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In-house vs. moving to the cloud: Data centre learning guide
Moving IT to the cloud can have certain advantages such as scalability and flexibility, but in-house data centres score on security aspects. Learning guide
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Advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing
Among the advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing are that it offers a high degree of scalability, but incidents such as cloud outages make it less reliable. Learning guide
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Cloud computing security risks guide: How safe is the cloud?
Although moving IT to the cloud brings advantages such as flexibility and scalability, cloud computing security risks are seen as a major impediment for its wide-scale adoption. Learning guide
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How Capex vs. Opex affects data centre outsourcing decisions
Capex vs.Opex comparison reveals that although cloud services help avoid capital expenses on building own data centres, its Opex model can turn costly if IT pros aren’t cautious. Learning guide
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Trends in cloud computing technologies
In this guide to trends in cloud computing technologies, you'll see just how popular cloud has become and how UK organisations are using it to save money and even improve security. Special report
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How to choose a colocation data centre: A UK guide
A UK guide detailing common mistakes to avoid when deciding which colocation data centre provider to work with. Expert Advice
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UK cloud computing providers directory
As new providers enter the cloud market and veteran providers add more services, cloud computing in the UK continues to grow. This directory provides all the information you need to know on local cloud providers. Learning Guide
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UK managed services cloud providers
Use this cloud computing directory to find the managed services cloud providers in the UK. Businesses can send parts of their infrastructure to the cloud, such as enterprise applications or Web hosting. Learning Guide
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Cloud computing questions for enterprises to consider
The IT director at a sports marketing agency discusses what businesses must ask themselves when preparing for cloud computing, along with why the cloud failed to meet his expectations in terms of disaster recovery. Expert Advice
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UK CIOs take on cloud computing
This four-part series reveals how CIOs in the UK are handling the emerging world of cloud computing. Learning Guides
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FlexPod validated by Microsoft for private cloud: News roundup
FlexPod shared infrastructure’s validation by Microsoft for private cloud; a UK power company’s virtualisation project; and OnyxCloud’s storage upgrades are this week’s highlights. News | 23 Apr 2012
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SIPCOM cut costs with storage and server upgrade
Hosting provider SIPCOM cut its licensing costs, and improved SaaS delivery for customers thanks to these infrastructure upgrades. News | 29 Mar 2012
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Data centre fix for firms in Olympics ‘contagion zone’: News roundup
Short-term colocation services for firms operating in the Olympics network zone to reduce disruption; Citrix adds personalisation features to XenDesktop 5.6 and more news briefs. News | 19 Mar 2012
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Data centre colocation or IT managed services? Wildnet chooses both
A software development firm wanted to host its wares on IT infrastructure that combined the benefits of a fully managed IT service and flexibility of data centre colocation. Case study | 12 Mar 2012
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CILF to resolve cloud computing legal issues: News roundup
A European cloud industry body focusing on the legal issues of cloud computing; Dell’s new data centre in Germany; and Gartner’s hybrid IT report are in this week’s highlights. News | 07 Mar 2012
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YouGov migrates far-flung data centre back home
Faced with power outages and minimal control of its own IT infrastructure, YouGov migrated a distant data centre to a colocation provider in its own backyard. News | 21 Feb 2012
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EMC, VMware and Atos' open cloud raises eyebrows
After EMC, VMware and Atos formed an alliance for open cloud computing, experts question the use of the term “open” when there’s nothing open about their services. News | 17 Feb 2012
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Data centre and virtualisation highlights of 2011
Check out the technology highlights of 2011 including virtualisation hits and misses, top tips and popular case studies. News | 12 Dec 2011
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Hospital's private cloud makes strides in patient care
Using private cloud computing, Cambridge University Hospital implemented a private cloud and now provides uninterrupted IT services to doctors. Case study | 08 Nov 2011
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Moving from in-house IT to third-party hosting services: Case study
A supplier of civil engineering and building materials moved its IT infrastructure to a third-party data centre to resolve its in-house IT problems, including cooling and flooding issues. Case study | 11 Oct 2011
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Using automation, self-service provisioning to build a private cloud
IT pros that recognise cloud computing benefits want to build one behind closed doors. But a private cloud requires automation, self-service provisioning and management planning. Tip
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How to plan out your virtual environment
How to make informed decisions when moving to a virtual environment from a physical setup. Expert Advice
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Outsourcing IT and cloud models serve as carbon emission escape routes
Grab the opportunity to offload data centre carbon emissions with cloud models and through outsourcing IT functions, our expert suggests. Expert Advice
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Cloud computing: Reincarnated SOA?
