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• Why deploy desktop and application virtualization?

  Virtualizing desktops and apps can enable tighter security and a more agile environment and can simplify maintenance and enhance productivity, particularly for remote workers.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Robert Sheldon

• What is HCM software, and what are the HR software benefits?

  Human resources software, or human capital management software, handles everything from benefits administration and applicant tracking to retaining and rewarding star employees.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• How the top cloud collaboration tools stack up

  Team collaboration apps have saturated the UC market. See how the leading products compare on calling features, video conferencing support, pricing and other criteria.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

• Application delivery controllers evolve to meet new demands

  ADC devices have evolved to deliver a wide range of functionality, including web application firewall, denial-of-service protection, SSL offload and scalable performance.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Kevin Tolly, The Tolly Group

• Factors to consider before evaluating hybrid storage systems

  The right hybrid flash storage can help an organization maximize its storage capacity and improve performance. Learn what factors to consider before evaluating hybrid storage arrays.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• A roundup of the leading EMM providers in today's market

  Just as identifying the need for EMM is important, so is selecting the right vendor. Here's a rundown of leading EMM vendors and an in-depth peek into the products they offer.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew David

• Compare these top EMM providers and their potential impact

  With all the EMM products available, companies must know the major features that they offer and how the players stack up against each other.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew David

• Comparing the leading big data analytics software options

  This big data analytics tools comparison examines products from the leading vendors and provides insight into how you can differentiate between the various offerings.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Loshin, Knowledge Integrity Inc.

• Key factors to consider when making an EMM software purchase

  Enterprises must look at many organizational factors when purchasing EMM software. Learn the most important decision points to choose the best EMM platform for any enterprise.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew David

• The big business functions of EMM software

  Solid EMM software will manage and monitor a company's mobile device activity. Understand why organizations need EMM software and what constitutes a successful plan.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew David

• What key features do today's leading social CRM tools offer?

  Before purchasing social CRM software, learn the important tools and services you should be looking for and which of today's leading vendors offer them.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott Robinson, New Era Technology

• Learn what an EMM platform can achieve in the enterprise

  Mobile device management is no longer enough to secure enterprise data. In the wake of BYOD and IoT, companies need EMM, but they must know its capabilities and challenges beforehand.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew David

• Insights into buying big data analytics tools

  Before purchasing big data analytics software, companies must first identify their specific needs and then evaluate how the product features address those needs.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Loshin, Knowledge Integrity Inc.

• The top six EMM vendors offering MDM capabilities

  With vendors expanding their horizons from just MDM to more comprehensive EMM products, it is crucial to look at these EMM vendors who offer MDM capabilities.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Comparing the leading mobile device management products

  Expert Matt Pascucci examines the top mobile device management offerings to help you determine which MDM products are the best fit for your organization.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Six questions to ask before buying enterprise MDM products

  Mobile device management can be a crucial part of enterprise security. Expert Matt Pascucci presents the key questions to ask when investigating MDM products.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Make the case to follow a container strategy at your company

  Sorting through container management software can be overwhelming. Determine what your organization actually needs in terms of security and cloud capabilities before leaping in.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Tom Nolle, Andover Intel

• Understand the basics of mobile device management products

  Implementing MDM products has traditionally been the go-to answer for securing mobile devices, but with the role of mobile devices in the enterprise growing, admins need a more comprehensive security option.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Three enterprise scenarios for MDM products

  Expert Matt Pascucci outlines three enterprise uses cases for mobile device management products to see how they can protect users, devices and corporate data.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Explore the top vendors who offer enterprise mobile devices

  Discover these top providers who sell both tablets and smartphones for business workers. Their offerings are diverse, and some are more enterprise-oriented than others.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Robert Sheldon

• Three reasons to implement an NAC system

  The growth in devices on the network has heightened the need for network access control products. This article presents scenarios where an enterprise might need an NAC system.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Rob Shapland

• The benefits of using big data analytics software

  Tools for big data analytics have a lot to offer, and they come in many varieties. Get to know some of the ways business users and data scientists can use the software.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Loshin, Knowledge Integrity Inc.

