In this week’s Computer Weekly, Cabinet Office minister Francis Maude talks about releasing government datasets to the public and why open data will drive the next industrial revolution. We also review the latest test version of Windows 8 and see how it shapes up for tablet computers and business users and much more. 

This paper compares two SMB networking strategies: peer-to-peer and server-based. While peer-to-peer networks are simple, they are out-performed by server-based networks that optimize performance and availability. 

This decision guide demonstrates how migrating to Serena Service Manager will help transform your IT organization into an agile, responsive, and business-focused service provider. 

Access this comprehensive, multi-media resource guide to learn everything you need to know when choosing next-generation backup solutions to protect your virtual machines. 

Some consider SQL Server 2008 R2 a "business intelligence release" because the largest, most publicized changes cater to the BI functionality of the product. There are, however, many other new features and functionalities within SQL Server 2008 R2. In this expert e-guide, readers will learn more about these new features. 

<p>Discover how SAP supply chain management has been extended to provider more in-depth warehouse management support through SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) and how it supports higher process and stock visibility, better warehouse operations planning, and better efficiency.</p> 

This paper discusses the relationship between enterprise content management and business processes and provides an overview of SAP's Extended ECM platform. 

The problem with becoming too comfortable with built-in SQL Server monitoring tools is that they're often used after problems have already arisen. Read this paper to discover how event notifications and extended events can help you drill down into SQL Server and proactively monitor your databases. 

Data centers are getting old – the average age of data centers in the United States is 12 years and they are struggling to keep pace with new technologies. But with data centers having an expected life of 20 years or more, there is still an opportunity to extend the life of existing data centers. Read on to learn how to help maximize cost savings. 

Like many growing businesses, yours has probably taken its first steps and reaped its first rewards from virtualization. But to tap all the benefits virtualization offers, you've got to go further. Join this 60-minute webcast to find out how the benefits of extending virtualization beyond server consolidation. 

Quocirca looks at the case for mobile printing in the enterprise and suggests best practices for a mobile print strategy. 

Discover how SMBs can benefit from moving from a private to a hybrid cloud in this essential webcast. Explore the key challenges involved and how you can overcome them.