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Cloud computing still gaining momentum when hype is cast aside

Cloud computing may not have risen as fast as its hype implies, but it is still carving out a key role in many settings.

The hype surrounding cloud computing may try to make IT leaders think everybody is doing everything in a cloud hosting environment. As a result, the IT managers not using the cloud at this point are often told they are entering technology backwater territory and need to rush headlong into the cloud, regardless of the consequences. This hype is not particularly close to reality, as a recent Gartner study found many organizations are still in an exploratory phase when it comes to … Read More...

NIST releases cloud security documentation

Cloud computing is beginning to play a larger role in U.S. government technology efforts.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology recently revealed a new standard document designed to accelerate cloud adoption in government settings. The guidelines developed by the NIST are focused on helping public sector organizations establish cloud computing use models that are secure enough to meet stringent government requirements. According to a recent Government Computing News report, the new NIST standards document could help government agencies keep pace with the cloud-first … Read More...

Colocation hosting a prime option for data center expansion

Colocation hosting can help organizations add capacity quickly and easily.

Expanding the data center to handle more capacity can be an incredibly challenging process, leaving IT leaders scrambling when demands rise unexpectedly. According to a recent TechTarget report, working with a colocation provider is among the best options when IT managers need to add capacity in a hurry without making long-term sacrifices.Looking at data center expansion challenges Illustrating the full implications of data center capacity problems, the news source pointed to the MIT edX … Read More...

Diversity a common theme in managed hosting sector

Choosing the right managed hosting plan can pay dividends for organizations.

Managed hosting providers can offer a variety of services to meet various customer needs. Within a single provider service catalog an organization may be able to access a plethora of different solutions. Furthermore, different service vendors can specialize in specific industry requirements, adding another layer of complexity to making the right decision about hosting plans. Selecting the right vendor for a company's needs can position an organization to create major cost savings and … Read More...

Early returns from E3: Cloud computing central to next-gen games

Cloud computing could play a major role on the future of the video game industry.

The E3 conference officially began on the morning of June 11, but the real action began on the 10th, when Microsoft and Sony both held press conferences to provide details on their next-generation console strategies. While there was plenty of diversity in these presentations, with Microsoft and Sony taking distinct strategies into the future, both console makers have made one thing clear - cloud computing will play a central role in next-generation video games.For game developers and publishers, … Read More...

Government organizations have plenty to consider when developing data center hosting plans

A wide range of government organizations can benefit from colocation services.

Data center services, such as colocation hosting, cloud computing and managed hosting, offer cost efficiencies that can be incredibly valuable for government organizations. However, any IT model that depends on third-party services can present challenges for IT leaders trying to maximize the value of their technological assets. While taking full advantage of data center services can be difficult in government, it can also create the kinds of results that many agencies and departments need … Read More...

Colocation, managed hosting markets positioned for growth

Colocation and managed hosting are gaining prominence.

Taking advantage of third-party hosting services to improve data center capabilities is rapidly gaining steam in the IT world. An effective hosting strategy can unlock better technological capabilities, help organizations align business and IT, improve security and give IT managers access to assets that they may be unable to afford or manage internally. These capabilities are getting noticed, as a recent TechNavio study found that many businesses are beginning to subscribe to colocation and … Read More...

Integration creates considerable value in the data center hosting ecosystem

Integrating diverse data center services can create incredible value for IT departments.

Organizations can use a combination of managed hosting, colocation and cloud hosting to streamline IT operations through sophisticated third-party data center services. When used effectively, this kind of data center hosting ecosystem can generate a substantial return on investment. This is especially true as companies become more dependent on advanced technologies to support business functionality. Tightly integrating hosting services within a diverse service environment can enable … Read More...

Cloud hosting can be ideal internally

Using cloud hosting internally can help organizations ensure secure application delivery to users running services on mobile devices.

Managed hosting solutions are often discussed primarily for web-based applications and services that house customer-facing systems. While cloud hosting systems can support this kind of functionality well, the cloud is also a nice fit for internal applications and services.Many companies are experiencing the mobile device revolution, leading to the rise of the bring-your-own-device movement and consumerization of IT. These trends create major security problems because they often incorporate … Read More...

Colocation hosting can stand out from a power delivery perspective

Energy delivery can be a key component of a colocation strategy.

State-of-the-art data center facility resources are among the primary assets that colocation providers can offer customers. Many businesses cannot afford to optimize systems like cooling, power delivery and network connectivity because of budget and expertise limitations. However, colocation hosting vendors can approach such facility-related systems as their core competency, allowing them to devote a large portion of fiscal and personnel resources to building the best data centers possible. … Read More...