• Hybrid storage arrays join multiple storage types to cut costs

  Despite being more complex than all-flash or all-hard disk drive systems, hybrid systems offer the speed and low latency of flash and the economy of HDDs, tape or cloud.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• Enterprise mobile devices and how the leaders stack up

  When analyzing and comparing the seemingly endless options available for mobile devices, IT buyers should look at the device type, OS and security functions, among other criteria.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Robert Sheldon

• Hybrid storage arrays offer the best of all storage worlds

  Hybrid flash arrays provide performance benefits over all-flash and all-hard disk storage systems and can address the varying workload demands of today's organizations.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• IaaS benefits broaden as public cloud market evolves

  The benefits of IaaS now range from increased scalability to access to emerging technologies, such as serverless. Review these key benefits, as well as management implications.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Jim O'Reilly

• Symantec Data Loss Prevention: Product overview

  Expert Bill Hayes checks out the Symantec Data Loss Prevention suite, featuring an architecture consisting of content-aware detection servers, endpoint agents and unified management.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Bill Hayes

• The business case for mobile app development platforms

  A solid MADP can address many enterprise mobile app needs if buyers can effectively make the case for them. Read the five major use cases for an app dev platform.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Robert Sheldon

• The leading object storage vendors offer broad range of options

  Explore how the leading object storage systems can be accessed, how they integrate with the cloud, what data security they provide and the various deployment options they offer.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott D. Lowe, ActualTech Media

• Learn what network access control systems can do for you

  Network access control systems keep rogue or compromised devices off of corporate networks. See how they work and the other security technologies with which they work.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Rob Shapland

• Copy data management vendors expand breadth of offerings

  This roundup of copy management systems from the leading vendors shows the distinct categories and implementation models this cost-saving technology can provide.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Chris Evans

• What the leading copy data management vendors offer

  Copy management systems from the leading vendors offer unique features that can help IT departments consolidate their secondary storage into a single product.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Chris Evans

• How the leading all-flash array vendors meet storage demands

  This in-depth overview of the features and capabilities of the leading AFA storage products can help you determine which configurations may best meet your needs.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• A closer look at Kaspersky antimalware protection services

  Expert Ed Tittel looks at Kaspersky antimalware product Endpoint Security, which provides multilayered protection against malware, phishing attacks and other exploits.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Details of Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security Services

  Expert Ed Tittel takes a closer look at Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security Services, an antivirus and antimalware product for small organizations.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Trend Micro OfficeScan endpoint protection software and its offerings

  Expert contributor Ed Tittel takes a look at Trend Micro OfficeScan, an endpoint protection product with antivirus and antimalware functionality for physical and virtualized endpoints.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• The various offers of Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection

  Expert Ed Tittel examines System Center Endpoint Protection, Microsoft's native Windows antivirus and antimalware security product.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• How SAS Enterprise Miner simplifies the data mining process

  The SAS Enterprise Miner data mining tool helps users develop descriptive and predictive models, including components for predictive modeling and in-database scoring.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Abie Reifer

• An in-depth look into McAfee Endpoint Threat Protection

  McAfee Endpoint Threat Protection is an antimalware protection product that is designed to secure Windows systems against malware, data loss and other threats in standalone or networked environments.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Sophos Endpoint Protection and an overview of its features

  Expert Ed Tittel examines Sophos Endpoint Protection, an endpoint security platform with antivirus, antimalware and more.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Evaluating endpoint security products for antimalware protection

  Expert contributor Ed Tittel explores key criteria for evaluating endpoint security products to determine the best option for antimalware protection for your organization.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Analyzing products from the leading object storage vendors

  When evaluating the leading object-based storage systems, it is important to consider which product can best support your uses cases and unique site requirements.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott D. Lowe, ActualTech Media

• Patch management tool comparison: What are the best products?

