Whether you’re trying to protect your data from a natural disaster, or concerned about meeting compliance or regulatory requirements for data storage, colocation and cloud services can provide peace of mind for your business. While there are many reasons to take advantage of colocation services, improved security and data protection can be some of the [...]
Industry News: Cloud and colocation services offer data protection and security
06.18.2013 By:
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Sneak preview: Internap’s New York Metro data center (video)
06.14.2013 By:
Later this year, Internap will unveil our New York Metro data center, located in Secaucus, NJ. For businesses that require colocation and data center services in the New York area, this new location provides another option in addition to our existing facility in lower Manhattan. This video player requires Javascript to be active for browser/device [...]
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CCP Games achieves high availability with Internap’s Flow Control Platform (FCP)
06.13.2013 By:
Gaming companies that develop massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) require highly reliable connectivity for a consistent gaming experience. To meet consumer expectations and avoid outages, game developers must have an IT Infrastructure in place that allows them to assess network availability and performance across multiple carriers. The ability to deliver your game across the optimal [...]
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Cloud trends: Bare metal cloud maximizes security and performance
06.12.2013 By:
As cloud solutions have evolved from physical servers and virtualized environments to SaaS (Software as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service) and even IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), companies today must navigate through a sea of different cloud options. While cloud computing provides organizations with increased flexibility and cost-effective IT Infrastructure solutions, some workloads [...]
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Los Angeles data center boasts high power density, performance and LEED certification
06.11.2013 By:
When evaluating colocation providers, finding data center space that meets performance and cost requirements can be challenging. Facilities built using green design techniques with sustainability in mind are able to offer enterprise IP, managed hosting and colocation services without sacrificing environmental responsibility and efficiency. Internap’s Los Angeles data center demonstrates a commitment to sustainability while [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: the right people – part 6 (video)
06.07.2013 By:
In our previous video, we discussed the importance of communication best practices during a data center emergency. In this final episode of our Data Center Disaster Preparedness series, we’ll focus on the importance of having the right people in place. This video player requires Javascript to be active for browser/device detection; please enable Javascript in [...]
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Bango delivers seamless mobile payments with MIRO and colocation
06.06.2013 By:
The mobile payment industry is positioned for rapid growth within the next few years as consumers increasingly use their smartphones and other devices to make payment transactions. From digital goods to mass transit, and even traditional brick and mortar stores, merchants who accept mobile payments have an opportunity to capitalize on this trend. But how [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: communication best practices – part 5 (video)
05.31.2013 By:
Communication is a critical part of a data center disaster preparedness plan. Colocation providers should have a clear protocol in place that outlines the communication process both internally and with customers in the event of an emergency. This video player requires Javascript to be active for browser/device detection; please enable Javascript in your browser to [...]
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Hybrid infrastructure offers agility and control for improved IT efficiency
05.30.2013 By:
IT professionals are tasked with finding the best infrastructure option for their organization while making the most efficient use of their budgets. Public cloud services have become particularly popular, especially for businesses that do not have the resources to operate their own data centers. However, most companies require more customization and control than the public [...]
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Industry news: colocation, cloud and managed hosting services create strategic IT opportunities
05.29.2013 By:
What are the latest cloud-related trends in the information technology space? The impact of cloud computing on the IT industry has changed the way that CIOs and IT leaders think about business operations. With so much information available on the topic, here are four articles that provide a glimpse into the current industry trends for [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: preventative maintenance – part 4 (video)
05.24.2013 By:
In addition to mock disaster drills, colocation providers should have a planned maintenance program in place. Watch our video to hear Internap’s Bill Brown, VP, Data Center Operations, discuss why preventative maintenance is a critical element of data center disaster preparedness. This video player requires Javascript to be active for browser/device detection; please enable Javascript [...]
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Digital Hollywood: The business of content delivery
05.22.2013 By:
The Digital Hollywood event in Los Angeles earlier this month brought together content providers and technology companies from around the country to discuss the future of digital content distribution and licensing. As expected, the business of content creation and publication has progressed at breakneck speed in recent years, and as a result, the Digital Hollywood [...]
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Bare metal cloud accelerates online gaming
05.21.2013 By:
Join the Technology Association of Georgia on May 22, 2013 to hear Hi-Rez Studios discuss their bare metal cloud solution and how it has helped them achieve higher economic efficiencies and superior online gaming performance. Have you ever wondered how online gaming companies meet end user demands for high performance and low latency? Fast-paced MMOGs [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: mock disaster drills – part 3 (video)
05.17.2013 By:
In our previous video on data center disaster preparedness, we discussed the importance of documented emergency response plans. Next, it’s time to test those plans and make sure they do more than just look good on paper – they need to be reliable and executable in the event of a real disaster. This video player [...]
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Internap named 2013 American Business Awards finalist
05.14.2013 By:
Internap’s Agile Hosting service was named a Finalist in the 2013 American Business Awards and will ultimately be a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Stevie® Award winner. Internap was nominated in the category of Best New Product or Service of the Year for Cloud Infrastructure. The American Business Awards are the nation’s premier business awards program. [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: documented emergency plans – part 2 (video)
05.10.2013 By:
Watch Bill Brown, VP, Data Center Operations at Internap, discuss the keys to data center disaster preparedness and the importance of having a documented emergency response plan. When considering a colocation provider, be sure to ask for a written copy of their emergency and disaster response plan. The plan should provide details of preparation in [...]
