4sysops – For Windows Administrators – Networkworld recently published an interesting article entitled “7 side effects of sloppy virtualization”. This title seems to indicate that the problems server virtualization might cause are solvable by being well prepared. Nevertheless, all seven arguments discussed can be considered disadvantages of server virtualization. Because I am seriously thinking of virtualizing all of our servers, I read the [...] read more

Data Center Knowledge – Microsofts decision to adopt data center containers in its next-generation facility in Chicago provided a way to optimize the companys computing infrastructure for extraordinary density and scalability. By housing equipment in 40-foot shipping containers, Microsoft gained another major benefit:... read more

Data Center Knowledge – When IBM rolled out its $1 billion a year Big Green data center initiative last May, we noted the programs symbolic importance as a sign that Corporate America is mobilizing to tackle the tough environmental challenges. But are companies making Big Green purchases? They are indeed, according [...] read more