  With so many different vendors in the market, it isn't easy to pick the right patch management tool. Read this product comparison to see which is best for your company.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Earl Follis

• Examining the Knime Analytics Platform for big data analytics

  Knime offers open source data analytics, reporting and integration tools, as well as commercial software that can help build more efficient workflows.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Abie Reifer

• Determine your requirements before buying a copy management system

  Before evaluating copy data management systems, examine the pros and cons of the deployment models, as well as the most important features to look for in a product.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Chris Evans

• Know why patch management tools are required in the IT infrastructure

  Regulations, efficiency and protection are the main drivers for purchasing patch management tools. See why automated patch management is a requirement for most businesses.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Earl Follis

• Questions to ask object storage vendors before evaluating products

  Before investing in object storage architecture, it is vital to understand your options, including whether you should buy software, hardware or a combination of both.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott D. Lowe, ActualTech Media

• Examining what products the leading all-flash array vendors offer

  Although there are many factors to consider when selecting the right all-flash storage arrays for your organization, the first step is to assess your functional specifications.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• A look at the IBM SPSS Modeler and IBM SPSS Statistics analytics tools

  The IBM SPSS Modeler and IBM SPSS Statistics predictive analytics tools help users and data analysts build predictive models and manage the analytics process.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Abie Reifer

• Rounding up and diving into some of the top VDI monitoring tools

  Buyers have a wide range of VDI monitoring tools to select from to effectively manage, monitor and troubleshoot VDI deployments and desktop user experiences.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Alastair Cooke

• Trustwave Data Loss Prevention: Product overview

  Expert Bill Hayes examines Trustwave Data Loss Prevention and how the product addresses data at rest, endpoint data in use and network data in transit for enterprises.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Bill Hayes

• Okta Adaptive MFA gives companies flexible authentication

  Okta Adaptive MFA offers businesses a range of flexible authentication methods that use different contexts to determine which factors provide users with access.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• RSA Authentication Manager offers a variety of authentication methods

  With authentication methods ranging from risk-based to tokens, RSA Authentication Manager gives companies a number of ways to employ multifactor authentication.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• Summing up Symantec VIP Service, a multifactor authentication tool

  Expert David Strom looks at the Symantec VIP multifactor authentication product and how it can benefit enterprise security.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• An in-depth look at Gemalto's SafeNet Authentication Service

  Expert David Strom provides an in-depth look at Gemalto's SafeNet Authentication Service, a SaaS-based multifactor authentication product for boosting login security.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• SecureAuth IdP: An overview of its multifactor authentication ability

  Expert David Strom looks at how SecureAuth IdP uniquely combines multifactor authentication and single sign-on login capabilities in a single product.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• Object storage systems ease data capacity and archival concerns

  If your organization can identify with any of the object storage use cases noted here, it might be time to consider adding this technology to your storage portfolio.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott D. Lowe, ActualTech Media

• VASCO IDENTIKEY Authentication Server and a look at its key features

  Expert David Strom takes a closer look at VASCO's IDENTIKEY Authentication Server, one of the leading multifactor authentication products on the market.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Strom

• Quantifying the benefits of investing in copy management technology

  There are many benefits to implementing copy data storage, including cost reduction and increased operational efficiency while maintaining service-level objectives.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Chris Evans

• Microsoft Azure App Service lets developers build cloud applications

  For businesses looking to modernize legacy apps, Microsoft Azure App Service hosts several features that let users create web, mobile and Azure API apps in the cloud.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Evan Dardano

• Reviewing the threat intelligence features of VeriSign iDefense

  Expert Ed Tittel looks at VeriSign iDefense threat intelligence service for providing actionable, contextual data about today's top IT threats to organizations.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Threat Intelligence service overview of Infoblox ActiveTrust

  Expert Ed Tittel looks at the features and capabilities of the Infoblox ActiveTrust threat intelligence service for providing data on the top IT threats to organizations.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Detailing the features of LookingGlass Cyber Threat Center

