Linux (also known as GNU/Linux) is a Unix-like computer operating system. It is one of the most prominent examples of open source development and free software; unlike proprietary operating systems such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X, its underlying source code is available for anyone to use, modify, and redistribute freely.
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Migrate from a Proprietary Server Architecture? - Open Systems Provide Way to Exit Money Pit
published by Dell-Intel on Nov 23, 2009
If you are concerned about the future of your proprietary RISC platform, you need to consider a migration from proprietary to open, from UNIX to Linux while you still have options. You do not want to be forced to pour good money after bad upgrading an obsolete architecture in order simply to stay afloat. See how servers using Intel Xeon processors can offer better performance for a lower price while saving energy.
Simplifying UNIX Migration : Dell and Red Hat Pave the Way
published by Dell-Intel on Nov 23, 2009
The move from UNIX to Linux makes sense in almost any environment, and now, with today's economic environment and every budget being cut, it makes more sense than ever before. The TCO of the proprietary RISC/UNIX data center is going up. With the ROI of migrating to an open systems platform based on Intel Xeon processors being measured in months, you can become a corporate hero.
Red Hat Webinar: Data Security in the Adapting Enterprise
published by Red Hat, Inc. on Nov 09, 2009
Data Security has been at the forefront of what CIOs are thinking about today. Discover why data security remains so important for the adapting enterprise today. This webinar interviews Brian Stevens, CTO of Red Hat, and is approximately 14 minutes long.
Building the Case for System z Linux
published by Mainline Information Systems on Oct 27, 2009
Learn how to identify the business case to support consolidation with System z Linux.
The Advantages of Linux on POWER Systems - Part 1
published by Mainline Information Systems on Oct 27, 2009
This educational webcast is part one is a two part series providing an overview of Linux on Power.
Trial Download - DB2 Compression
published by IBM on Oct 21, 2009
Download DB2 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows. DB2 9.7 takes cost savings, ease of use, and security of DB2 9.5 to the next level. For example, the industry-leading deep compression technology introduced in DB2 9.5 has been enhanced and extended in DB2 9.7.
System z Linux Proof of Concept - Project Management Best Practices
published by Mainline Information Systems on Oct 20, 2009
From planning, to proving, to production, there are a lot of intricate details to think about when you are considering a Linux implementation. In this webcast, Marianne Eggett summarizes industry best practices for project management of your IBM System z Linux (POC).
Data warehousing with DB2 family for IBM System z customers (293)
published by IBM on Oct 14, 2009
Discover the unique support for data warehousing and business intelligence offered by the IBM DB2 portfolio. This white paper shows how an IBM System z server, integrated with the IBM DB2 family of solutions, can help you meet requirements for data warehousing and business intelligence.
Enterprise Web 2.0 application support from IBM (300)
published by IBM on Aug 21, 2009
This white paper outlines the advantages of WebSphere Portal for System z software and provides essential information to those considering adding Web-facing workloads on their mainframe hardware. Also, with these WebSphere Portal for System z options, IBM illustrates its ongoing commitment to mainframe computing and underscores the business value that remains inherent in the System z platform. Learn more today!
Executive Update: IBM System z and Web 2.0 deliver value together (300)
published by IBM on Aug 21, 2009
Improving access to core applications and data is just one of many mandates facing IT, along with improving collaboration, reducing administration costs and improving performance. Fortunately, shops running System z have an advantage. You can integrate and enhance your System z assets faster when you use the version 6.1 update to IBM WebSphere Portal on z/OS. Use it to quickly deploy business applications across the enterprise, reduce costs and increase flexibility with workloads centralized on System z.
Embedded Tech Paper: Learn How to Create Effective GUIs
published by Mentor Graphics on Aug 19, 2009
In today’s competitive embedded markets, manufacturers need to find ways to differentiate without adversely impacting development time and cost. This is particularly true in relation to embedded devices that are designed for use by consumers. As such products become more sophisticated, user interaction via traditional switches, dials, and basic displays becomes less desirable for a number of reasons.
Magic Quadrant for Job Scheduling
published by BMC Control M on Jul 16, 2009
Gartner has positioned BMC CONTROL-M in the Leaders Quadrant of their "2009 Magic Quadrant for Job Scheduling." The report assesses the ability to execute and completeness of vision of key vendors in the marketplace. Read a full copy today, courtesy of BMC Software.
IBM WebSphere Portal for z/OS taps into System z, Web 2.0: Executive update
published by IBM on Jun 24, 2009
WebSphere Portal remains IBM's strategic front end for SOA. It enables our clients to closely align their business objectives on standards-based platforms with role-based delivery of composite applications across and beyond their enterprise. At the end of June we delivered a new version of WebSphere Portal Version 6.1. This release significantly improves performance by tapping into the 64-bit capabilities of the IBM System z platform. Click here to learn more!
