Software


Hybrid Drives: Good Architecture or All Flash?

Is Microsoft's Vista responsible for a push to hybrid drives?

Teradata’s Split from NCR: Not Exactly Kramer vs. Kramer

Who will get what when Teradata splits from parent company NCR? Oddly enough, that doesn’t seem to be an issue.



PowerPlay: Cognos Gobbles up Celequest

Not all industry watchers see genius in the deal, but those who do say Celequest gives Cognos some serious dashboard muscle.

Step by Secure Step: Network Security Planning

With a little prioritization, setting up a network security plan doesn't have to eat up all your time.

System z: What IBM Still Needs to Do

IBM has done a lot to help revitalize the mainframe, Big Iron technologists say, but there’s still much work to be done

Case Study: Breaking the One-Stop-Shop Rule

Even in the most "monolithic" of IT settings, the mainframe data center, there may be compelling justifications for violating the one-stop-shop approach that vendors are keen to promote these days.

Demystifying Enterprise Tiered Storage, Part 2 of 2

Last week we explained the four key factors in tiered storage. This week we explore how to align your storage strategy with business requirements.

Mainframe’s TCO Still Very Attractive, Analysts Report

Mainframe adoption should continue to take off in both existing and emerging markets.