Distributed Computing White Papers

Distributed Computing is a programming paradigm focusing on designing distributed, open, scalable, transparent, fault tolerant systems. This paradigm is a natural result of the use of computers to form networks.
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By: Comcast     Published Date: Apr 26, 2013

This paper discusses the Metro Ethernet attributes that provide more flexible, scalable connectivity between your business locations and your data centers than SONET TDM private lines or IP VPNs. Unlike other WAN technologies, Metro Ethernet has some unique capabilities to allow you to more cost effectively connect multiple locations to your data centers.

Tags : metro ethernet, scalable, conectivity, data center, wan, sonet, dtm, vpn
    
By: Comcast     Published Date: Apr 26, 2013

Selecting the optimal wide area networking service to meet your diverse needs has been challenging given the many choices. However, over the past several years, business Ethernet services have emerged as the optimal choice to best address many applications.

Tags : ethernet, wan, wide area network, productivity, business continuity, network, customer satisfaction, bandwidth management
    
By: Sponsored by HP and Intel®     Published Date: May 09, 2013

This IDC paper “Business Value of Blade Infrastructures” indicates the considerable cost savings and the improved agility of the IT infrastructure by migrating to an HP BladeSystem environment. In fact, HP BladeSystem cut data costs by 68%. Customers participating in this study were able to pay back their initial investment in just over 7 months, a significant factor given the financial constraints most IT organizations are facing.

Tags : storage, blade, server, infrastructure, study, business value, roi, bandwidth management
    
By: Sponsored by HP and Intel®     Published Date: May 09, 2013

Uncover the impact modern business demands are having on corporate networks today and learn what you must do to ensure your network performs the way you need it to for business success.

Tags : virtualization, agile, security, network, network performance, distributed computing, infrastructure, load balancing
    
By: Wolfe     Published Date: Apr 18, 2013

Cloud services create a compelling case to move application processing and storage out of the data center and onto the network.

Tags : ethernet, cloud, application processing, storage, data center, network, voip, unified communications
    
By: Heroix     Published Date: Jan 23, 2013

Enterprises that adopt a proactive approach to IT resource capacity planning, using the most advanced methods and tools available, are ensuring that their IT environments are right-sized to enable corporate growth and improve company performance.

Tags : virtualization, cloud computing, network, capacity planning, resource planning, bandwidth management, distributed computing, infrastructure
    
By: CDW Vmware     Published Date: Aug 02, 2012

In today's competitive business landscape, users' needs are continuously changing. Employees want access to their data and applications anytime, anywhere, from any device. The journey to seamlessly integrate data and applications across all devices begins with desktop modernization.

Tags : modernize, desktop, data, application, access, device, seamlessly, integrate
    
By: Actiance     Published Date: Jul 11, 2012

Information security for federal agencies is of high importance, due to the vast amount of sensitive personal data held by the US government. This Osterman Research whitepaper provides an overview of the regulations to which federal agencies have to adhere as well as tips on mitigating the risks created by the use of new communications technologies like social media and Unified Communications.

Tags : social media, unified communications, active directory, bandwidth management, convergence, distributed computing, ethernet networking, fibre channel
    
By: Actiance     Published Date: Jul 11, 2012

The proliferation of social media tools has heightened interest in compliance issues, especially for financial services firms. FINRA, SEC, and industry regulations have been issued with specific guidance for social media sites. This Osterman Research whitepaper discusses the trend of using social media at work, the communication technologies in use by the financial services industry, and techniques for securing and controlling social media within your organization.

Tags : compliance, networking, active directory, bandwidth management, convergence, distributed computing, ethernet networking, fibre channel
    
By: Red Hat, Inc.     Published Date: Jul 10, 2012

Cloud computing has a lot of appeal, from auto-scaling to lower costs, and it's all just a few clicks away. Thus, the big question is not "why cloud?" but rather "how cloud?"

Tags : cloud, cloud computing, autoscaling, lower costs, applications technology, applications platform, it productivity, application lifecycle
    
By: Eaton     Published Date: Jun 01, 2012

Though power protection solutions vary in numerous ways, all but the largest data centers use basic approaches when deploying uninterruptible power systems (UPSs): Either they distribute many smaller UPSs among their server racks or they install one or two large UPSs centrally within or near their server room. This white paper outlines each architecure's pros and cons.

Tags : uninterruptible power system, ups, power back up strategy, distributed power back up scheme, centralized back up scheme, white space, hybrid back up strategy, distributed computing
    
By: Palo Alto Networks     Published Date: May 09, 2012

In this on-demand video broadcast, hear Nir Zuk, CTO and co-founder of Palo Alto Networks and Rich Mogull, Analyst and CEO of Securosis, provide insights and recommendations on how to handle consumerization and the proliferation of devices.

