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Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 spotlight

Visual Studio 2010 is the latest version of Microsoft’s application development platform, equipped with a slew of add-ons and new features. Learn more about what’s new here.Continue Reading
SQL Server consolidation pros and cons

See if SQL server consolidation is right for you with this checklist, taken from Chapter 1 of our e-book, Consolidate SQL Servers for availability, scalability and cost savings.Continue Reading
.NET tools to be bundled in next SQL Server

After two decades with the same underlying technology, SQL Server is in need of a facelift, Microsoft says. At the Professional Developers Conference, Microsoft vice president Gordon Mangione revealed some early features of Yukon, the next version ...Continue Reading

Bring data analysis methods to the masses

Many members of the general public, which includes business executives, don't really understand what analytics is all about. It's...

Setting the stage to effectively visualize data

The piles of data gathered from business intelligence and analytics tools is of little use to BI, data management and IT teams if...

Self-service analytics needs strong data architecture foundation

The adoption of self-service BI and analytics tools continues to grow. But understanding how to support their use is a must -- ...

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What's yours is mine: Sharing DCIM

It's hard to avoid the growing importance of data center infrastructure management technology (DCIM) within the world of IT. Data...

Address common problems in mainframe testing concepts

Accurate mainframe testing data is hard to obtain. This overview covers testing concepts, problems and tool options for improving...

Avoid common server racking issues

Increasing physical demands of modern IT gear can pose problems for classic rack enclosures. Watch for these factors when buying ...

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Key considerations for determining if a NoSQL DBMS meets your IT needs

NoSQL represents the fastest-growing type of DBMS being adopted today. Is it right for you?

Couchbase, VoltDB pursue more database scalability in big data apps

New database updates address large-scale applications. Included are Couchbase Server 4.0 with multidimensional scaling support ...

CDO jobs on the rise to help wring more business value out of data

Chief data officers are becoming more prevalent in companies, and more necessary, consultant John Ladley said in a webinar -- so ...

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Survive and thrive in cloud DevOps

Research shows that more companies are adopting DevOps, or the blending of an organization’s application development and systems ...

Amazon job listings offer many AWS roadmap clues

Amazon is hiring thousands of people, and where it’s hiring offers clues about where the AWS roadmap is headed.

Supporting Internet of Things applications in AWS

AWS has tools to help manage Internet of Things devices and apps, but PaaS database architectures could better handle IoT's large...

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Federal Court returns patent lost in Google vs. Oracle case

During the Google vs. Oracle court case, a lower court ruled to invalidate an Oracle patent. Now, a federal court has given ...

Oracle Marketing Cloud uses big data to help higher ed

Oracle releases Oracle Marketing Cloud products for colleges and data-as-a-service users, and a judge decides to keep the Oregon ...

Constant currency-tinted lenses make for a better looking Q3

Oracle's third-quarter financial results look very similar to last year's, but with constant currency the picture is much ...

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Using IoT technologies to fuel interconnected experiences

IoT technology and mobile apps generate new concerns, including how to create interconnected digital experiences for users.

Is SharePoint in the cloud the right fit for your company?

SharePoint Online can reduce costs and ease management headaches, but not without a few functionality tradeoffs. Companies should...

Grant supports open source path to manage digital assets

Digital asset management software helps museums manage burgeoning digital collections, but at high cost. A new open source DAM ...

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This PowerShell module takes control of NTFS permissions

One simple install of the File System Security PowerShell Module can help manage NTFS permissions for user access to folders.

Five must-read Windows administrator books

With plenty of titles on the market, it's tough to whittle down a reading list. Our expert has made a list of required reading.

Windows Server networking improvements and changes

The next version of Windows Server will see the end of network access protection, but more networking enhancements can be found ...