The Enterprise Cloud
This blog covers the latest developments and major players in cloud technology. Get practical advice on evaluating providers of cloud applications and services, as well as tips and best practices.
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The IEEE's Cloud Computing Initiative: Chair Steve Diamond explains its aims
Nick Hardiman interviewed Steve Diamond, Chair of the IEEE Cloud Computing Initiative to find out more about its goals for creating a cloud standard.
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The future of data centers: Is 100% cloud possible?
Guest blogger Robert Offley explains how the market is shifting today, what barriers remain for total cloud adoption, and if an evolution to 100% cloud is likely to occur.
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The "Jolly Green" sleeping server
Can you imagine having smart servers in your data center that know when to sleep and work? Microsoft's newest project called Marlowe is looking for more efficient ways to turn servers on and off throughout the day and night.
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The importance of network effects for cloud computing
Thoran Rodrigues explains "network effects," which is the effect that users have on the popularity and reach of a service or product. Will cloud computing break some of these traditional networks?