The latest version of Intel's mobile processor family creates some interesting options for a physical home lab. Here are some considerations for leveraging this inexpensive platform.

Netflix recently completed migrating their streaming service with AWS. Keith Townsend shares insights for enterprises considering a cloud move.

Strongly held opinions about the proper method to wipe data from hard drives reflect bygone eras. Learn about disk wiping for modern platter hard drives, and securing data on solid-state drives.

A researcher claims he's improved hard disk failure prediction. One expert says such research should rely more on device statistics and less on SMART analytics.

Jesus Vigo reviews the steps necessary to add a front-end webmail application using Roundcube that's hosted on OS X Server.

Jesus Vigo explains how to set up the Mail service on OS X Server and configure server-side settings for email security and hygiene.

When you're making the case to a data center manager about tech that is worthy of her consideration, make sure these three open source options are on your list.

Lauren Malhoit helps you make sense of the Cisco Unified Computing System Manager software in this overview. She focuses on the Admin console's Faults tab.

Electricity is often one of the least visible elements of a shiny, state-of-the-art data center. Learn more about the power needed to keep that data center running.

The noise levels data center workers are exposed to could lead to hearing impairment. Read about one way these workers can protect their hearing.

Physical-to-virtual conversions have a few gotchas, but they may be the best option when a proper application, data, and configuration migration isn't possible.

Find out which three modules to install on your Apache server to lock it down and prevent DDoS, Slowloris, and DNS Injection attacks.

Use PowerShell to shave time off routine tasks like renaming computers. Here are some commands to try.

This simple example demonstrates how to get virtual hosts up and running quickly on your WAMP server.

Connecting with customers doesn't mean you have to be face to face. Consultants can often please their clients and take care of business through remote support.