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Data center disaster preparedness: disaster-resistant design and infrastructure – part 1 (video)
05.03.2013 By:
For IT organizations evaluating data center space or colocation services, it’s important to consider disaster mitigation and recovery capabilities. In this video, watch Bill Brown, VP, Data Center Operations at Internap, discuss certain factors that should be present to minimize disruptions to your business in the event of a disaster. Redundancy standards for power and [...]
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Explore your IT Infrastructure options with Internap’s Solution Builder
05.02.2013 By:
Choosing a hosting platform that meets the unique needs of your business can be challenging, and many variables must be considered when making IT Infrastructure decisions. Different use cases and workloads can require different infrastructure options, and other factors such as sensitivity to latency and downtime, speed of deployment and security must also be evaluated. [...]
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Colocation gets cloudy with Internap’s customer portal
04.24.2013 By:
Today’s colocation customers need increased flexibility and control over their infrastructure, beyond basic ping, power and pipe. But traditional colocation services don’t normally offer remote visibility and monitoring of the physical environment, which can make for long hours and late nights in the data center. Internap’s new universal customer portal addresses these issues by providing [...]
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NYeC meets health IT requirements with Internap’s managed hosting solution
04.23.2013 By:
Companies in the healthcare industry face unique business and technology challenges, especially regarding IT Infrastructure, security and compliance. The process of moving from paper records to electronic health records (EHR) is no easy task, considering the regulations and requirements that govern how patient information is managed and shared. The New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC, pronounced [...]
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Cloud and CDN: Friends or Foes?
04.16.2013 By:
Today’s online users expect high-quality, ‘anytime, anywhere’ access from a multitude of devices. This presents a challenge for content providers to deliver multiple types of large files, including streaming media, Video on Demand (VOD) and other large files to tablets and smartphones, all while maintaining the high-quality online experience that users have come to expect. [...]
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The relationship between cloud and content delivery networks (CDNs)
04.09.2013 By:
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) have helped organizations scale their applications and website content for years. However, the prevalence of cloud computing has sparked misunderstandings about the relationship between cloud and CDNs. As the lines between the cloud and CDN continue to blur, the question often arises of whether CDNs are still necessary. To the contrary, [...]
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Capture the excitement of March Madness with CDNs
04.05.2013 By:
This year’s March Madness basketball tournament has been among the most exciting in recent history. If you talk to the sports pundits, it’s because schools like Florida Gulf Coast told the classic Cinderella story with plenty of style. But if you talk to your friendly neighborhood tech geek, you’ll hear a different message – “It’s [...]
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Solve enterprise video delivery challenges with CDNs (Video)
04.05.2013 By:
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) are essential for enterprises that need to meet the demands of next-generation multi-device video delivery. Watch the Enterprise Video Xpert Series to see Jolokia’s K.C. Watson and Internap’s Pete Mastin discuss how CDNs can help organizations meet these challenges, which include: Mobile – Even for enterprises with a successful track record [...]
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Internap to present at Cloud Connect event
04.03.2013 By:
This week, the Santa Clara Convention Center in Silicon Valley becomes the hub for all things cloud. The annual Cloud Connect event brings together technology experts and cloud computing leaders to discuss the evolution of the cloud. The conference will cover mobile application deployment, big data and the variety of public, private and hybrid cloud [...]
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Six ways CDNs drive cloud adoption
04.02.2013 By:
Transitioning your IT Infrastructure to the cloud offers several benefits, including improved operational efficiency, reduced capital expenses and the ability to provision new servers quickly. As a result, companies can increase their competitive advantage and expand their infrastructure as needed without purchasing costly hardware. Leveraging the power of the cloud can increase agility and allow [...]
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FGCU sets records for March madness, website traffic
03.29.2013 By:
If you follow March Madness basketball, you’re aware of this year’s Cinderella run – Florida Gulf Coast University has exploded onto the NCAA tournament scene. As the first 15-seed ever to reach the Sweet 16, FGCU is breaking all the rules and setting new records for sports fans and media to talk about. Their magical [...]
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Support multi-region game launch initiatives with colocation
03.28.2013 By:
Today’s online game developers face an increasingly global marketplace that is no longer restricted to just a few prominent regions. As consumers around the world embrace online video games, developers and publishers must deliver games to a variety of regions at launch. This presents a wide range of logistical and technological challenges which can be [...]
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Top Trends from the 2013 TAG Top 40 Technology Companies
03.21.2013 By:
At the 2013 Georgia Technology Summit yesterday, Internap was honored as one of the Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia. The awards, presented by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), recognize “an elite group of innovators who represent the very best of Georgia’s Technology community.” The hundreds of technology leaders in attendance at the [...]
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Managed hosting helps businesses handle mobile device challenges
03.19.2013 By:
Mobile device ecosystems are contributing to major changes in how businesses get the job done. If you look around your office, you’ll probably notice that most people are still at their desk like always, but many of them may be using their personal mobile devices on the side. Smartphones will often be pulled out at [...]
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