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	U.S. military strong-arming IT industry on IPv6 The U.S. military is ratcheting up the pressure on its network suppliers to deploy IPv6 on their own networks and Web sites so they can gain operational experience and fix bugs in the products they are selling that support the next-generation Internet protocol. Read More WHITE PAPER: Qwest The Three Ps of Evaluating Managed Network Services To reduce costs and keep IT resources focused on the core business, more organizations are choosing to outsource network management. To deliver on this promise, it's essential to choose the right service provider. This in-depth report explores the key considerations, including solution portfolio, partnerships and processes. Read now! In this Issue What's beyond 10G Ethernet? Private clouds: Not for the faint of heart 5 things we love/hate about private cloud management tools Cisco eschews cloud services - for now Will the New Year bring new in-building systems? Google 1Gbps fibre network pushed back Net neutrality: Tuesday's vote may not be the end 3G vs. 4G: Real-world speed tests WHITE PAPER: Akamai Technologies Electronic Software Delivery IDC : Those that are focused on providing an exceptional software acquisition are increasingly utilizing technology that helps create and measure a positive user experience. In this IDC whitepaper, review the benefits and processes of electronic software delivery. Learn the components of a successful solution that is optimal to the end user. Learn more What's beyond 10G Ethernet? So 10G Ethernet is now taking off - 10G accounts for roughly 25% of the overall $18 billion Ethernet switching market and the growth trajectory is only up from there. Read More Private clouds: Not for the faint of heart If you're thinking about operating a private cloud, you'll need management software to help create a virtualized pool of compute resources, provide access to end users, and handle security, resource allocation, tracking and billing. Read More WEBCAST: Dell Webcast: Is Virtualization Right for SMBs? You've heard that large companies embrace virtualization to consolidate their data centers, reduce costs, and improve operating efficiency and IT service levels. However, your data center only has tens of servers, not hundreds or thousands. Should you consider virtualization as well? View this webcast to learn more. Register now! 5 things we love/hate about private cloud management tools Novell Cloud Manager delivers comprehensive set of management features for creating and running private clouds. Citrix LabManager with Self Service Portal comes in second in our tests. Read More Cisco eschews cloud services - for now Cisco's cloud strategy encompasses pretty much everything under the sun save one - actual cloud services. Read More WEBCAST: Iron Mountain Online Server Backup Checklist Small businesses are quickly adopting the cloud as an alternative way to back up their critical data. If you haven't yet made the move to the cloud, attend this webcast to explore what to look for in an online backup solution to save you time, money and free up your precious IT resources. Learn more! Will the New Year bring new in-building systems? Amid all the industry talk of next-generation wireless WANs and new devices, I had an enlightening conversation recently with three network guys seeking new and improved methods of getting in-building cellular coverage. Read More Google 1Gbps fibre network pushed back Google has pushed back the roll out of its 1Gbps fibre network to next year. Read More Net neutrality: Tuesday's vote may not be the end Tuesday's vote at the FCC on net neutrality rules may not be the end of the debate. Read More 3G vs. 4G: Real-world speed tests Mobile workers who need always-on Internet access -- and who don't want to rely on public Wi-Fi hot spots -- often turn to a cellular network for connectivity, using either a 3G-equipped notebook or an external 3G modem. Now carriers are touting faster fourth-generation wireless networks as the next phase of mobile computing. But to make use of the new networks, you have to buy a 4G-capable device or modem and a new, often more-expensive service plan. Read More
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