Unix, Linux Uptime and Reliability Increase; Patch Management Woes Plague Windows
published by IBM on Jun 02, 2009
Linux reliability has come of age. Several major Linux distributions including Novell SUSE, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ubuntu scored high in reliability, improved over 2006 uptime statistics and achieved near parity with Unix distributions. Security incidents plagued Windows Server 2003, which saw uptime decrease by roughly 10% during last year. Corporations must continue to adhere to best practices in configuration, management and security to ensure optimal server operating system and application reliability.
Inquiry Spotlight: Server Virtualization, Q3 2008
published by NetApp DWA on Apr 21, 2009
As organizations continue to deploy server virtualization, questions have shifted from "if" to "how." Out of all 220 inquiries Forrester's IT infrastructure and operations team answered on data centers, servers, and virtual appliances in 2008 to date, 72 were specifically in regard to server virtualization. These IT professionals' most common inquiries addressed vendor comparison, optimum physical to virtual consolidation ratios, expected ROI, and situation-specific concerns regarding the possible benefits that virtual servers could provide. These inquiries came from organizations in the early stages of implementing server virtualization — if you are considering or are in the process of implementing, you too should be asking these questions.
What Makes OpenVOS OPEN?
published by Stratus Technologies on Mar 10, 2009
Terry Bass, V Series and OpenVOS Product Manager, discusses the arsenal of industry standard and open source applications available today on OpenVOS that make UNIX and Linux programmers immediately productive on the world’s most reliable operating system. VOS is now OPEN.
Mainframe Rehosting with Oracle Tuxedo: Accelerating Cost Reduction and Application Modernization
published by Oracle Corp. on Mar 09, 2009
Find out how mainframe rehosting lets IT professionals spend more time and money on development rather than on maintaining aging systems. This free whitepaper explains how you can unlock the value of key business logic for integration and reuse and therefore create a more innovative IT environment.
Fighting Fire With Fire: Five Strategies to Enable Business Change in IT Operations
published by HP Software on Nov 21, 2008
The problem is change; the solution is change. Like firefighters setting controlled burns to combat forest fires, IT managers are addressing the demands of business change by introducing change of their own. To meet new business needs, new applications are deployed on new architectures using new technologies. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
Superuser Containment: The Cost of Doing Nothing
published by CA on May 29, 2008
Root. Administrator. Domain Admin. A superuser by any other name would smell as sweet. No matter what you call it, it’s the all-powerful accesses that can cause the most trouble in today’s network environments. All mature networks and many on their way to maturity incorporate controls to ensure that data is strictly controlled against compromise or inadvertent disclosure. But where problems still occur in today’s natively-managed networks is within the roles and responsibilities of its superusers. For this problem, IT departments are not necessarily at fault.
Impact of IBM System p Server Virtualization
published by IBM on Feb 25, 2008
Virtualization is no longer an “emerging” technology. Its potential to increase the efficiency of IT infrastructures has become widely recognized. But key questions are raised in the early stages of virtualization planning: should it be implemented only for new projects, or applied to existing infrastructures? Should opportunities be pursued on a case-by-case basis, or targeted as a broader goal of IT strategy?
The Top 5 Open Source Security Myths
published by Guardian Digital on Oct 02, 2007
Open source is just a method to reaching a goal, not a goal in itself. In this overview, "The Top 5 Open Source Security Myths," you will be introduced to some of the largest misconceptions regarding open source security.
Secure By Design
published by Guardian Digital on Oct 02, 2007
Guardian Digital's EnGarde Secure Linux is the world's premier secure operating platform engineered from Open Source Technologies. Written in an easy to read, plain-language format, you will get introduced to the full range of benefits that makes EnGarde "Secure By Design."
High Availability: Is it Sufficient for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity?
published by Stratus Technologies on Sep 19, 2007
For mission-critical IT, service outages and data loss pose serious consequences. This white paper examines how availability management, disaster recovery and business continuity support one another and offers insight to find success at all of them.
Addressing the Superuser Threat: Securing Access to Server Operating Systems podcast
published by CA on Jul 25, 2007
IDC's Identity and Access Management Compliance Forecast identifies superuser access as the cause of three of the top eight common sources of compliance risk. But what can your organization do to mitigate this risk?
Host Access Management in a Virtualized Environment podcast
published by CA on Jul 25, 2007
Consolidating servers through virtualization is a hot market trend due to the IT cost savings and quality of service improvements it provides. However, virtualization intensifies a number of security vulnerabilities with regards to protecting the deployed operating systems.
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