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Big Data

Big Data
It's not just about the volume of data. The variety of data and demand for fast analytics are also testing IT teams.

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Don't Get Burned: 4 Steps To A Cloud SLA
Negotiating service-level agreements with providers is a matter of metrics, performance targets, and realistic remedies.
Get VM Backups Right
Protect disk files and data to keep virtual machines humming.
Storage For Virtual Environments
VMs are transforming storage. Here's what you need to know.
State Of Server Technology: Denser, Hotter, Standardized (from Oct. 12, 2011 digital issue)
Our survey of 676 business technology professionals shows x86 on the ascent.

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