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Guide to Getting Started with Cloud Computing Cloud computing is a popular buzzword—but what does it really mean, and why should you care? Get this free guide to cloud computing and let us help you make sense of the hype. You probably know generally how cloud computing provides an economical, scalable and flexible approach to your IT infrastructure, but you probably don’t know exactly how it works. We’ll take you inside the cloud and show you how virtualization and software deployment work in this environment. We’ll explain the differences between public, private and hybrid clouds. We’ll walk you through a variety of ways to take advantage of cloud computing and help you identify key questions you should be asking to figure out the best approach for your business
Sun Solutions for VMware ESX and Microsoft Hyper-V Information to help you learn more about solutions for both VMware ESX and Microsoft Hyper-V including: - Sizing and Configuration Guides - An overview of Sun’s SMB virtualization solutions - Best Practices for Configuring Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V on Sun x86 servers - Quick Start Guide: VMware ESX on Sun x86 Servers - Hardware requirements for VMware ESX and for Microsoft Hyper-V
IDC White Paper on saving costs by refreshing older servers Server technology has changed rapidly. Hardware is more powerful and efficient, and new capabilities such as virtualization have given the ability to maximize server use and flexibility while cutting costs. This white paper outlines the benefits and best practices for a server refresh.
Mid Market White Paper on Optimizing Business Growth with IT IT departments don’t have to be seen as cost centers. Having the proper technology can help a company achieve its business needs and goals, but this requires a plan that can be executed and monitored so the IT operations continue to increase business value. In this white paper, learn how to use technology, including virtualization, to expand your operations.
Guide to Reducing Costs through Virtualization IT organizations must perform a nearly impossible juggling act. Deliver more services at less cost. Increase performance yet manage fewer systems. Buy the right server for the job yet adapt to change at a moment’s notice. This white paper discusses how to consolidate multiple applications onto fewer servers and reduce cost and complexity, increase agility, and lower datacenter power and cooling costs.
An SMB Guide to Lower Database TCO Adding open source software to the data center has become an increasingly strategic way to reduce the total cost of systems infrastructure — with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings in excess of 75% or more with dollar savings ranging from $250,000 to several million dollars. In this white paper, learn to reduce your database TCO by using open source software.
A Virtualization Guide to Configuring Microsoft Hyper-V This guide shows the steps necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V on a Sun Fire x64 server with a Sun Storage J4000 series array for external storage.