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The OSI Model: Understanding the Seven Layers of Computer Networks by Global Knowledge July 2006 - (Free Research) This paper explains each of the seven layers of OSI model, including their functions and their relationships, also it provide with an overview of the network process, which can act as a framework for understanding the details of computer networking.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Business Ready Solutions for Virtual Infrastructure Availability Using Dell™ PowerEdge™ Servers, Dell Powervault™ Storage, and VMware vSphere™ by Dell, Inc. and Intel® July 2009 - (Free Research) This white paper presents an example configuration and best practices for deploying and configuring a highly available architecture using an example solution configuration and then discussing how the configuration helps in maximizing uptime.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

ECI Apollo: Defining the Next Generation of Optimized Multi-Layer Transport by ECI Telecom November 2011 - (Free Research) Discover the challenges of achieving the new scalability, performance, manageability, and revenue objectives and what you need to meet and overcome them.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Foundational Focus: OSI Model - Breaking Down the 7 Layers by Global Knowledge April 2013 - (Free Research) The OSI model is a conceptual tool used to discuss and describe network functions. It is a good idea to be familiar with the OSI model, the features assigned to each layer, and examples of common protocols or technologies associated with the OSI layers.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Application List: Applications that Blue Coat PacketShaper Classifies and Controls by BlueCoat April 2009 - (Free Research) Check out this data sheet for a categorized listing of 600 common applications for which Blue Coat PacketShaper delivers an accurate picture of network traffic.  (DATA SHEET) READ ABSTRACT |

Databases and ERP Selection: Oracle Vs. SQL Server by IFS January 2012 - (Free Research) In this paper, learn why the database layer is so important to the software selection of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Also compare Oracle database to SQL Server databases.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Databases and ERP Selection: Oracle vs. SQL Server by IFS June 2009 - (Free Research) How do Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database platforms compare on reliability, scalability and cost when run under enterprise software? Download this white paper for details.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The TCP/IP and OSI Models by Global Knowledge March 2011 - (Free Research) Check out this white paper to learn about two network protocol models, TCP/IP and OSI.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

WhatsUp Gold WhatsConnected v2.1: Discovery and Mapping Tool - 30 Day Free Trial! by Ipswitch WhatsUp Gold October 2010 - (Free Research) WhatsConnected is a Layer 2/Layer 3 Discovery and Mapping Tool.  It allows you to quickly inventory and document your network anytime, anywhere – with just one click.  (TRIAL SOFTWARE) READ ABSTRACT |

Layered Security: Protecting Your Data in Today's Threat Landscape by Tripwire, Inc. November 2011 - (Free Research) In this white paper, learn how threats have evolved over time, shortcomings of the perimeter-centric approach to security, steps to implementing a layered security approach to security, and much more.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Juniper Networks Mobile Security Solution by Juniper Networks, Inc. January 2012 - (Free Research) This resource explores an innovative, market leading mobile security solution that mitigates the risks associated with deploying IP-based services.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Deliver Application-level Security at Data Center Performance Levels by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. September 2008 - (Free Research) The shift from network-layer attacks to dynamically changing application-layer threats has dramatically increased security needs. This paper examines appliances that can quickly evolve to guarantee performance yet maintain a high level of security.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Address performance and capacity issues by deploying a virtual infrastructure for SAP by VMware, Inc. March 2009 - (Free Research) This white paper describes technical and business considerations for deploying a virtual infrastructure for SAP landscapes with EMC and VMware technologies. The white paper addresses a variety of key considerations for deploying such an infrastructure.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Cloud Infrastructure Foundation - A Flexible, Responsive Cloud Is Built from the Ground Up by Egenera November 2010 - (Free Research) At its heart, cloud computing is a new operational and business model for IT application hosting, rather than a new technology. It promises to deliver highly reliable, highly elastic services that respond quickly and smoothly to changing user demand.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Layered Tech expands to new markets and improves ROI with CA 3Tera AppLogic by CA Technologies. March 2011 - (Free Research) This case study explains how Layered Tech’s implementation of CA 3Tera AppLogic helped it improve ROI and enabled Layered Tech to service a new market of premium customers without increasing costs.  (CASE STUDY) READ ABSTRACT |

When Availability Matters: Change Control for SaaS Providers by Tenzing Managed IT Services December 2010 - (Free Research) This paper examines that to build an effective change management framework and achieve high availability numbers for an SaaS application requires maturing IT processes along established best practices and investing in quality change management tools.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Identity Simplification and Consolidation through Virtualization and Synchronization by Agilysys-Sun Technology Solutions March 2009 - (Free Research) You'll want to read this paper if simplifying your company's identity and access management (IAM) infrastructures are on your agenda. Directory virtualization provides new opportunities to move towards this goal by abstracting disparate sources of identity data and presenting them in a unified fashion. Read on for details and more information.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

OMEGAMON Extended Insight- Analysis: Where is your application spending time? by IBM December 2011 - (Free Research) The limited amount of infomation provided by traditional DB2 for z/OS monitoring makes it difficult and time-consuming to isolate problems within the multiple layers of today's Java, CLI (SAP), and .NET applications. Read this paper to discover a monitoring alternative that provides the detailed information needed for modern applications.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Frontline LAN Troubleshooting Guide by Fluke Networks EMEA April 2008 - (Free Research) This guide provides frontline network troubleshooters with practical advice on how to maintain LANs and solve common layer 1 and 2 problems. This guide addresses the challenges network professionals face when it comes to network troubleshooting and outlines eight key steps every technician should know to aid in successful troubleshooting.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Simpler Database Migrations Have Arrived! IBM, ANTs Software, And EnterpriseDB Offer Innovative New Options by IBM June 2011 - (Free Research) Application developers and DBAs looking to migrate databases due to cost concerns, staffing problems, or technology issues should consider this new database compatability layer option to mitigate risk, lower migration cost, and speed the migration process.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The Promises, Challenges and Imperatives of Data Center Infrastructure Management by Avocent June 2011 - (Free Research) Access this exclusive white paper to gain a new perspective on managing data center infrastructures that recognizes; the importance of real-time data to understand the true capacity of available infrastructure, interdependencies between logical and physical layers, the need for more powerful management tools that can guide design, and much more.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Yellowfin Business Intelligence 4.0 by Yellowfin March 2009 - (Free Research) Yellowfin lowers the complexity of your reporting environment. Yellowfin has been specifically designed to enable end users to easily create and access reports via a browser.  (TRIAL SOFTWARE) READ ABSTRACT |

Securing The Network Edge by Dell, Inc. November 2011 - (Free Research) Enterprises are often unsure of the correct security needed for their network. This white paper discusses Layer 2 and Layer 3 security threats, and a solution to help your enterprise maintain security.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

An Overview of MPLS VPNs: Overlay, Layer 3, and PseudoWire by Global Knowledge November 2010 - (Free Research) This paper  examines the big picture when it comes to Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and what happens when a data packet traverses an MPLS cloud.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The Foundation of High-Value Business Intelligence: A Description of the WebFOCUS 7.1 Architecture by Information Builders June 2006 - (Free Research) Good architecture for information systems is as important as good engineering is for automobiles and with good architecture, applications can be scaled up with less hardware.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

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