful planning and careful controls. Given the implications of failure – reputational damage, direct costs, compliance issues, and sub-optimal business operations - companies owe it to themselves to take data backup security seriously.

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