How to Properly Shred a Computer Hard Drive Computer hard drives have troves of information that data thieves and other criminals would love to get their hands on. These devices often contain a wide range of private and secure info, including personal client details and confidential company secrets. When it’s time to dispose of them, […]
KEEP READINGMost buildings over a few years old have abandoned wires and cables behind the walls. This is especially true for facilities like data centers, schools, hospitals, office buildings and other structures with a prevalence of electronics and telecommunications equipment. Cables are often abandoned when tenants move out, or when new upgrades are installed, to save […]
KEEP READINGBusinesses are always on the lookout for methods of improving efficiency in their operations. For many, automation and technology are attractive choices, though some options may be prohibitively costly for smaller businesses. One option that has caught the attention of businesses of all sizes is radio frequency identification, or RFID. RFID is a highly versatile […]
KEEP READINGAs the IT infrastructure of the typical company has grown, so has the need for regular information system audits. These audits examine whether a business’s IT controls protect company assets, ensure information accuracy and further the company’s business goals adequately and efficiently. For data centers, these audit processes are even more essential to operations. The importance […]
KEEP READINGDo you see dust piling up in your data center? Have you noticed an increase in chemical or acrid odors recently? Are you unsure about when the air filters in your data center’s HVAC system were last changed? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this article is for you. By following this advice, you […]
KEEP READINGAccording to Gartner, data center infrastructure management (DCIM) consists of tools and applications that manage, measure or monitor data center use, as well as the energy consumption of all hardware, facilities infrastructure components — like power distribution units — and computer room ACs (CRACs). If you’re looking to optimize your current data center IT infrastructure or establish a […]
KEEP READINGThough ransomware has existed for decades, threats are more advanced, evasive and widespread than ever before. Industry experts report that, by 2021, there will be a ransomware attack on a business every 11 seconds. Here’s what you need to know about ransomware protection for your organization. What Is Ransomware? Ransomware is a dangerous malware that attackers […]
KEEP READINGFrom data recovery and networking to website management and employee data storage, data centers are a critical component of successful businesses. Unfortunately, despite the important role they play in operations, there is a widespread concern facing IT managers and professionals — budget. According to one report, nearly 60% of surveyed IT professionals cite budgeting and finding lower-cost […]
KEEP READINGThe global pandemic has disrupted the future of office work as we know it. A surge in remote workers has tested the speed and capacity of the internet. Can we expect telecommuting to be as important in the coming years? Since 2005, regular telecommuting has grown 173%, according to Global Workplace Analytics. Traditionally, work from home […]
KEEP READINGFor data centers to be better hubs of information and innovation, everything trends toward increasing the speed, capacity and reliability of data to power business operations through the growing Internet of Things. What does the future of data center technology look like? We anticipate much of future data center adaptations will involve the maximization of uptime, energy […]
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