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May 23, 2022 23 May'22
VMware may be Broadcom's next acquisition target

Looking to further expand its enterprise software portfolio, Broadcom is reportedly in serious talks to acquire VMware.
May 13, 2022 13 May'22
Intel's data center strategy rests on accelerator chips

Intel will release three generations of 200 GB, 400 GB and 800 GB infrastructure processing units over the next four years. The first two generations will include ASICs and FPGAs.
May 10, 2022 10 May'22
IBM pledges to push boundaries in quantum computer roadmap

IBM revised its quantum computing roadmap with a 4,000-qubit system by 2025 and unveiled its Modular Quantum Computing initiative to support multiprocessor systems.
May 03, 2022 03 May'22
Dell to ship all-NVMe version of VxRail for Project Monterey

Dell plans to ship an all-NVMe version of VxRail that will be the first hyper-converged system to work with VMware's Project Monterey, scheduled for release this summer.

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GNU/Linux

GNU/Linux is a Unix-like operating system made up of different OS components and services that create the Linux OS. Continue Reading
Evaluate 5G networks vs. 4G for data centers

5G networking requires organizations and data centers to support IoT, while 4G requires increased machinery. Learn more about the differences between 5G and 4G for data centers. Continue Reading
Arm processor

An Arm processor is one of a family of CPUs based on the RISC architecture for computer processors. Continue Reading

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What do GPUs do in your data center?

Though developed to handle complex graphics rendering calculations, GPUs now handle a variety of tasks in the data center. Learn what they can do for you. Continue Reading
What is edge computing? Everything you need to know

Edge computing is a distributed information technology (IT) architecture in which client data is processed at the periphery of the network, as close to the originating source as possible. Continue Reading
Learn the major types of server hardware and their pros and cons

Servers protect data, centralize resources and enable remote worker productivity, but buyers must understand which server types works best for their data center. Continue Reading

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Explore liquid cooling for data centers

Discover the different classifications of liquid cooling -- such as direct-to-chip, liquid immersion or rear-door heat exchangers -- before adopting it in your data center. Continue Reading
Discover disaster recovery and backup for edge networks

Proper backup and DR at the edge requires an awareness of the specific challenges edge devices present, and appropriate plans and tooling to help ease management. Continue Reading
IBM IMS (Information Management System)

IBM IMS (Information Management System) is a database and transaction management system that was first introduced by IBM in 1968. Continue Reading

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Your guide to avoiding server rack setup issues

Not all data center servers are created equal. Before you attempt a server racking project, double-check size specifications and account for fastening hardware and cabling needs. Continue Reading
How to prevent and recover from server failure

Hardware, software and facility issues can lead to server failure. With the right protocol and preventive maintenance, you can reduce failure amount and troubleshoot time. Continue Reading
Improve efficiency with server energy consumption tools

Deciding what servers are most efficient for your infrastructure requires research. Hardware-level certifications and web-based tools can help you select the right option. Continue Reading