Online backup is an effective solution for SMBs, which are often challenged by many of the same data management issues larger companies face. This podcast covers various aspects of online backup services, how to evaluate your needs, what to look for given your backup requirements, and how to decide if a combined backup/DR plan is right for you. 

Social technologies, commonly called Web 2.0, were originally used to describe consumer technologies that enable groups to organize and share information and media. But enterprises quickly caught on to the value of these easy-to-use tools for capturing and sharing ad hoc information that may otherwise not be documented. 

The idea of using a managed security services provider (MSSP) to stretch your security dollar may sound appealing. MSSPs bring enterprise-class security into the midmarket price range. However, there are several important security issues to consider before diving in head first. Read this E-Guide to learn more about these security issues. 

Panda Managed Office Protection is a security solution for PCs and servers based on the concept of Software as a Service (SaaS). Software as a Service lets companies focus on their core business, freeing them from the management tasks and operating costs associated with traditional security solutions. 

Demand for new and upgraded data centers will continue to grow, despite the economic downturn. Careful planning can help IT and finance managers get the most from data center investments and build a flexible foundation for enterprise growth. 

This paper sets out a framework for evaluating a data center. It considers the special factors that apply to an on-demand infrastructure, many of which go well beyond the standards applicable to the average enterprise data center. 

Servers play a crucial role in daily enterprise operations. But even the most powerful and resilient servers are useless without adequate storage. Storage solutions contain the operating systems, applications and virtual images needed to operate every server. This eBook chapter will help you better understand your data center storage challenges. 

Join this Webcast, presented by PC Connection, featuring guest speakers Doug Washburn, Forrester Research Analyst, and co-presenter John Skinner, Intel’s Director of Marketing, Eco-Technology, as they discuss the scope of energy-efficient computing, and how new incentives can be leveraged to accelerate the ROI of your technology investments. 

The tools for assessing enterprise-level green practices have evolved from do-it yourself Excel spreadsheets to elaborate carbon accounting software suites available on a subscription basis. By first determining a baseline, organizations can set clear goals for adopting greener IT practices. 

IT organizations must ensure that their data center management solutions are versatile. The solutions must address today's challenges such as provisioning, availability, compliance, and protection — and at the same time let data center managers focus on tomorrow's opportunities. 

The Microsoft System Center server compliance solution is designed to support data center managers as they deal with a variety of issues. Read this data sheet to learn more. 

David Payne discusses the advantages and pitfalls to virtualizing and consolidating your data center hardware and walks through a practical approach to getting started.