Tags : palo alto, palo alto networks, consumerization, proliferations, applications, mobile, mobile devices, controls
    
By: Proofpoint     Published Date: Apr 06, 2012

Download this white paper from Osterman Research and Proofpoint to learn how the protection of corporate data from sophisticated malware and phishing attacks is at top of mind of IT decision makers.

Tags : cloud-based security, advanced persistent threat, threat protection, cloud security, phishing, malware, anti-malware, security
    
By: PC Mall     Published Date: Mar 03, 2012

With impressive performance scalability, the HP ProLiant DL385 G7 and ProLiant BL465c G7 attained outstanding results for two-processor platforms on the two-tier SAP® Sales and Distribution (SD) standard application benchmark.

Tags : servers, server, hp servers, hp server, scalability, servers, giant, proliant
    
By: IBM     Published Date: Feb 11, 2012

The white paper points out that it is important to remember that cloud computing is not just about data center technology. It's about streamlining business processes to make organisations and people more strategic and more responsive to change.

Tags : cloud computing, environment, hardware, ibm corp., scenario, convergence, distributed computing, ethernet networking
    
By: Riverbed Technology, Inc.     Published Date: Jan 09, 2012

Riverbed Cascade Pilot and Cascade Shark combine sophisticated, end-to-end monitoring with high-speed,high-fidelity packet capture and analysis to deliver comprehensive network performance monitoring and analysis. Download this insightful solution brief to learn more.

Tags : riverbed, cascade, monitoring, troubleshooting, networking, corporate network, service, application
    
By: CenturyLink     Published Date: Nov 18, 2011

There are more people on earth than total IPv4 addresses, and they're expected to run out by the end of 2011. Preparing for the transition now can help you maintain business continuity during the changeover while taking advantage of immediate business benefits.

Tags : centurylink, qwest, high speed internet, phone, mobile, tv services, offers, bundles
    
By: IBM Corp     Published Date: May 31, 2011

Unique Express implemented a comprehensive Omnix Transport Solution running on an IBM® System x® server. The end result was a dramatically better management of driver and vehicle resources, saving tens of thousands of dollars per year.

Tags : unique express, computer-based transport solution, ibm system x server, omnix software, high availability, omnix transport solution, paul casotti, distributed computing
    
By: Tata Communications     Published Date: Apr 05, 2011

This document discusses the evolution of Ethernet. As a proven leader in delivering Ethernet services, Tata Communications is making a bold, calculated move that positively impact the future of Ethernet and ultimately benefit customers.

Tags : pbb technology, tata communications, vlan, b-vlan, lan, provider backbone bridging technology, active directory, bandwidth management
    
By: Symantec.cloud     Published Date: Mar 02, 2011

The mobile workspace has created problems for IT, including policy enforcement, attack from untrusted wireless networks, and physical data theft. This white paper examines how cloud-based security solutions can protect distributed workers.

Tags : symantec.cloud, messagelabs, distributed workforce management, cloud-based security, it security, remote worker, wireless network, laptop
    
By: HP     Published Date: Sep 02, 2010

This paper provides an overview of the challenges businesses face today and how IT addresses the explicit need to manage network costs, provide choice and flexibility and reduce complexity.

Tags : networking, business management, network management, active directory, bandwidth management, convergence, distributed computing, ethernet networking
    
By: Raritan Inc.     Published Date: Aug 04, 2010

This Case Study explores how they installed energy management software and intelligent rack PDUs with outlet-level power monitoring to add remote energy management, power monitoring of individual devices, environmental monitoring, and sophisticated and accurate power usage reports and analytics.

Tags : raritan, power, processing, energy management, data center efficiency, power management, instrumentation, green
    
By: Raritan Inc.     Published Date: Jun 23, 2010

Virtualization presents a tremendous opportunity for IT organizations. Yet deployment involves major process and management complexities. This white paper outlines best-practice methodologies that help you tackle challenges brought on by virtualization. We also suggest key questions to ask when evaluating a consolidated management solution.

Tags : power distribution unit, raritan, pdu, power monitoring, environmental monitoring, data center power, data center monitoring, monitor power
    
By: Motorola     Published Date: Apr 08, 2010

MOTOTRBO, a digital communications system with repeaters that are linked via Internet Protocol (IP). Leveraging the existing Internet infrastructure provided an economical way for Georgia Nut Company to meet their communication needs for today and tomorrow.

Tags : motorola, mototrbo, digital communications system, repeaters, internet protocol, audio in noisy environment, voice and data communication, bandwidth management
    
By: F5 Networks Inc     Published Date: Feb 24, 2010

Discover the tools to create the next-generation data center and enable a true Virtual Data Center that is fluid, mobile and has limitless growth.

Tags : vmware drs, application delivery networking, virtual data center, network virtualization, distributed computing, infrastructure, server virtualization, data center design and management
    
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