Even if you recall the failed entry of service-oriented architecture on the scene a decade ago, don’t write it off today. With cloud computing, SOA’s approach to legacy systems may bring app store-like success. Expert Advice
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Establishing cloud computing’s return on investment
Key considerations for how to build and measure return on investment for cloud computing projects. Expert Advice
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Six things 2011 will bring to UK data centres
Six UK data centre and data centre design predictions, according to a UK service provider. For one, expect more outsourcing of data centre services. Expert Advice
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Public vs. private clouds
Find out the difference between public and private clouds and get help determining which of the two would best suit your enterprise. Tip
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Intrusion detection in a cloud computing environment
Find out if your cloud computing environment has the appropriate intrusion detection systems necessary to detect and respond to attacks. Tip
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Virtual desktop infrastructures and the private cloud
The private cloud could help increase the popularity of virtual desktop infrastructures, but the complexity of DaaS requires a standardised approach. Can you manage it? Tip
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Is PCI compliance attainable in a public cloud?
Can you reach PCI-DSS compliance in a public cloud? The answer is yes, with some gotchas. Find out the requirements to stay compliant. Tip
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Cloud Expo Europe 2012
As cloud computing moves higher up the IT professional's agenda, Cloud Expo Europe is becoming increasingly popular. Here are photos from 2012's Expo. Photo Story
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Using automation, self-service provisioning to build a private cloud
IT pros that recognise cloud computing benefits want to build one behind closed doors. But a private cloud requires automation, self-service provisioning and management planning. Tip
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FlexPod validated by Microsoft for private cloud: News roundup
FlexPod shared infrastructure’s validation by Microsoft for private cloud; a UK power company’s virtualisation project; and OnyxCloud’s storage upgrades are this week’s highlights. News
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SIPCOM cut costs with storage and server upgrade
Hosting provider SIPCOM cut its licensing costs, and improved SaaS delivery for customers thanks to these infrastructure upgrades. News
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Data centre fix for firms in Olympics ‘contagion zone’: News roundup
Short-term colocation services for firms operating in the Olympics network zone to reduce disruption; Citrix adds personalisation features to XenDesktop 5.6 and more news briefs. News
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Data centre colocation or IT managed services? Wildnet chooses both
A software development firm wanted to host its wares on IT infrastructure that combined the benefits of a fully managed IT service and flexibility of data centre colocation. Case study
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CILF to resolve cloud computing legal issues: News roundup
A European cloud industry body focusing on the legal issues of cloud computing; Dell’s new data centre in Germany; and Gartner’s hybrid IT report are in this week’s highlights. News
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YouGov migrates far-flung data centre back home
Faced with power outages and minimal control of its own IT infrastructure, YouGov migrated a distant data centre to a colocation provider in its own backyard. News
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EMC, VMware and Atos' open cloud raises eyebrows
After EMC, VMware and Atos formed an alliance for open cloud computing, experts question the use of the term “open” when there’s nothing open about their services. News
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Cloud Expo Europe 2012
As cloud computing moves higher up the IT professional's agenda, Cloud Expo Europe is becoming increasingly popular. Here are photos from 2012's Expo. Photo Story
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Data centre and virtualisation highlights of 2011
Check out the technology highlights of 2011 including virtualisation hits and misses, top tips and popular case studies. News
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About Working with colocation or managed service providers
Learn about the differences between virtual data centre services, colocation services, hosting services and managed service providers and how these different service providers are gradually offering more on-demand, virtual data centre services to companies in the UK. Find out how SLAs work with these outsourced providers and what security levels they offer to protect your data from threats that might be targeted at other customers' data on their servers.