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Intel Unveils Solid-State SATA Storage Drives
Intel has been putting a great deal of R&D into developing flash memory SSDs that will withstand the rigors of 24/7 data center server usage, heavy-duty client/server desktop and laptop use, and embedded applications. Intel is convinced that it has added enough storage capacity—up to 160GB—on these SSDs to more than handle enterprise duty.
A 12-Step Program To Dispose of Old IT Gear
Stuck with with old IT hardware and unsure how to dispose of it properly? Here's how Converge helps solution providers get rid of their IT junk.
Build an Affordable Virtualization Server for Thin-Client Computing
Why should large enterprises have all the fun when it comes to virtualization technology? Small businesses can benefit too. Build an inexpensive desktop virtualization server that brings virtualized desktops to client PCs anywhere, and at a price anyone can afford.
Remember Those? A Trip Through Technology Then and Now
As brothers Dan and Michael Schwab take over and prepare to move D&H Distributing into the next generation, here's a look at some of the cutting-edge technology that's come and gone over the last 40 years.
Storage Virtualization: Help or Hype?
Two buzzwords, storage and virtualization, are coming together. Here's how to sort the myths from reality.
No Guarantee of Success for Microsoft's Hyper-V Virtualization
After a long, intensive beta process, Microsoft's Hyper-V virtualization is now ready for the masses. But will enterprises turn away from leading players such as VMware and Citrix and flock to the new technology?
Rackable to Seed the Cloud
A new lineup of dense, x86 systems could be the backbone to cloud computing and businesses interested in Web 2.0 infrastructures.
Symantec Bundles New Data Center Suite
Altiris management platform is the key connector for security and backup/recovery package.
Automated Backups Give Client Weekends Back
IBM VAR Vision Solutions helps Nicholas & Company implement a state-of-the-art data center that automates backup, eliminating the sys admin's practice of manual backups on a Saturday night.
The Tech That Had VARs Talking in Hershey
Besides the buffet dinner and open bar, what technologies captured the imaginations of VARs at this year's D&H Mid-Atlantic Technology Show?
Symantec, Citrix Unveil New VI Package
Symantec data center management chief sees XenSource as a 'big bet' to capture new data center customers.
Symantec Brings SAAS to Storage with Hosted Backup
New Symantec Protection Network aims to transform fat backup clients into thin-client, Web-based, e-vault hosted storage solutions.
Dell Sees IT Spending Slow Through Summer 2008
While the company posted upbeat first-quarter financial results, Dell is seeing a slowdown in IT spending.
Double-Take Releases Virtual Recovery Assistant for VMware
Double-Take's technology partnership with VMware gives its new Virtual Recovery Assistant a built-in channel base and customers eager to take advantage of the software enhancement.
EMC Ships New Bundle for VMware
New middleware simplifies backup/recovery for Exchange and SQL Server running on VMware.
How Data Centers Can Make the Grade
Solution providers, vendors and users together are laying the foundation for a better data center.
Citrix Builds Out Its Delivery Center
The XenDesktop product is the beginning of Citrix's new method for delivering applications to the desktop.
Client Virtualization Comes to the Fore
Virtualization is creating more value on the client side, something solution providers need to watch.
Fujitsu, OnStor Take Swipe At NetApp
Fujitsu inks agreement to resell OnStor's Bobcat NAS Gateway, pitting the vendor against market leader Network Appliance.
2008 Channel Insider Product of the Year Awards
The moment everyone has been waiting for - the results of the 2008 Channel Insider Product of the Year Awards. It's time to see what products rate as the best of the best.

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