IBM's Cloud Computing Strategy Defined
6/22/2009
IBM's been moving into cloud computing over the last two years. Now its pushing into the market in a bigger way, bolstering its product and service portfolio. This Alert takes a look at how the companys strategy has taken shape and where IBM is planning to go from here.

A Clearer Case For Cloud Storage
5/18/2009
Vendors are touting storage-as-a-service as a cure for out-of-control storage needs. But to skeptics, cloud-based storage is an idea that's so '90s--remember application and storage service providers? To see what cloud storage can really do for enterprises, we invited leading players to respond to an RFI we built for a fictional company. Five answered the call with compelling arguments for storing at least some corporate data in a cloud.

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Network Monitoring Tools Take Different Approaches
3/16/2009
Anue and Gigamon switches corral 10-Gb systems, but target different users.

There's More To Open Source Net Management Apps Than Cost Savings
11/17/2008
Staff expertise is needed, because installation and support can be an adventure.

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Virtual I/O Ups Bandwidth
6/8/2009
New approaches give a lift to multicore servers, but there are some risks

Now Is The Time To Virtualize
5/11/2009
We tested server virtualization gear from five vendors, and were pleasantly surprised by our results. Namely, server virtualization is ready for prime time, the potential power savings can be huge, and your choices aren't all named "VMware." Read on, and find out what you need to know to take the plunge.

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Femtocells Suit Up For Work
2/02/2009
Enterprise service draws nearer, but cost and integration issues remain.

The Virtually Survivable Business
9/8/2008
If you have server virtualization in place, you have a powerful disaster-recovery tool at your fingertips.

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Dr. Dobbs Report: Information Security
6/22/09
When it comes to computer security, it's a question of 'when,' not 'if': When will you unknowingly download a Trojan horse, when will your Web site be defaced, when will your credit card treats someone else to dinner, and when will your company lose intellectual property and critical data about your core business and clients?

Whats Your Appetite For Risk?
6/22/09
Budget woes, increased regulation, and new challenges for sensitive data are on the menu for risk managers.

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Federal Silos
6/1/2009
Government IT pros are pursuing a more open public enterprise, but system interoperability remains a formidable challenge.

Broadband Nation
4/20/2009
Distracted by the quest for universal broadband, the U.S. may be missing out on more lucrative sources of payback on its Internet investment

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2008 NAC Survey: Adoption Slows, Battle For Framework Dominance Still Joined
7/14/2008
InformationWeek Analytics surveyed nearly 500 business technology pros about their use of network access control. Here's a summary.

NAC Plus Smart Switches Equals Better Control
06/30/2008 - 07/07/2008
New capabilities make the technology better than ever for access control and compliance reporting.

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App Development That Delivers Business Results
6/15/2009
More than ever, developers are an integral part of the enterprise, charged with delivering reliable software on tight deadlines and stingy budgets. This report looks at app dev strategies and tools that can help you do just that.

Application Development That Delivers
6/8/2009
Software development isn't what it used to be. We take a look at organizations -- including UPS and Nikon -- that are shaking up the process.

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Transparency 2.0
5/11/2009
The president says technology can deliver more open government. We take a look at the Recovery.gov Web site to see how that pledge plays out in the real world.

How Much is Too Much?
5/04/2009
New Software, hardware, and networking systems are letting companies redefine the upper limits of virtualization

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Data Center Unification: A Practical Guide To A Trendy Concept
3/20/2009
It's time to think about running IP and storage networks together. This report examines Cisco's "unified computing" vision that's dominating the current discussion, but also the larger strategic direction IT leaders need to consider.

A Single Fabric Data Center
3/16/2009
Can the IP and storage network be managed as one? It's an idea CIOs need to try on for size

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A Model Thats Right For The Times
5/25/2009
Companies face pressure to find new ways to extend distributed computing

Rich Internet Apps Get Down To Business
3/06/2009
RIAs give users a better, more interactive experience. This report examines how these applications improve Web usability, and it assesses the tools and technologies from key vendors.

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Opportunity Tweets
6/1/2009
Think microblogs are a waste of time? Your company could be missing out on a free focus group and a cheap option for collaboration.

Reputations At Risk
6/1/2009
Whats a company to do when its brand takes a beating in online social media? Have a plan of action—but dont overreact.

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Tough Call
2/23/2009
It's tempting to look at unified communications feature by feature, based on cash savings. But if CIOs aren't also getting productivity gains, they're leaving more than that.

Smaller Business UC Hurdles: User Adoption, Policies
4/2/2008
To get maximum value from unified communications, smaller businesses must find ways of integrating UC into existing business processes to spur employee usage, but they can't risk overlooking the need for shrewd security and access policies.

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When Failure Isn't An Option
3/02/2009
Application failover software offers crash protection and speedy recovery.

Hunting the Elusive CIO Dashboard
3/3/2008
CIOs want a clear view of disparate IT data, and vendors are starting to offer the tools they need to get there. Here's what IT must do to be ready.

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Database Servers: Candy For Hackers
6/22/09
Sensitive information and poor security administration make tempting targets.

Federal Silos
6/1/2009
Government IT pros are pursuing a more open public enterprise, but system interoperability remains a formidable challenge.

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Can Enterprise Social Networking Pay Off?
3/23/2009
Despite the lack of hard metrics, many companies are going with their gut that these apps are good for business

The Web 2.0 Balancing Act
2/16/2009
New collaboration tools are making it easier to access and share information in the workplace, but they're making IT's job managing and securing all that information harder. Here's how some companies are dealing with this dilemma

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The Pain Of E-Discovery
6/8/2009
IT and legal departments dont always agree when it comes to e-discovery efforts. We look at how three companies have reduced the tension between these two groups, and cut the cost and complexity of e-discovery in the process. This report also examines how e-mail archives and data disposition policies can lighten the e-discovery load.

Cybersecurity Balancing Act
4/27/2009
Government IT pros face growing threats--and compliance requirements

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The Metric System
5/04/2009
Master the measurements to find more of the 'green' that matters most

Time to Let Your People Go (Home)

The greenest office space is the space that's never built. Many companies are now actively encouraging their employees to work from home, if not full time then on a flex basis, and considering adding more micro branch sites to cut commutes. In this third installment of our Green IT: Beyond Server Virtualization series, we'll examine just how green these strategies are, and how to support remote workers and sites with maximum efficiency.

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3G Safeguards: Incomplete, Getting Better
5/25/2009
Safeguarding wireless traffic in transit is only part of the equation. Pay attention to devices and endpoints, too.

LTE Vs. WiMax
12/22/2008
This won't be the typical winner-take-all showdown. Time to learn what each brings to the race.

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