  Expert Ed Tittel looks at the LookingGlass Cyber Threat Center service for providing organizations with intelligence on today's top IT threats.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Copy management systems reduce data consumption and storage costs

  Copy management systems offer a range of options for reducing excessive storage consumption and improving performance by eliminating the creation of redundant data copies.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Chris Evans

• How an object storage architecture can help reduce storage complexity

  An object storage architecture tackles traditional storage limitations by offering a file structure that is ideal for storing and protecting large amounts of unstructured data.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott D. Lowe, ActualTech Media

• RSA NetWitness Suite and its threat intelligence capabilities

  Expert Ed Tittel examines the RSA NetWitness Suite threat intelligence platform, which offers network forensic and analytics tools for investigating incidents and analyzing data.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• SecureWorks threat intelligence and what it can do for your enterprise

  Expert Ed Tittel examines the features and capabilities of SecureWorks, which gathers its intelligence from thousands of SecureWorks global customers.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Five criteria for purchasing from threat intelligence providers

  Expert Ed Tittel explores key criteria for evaluating threat intelligence providers to determine the best service for an enterprise's needs.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Five factors to consider before buying all-flash storage arrays

  Before purchasing all-flash array storage, you should determine whether your site plans to integrate AFA storage into its existing infrastructure or to start a new storage silo.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• Pulse Connect Secure offers a variety of authentication options

  Expert Karen Scarfone takes a look at the Pulse Connect Secure series of SSL VPNs for securing the connection between clients and networks through encrypted tunnels.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Karen Scarfone, Scarfone Cybersecurity

• SonicWALL SSL VPN provides security for organizations of any size

  The SonicWALL SSL VPN protects remote client devices by creating a secure connection to enterprise networks, with many options for customized security features.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Karen Scarfone, Scarfone Cybersecurity

• RSA Data Loss Prevention Suite: Product overview

  Expert Bill Hayes examines the RSA Data Loss Prevention Suite, which covers data in use, in transit and at rest for corporate networks, mobile devices and cloud services.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Bill Hayes

• Cisco IOS SSL VPN offers security through internet routers

  Expert Karen Scarfone outlines the features of the Cisco IOS SSL VPN and explains how it secures enterprise communications.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Karen Scarfone, Scarfone Cybersecurity

• HPE Unified Functional Testing allows for application test automation

  The HPE Unified Functional Testing platform provides users with interactive tools for creating and executing automated app testing tasks on desktop, mobile and web platforms.  Continue Reading

  

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  • T.J. Houpes

• An overview of the eggPlant testing tool for test automation

  The eggPlant testing tool provides developers and testers with software to create, schedule and execute automated testing and debugging tasks on a variety of mobile platforms.  Continue Reading

  

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  • T.J. Houpes

• Building a business case for all-flash array storage

  To make a business case for purchasing AFA storage, you must first understand what your applications need in terms of IOPS, latency and throughput.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• Exploring the three major types of software testing tools

  Application testing tools make enterprises' app development more efficient. Learn more about automation, coverage and bug tracking tools.  Continue Reading

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  • Matt Heusser, Excelon Development
  • Michael Larsen, Socialtext

• AFA storage has total cost of ownership advantages over HDDs

  All-flash array storage TCO advantages, including reduced power and cooling and increased performance, can help an organization justify its use to store their active workloads.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Logan G. Harbaugh, Independent consultant

• Quest Rapid Recovery incremental backup software saves data in a flash

  Quest Software's block-level, incremental backup software provides in-place recovery, integration with Microsoft VSS and tight recovery point and recovery time objectives.  Continue Reading

  

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  • George Crump

• How to get the most out of social CRM software

  Social CRM software requires a commitment of time and money. Consider the pros and cons and ask these important questions before choosing a social CRM platform.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Scott Robinson, New Era Technology

• A look at the leading operational database management systems

  The market for operational DBMS products can be confusing, especially with so many choices. But knowing your application requirements can help point you in the right direction.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Craig S. Mullins, Mullins Consulting

• A look at the services the leading public cloud vendors provide

  Examine the leading public cloud service providers and the features each offers, including backup and recovery, archival, hybrid cloud storage and cloud analytics.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Four criteria for evaluating public cloud storage providers

  Prior to selecting a public cloud service provider, it's essential that you understand what each vendor offers and how their services can best meet your organization's needs.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Matthew Pascucci

• Polycom video conferencing system offers widespread capabilities

  Polycom's video conferencing system provides companies of all sizes with flexible deployments for mobile devices, desktop computers and meeting rooms.  Continue Reading

  

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  • David Maldow

• Microsoft SQL Server 2016 relational DBMS overview

  Microsoft SQL Server 2016 for Windows comes in four editions, with updates that include a new stretch database feature, Polybase, dynamic data masking and more.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Craig S. Mullins, Mullins Consulting

• Digital Guardian for Data Loss Prevention: Product overview

  Expert Bill Hayes examines Digital Guardian for Data Loss Prevention and more of the vendor's DLP product lineup, which cover data in use, data in transit and data in the cloud.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Bill Hayes

• LogFire is cloud-based WMS software suited for omnichannel warehouses

  With LogFire, users get cloud-based WMS software that's scalable, easy to use and integrates with other Oracle supply chain management systems.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• Why orchestration services are important in the DevOps age

  Automation and orchestration services are critical for modern IT systems to function well. Learn more about how these functions facilitate IT processes and workflows.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Brian Kirsch, Milwaukee Area Technical College

• CA Technologies Data Protection: DLP product overview

  Expert Bill Hayes examines CA Technologies Data Protection, a data loss prevention suite designed to protect data at rest, in transit and in use across enterprise devices, networks and cloud services.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Bill Hayes

• Tripwire IP360: Vulnerability management product overview

  Expert Ed Tittel examines vulnerability management products from Tripwire, including the rack-mounted IP360 appliance and the cloud- based PureCloud Enterprise service.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Tenable Nessus Vulnerability Scanner: Product overview

  Expert Ed Tittel examines the Nessus vulnerability scanner series from Tenable Network Security, which includes client, cloud and on-premises vulnerability management products.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• SAP's adaptable warehouse management software boosts supply chain ops

  SAP's warehouse management software, EWM, integrates with different SAP SCM applications and other ERP systems and provides automation and support for multiple warehouse locations.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• The six most important criteria when evaluating WMS software

  Number of sales channels, deployment, integration and agility are just some of the important variables to consider when evaluating WMS software for your business.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• Rapid7 Nexpose: Vulnerability management product overview

  Ed Tittel examines Rapid7 Nexpose, a vulnerability management product for physical, virtual, cloud and mobile environments that discovers assets and scans for vulnerabilities.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Qualys Vulnerability Management: Product overview

  Expert Ed Tittel examines Qualys Vulnerability Management, a product for organizations of all sizes that is designed to help admins identify, monitor and mitigate vulnerabilities.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Ed Tittel

• Define warehouse workflows and processes with Manhattan SCALE

  See how Manhattan SCALE could aid your organization with warehouse operations. Deployed in the cloud or on premises, it's WMS software that works for businesses of all sizes.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• Splunk Enterprise Security: Product overview

  Expert Dan Sullivan explores how Splunk Enterprise Security uses big data security analytics to incorporate multiple methods of data integration to identify malicious events.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Dan Sullivan

• Five scenarios where WMS technology can help your organization

  From distribution center and warehouses globalizing, to omnichannel strategies and manufacturing software integration, WMS technology solves many needs in the warehouse.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data

• Examining the top data governance tools on the market

  Expert John Ladley examines the leading data governance software products, comparing and contrasting their features to help you determine which tool will best meet your needs.  Continue Reading

  

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  • John Ladley

• CFEngine configuration management tool up close and in-depth

  CFEngine is a widely known and used configuration management tool. Learn about its primary features and functions and if and how your organization could benefit from it.  Continue Reading

  

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  • Clive Longbottom