Capturing the private cloud
A private cloud could offer almost all the benefits of a public cloud but without the attendant security and privacy headaches. And for large organizations, it can even be less expensive.
Microsoft to issue six patches on July 14
The security issues expected to be addressed in this patch include four remote code execution vulnerabilities and two elevation-of-privilege considerations.
Microsoft exec offers tips for CIOs moving to the cloud
Microsoft's Ron Markezich talks about what federal CIOs should keep in mind as they weigh the merits of a future in the cloud, including which applications are suitable for the cloud and the importance of identity management.
Vordel adds interoperability to the cloud
Don’t get locked into a single cloud computing vendor; the Vordel Gateway Cloud Edition lets you access Amazon, Force.com and Google.
New desktop virtualization solutions can cut costs and bolster security
Desktop virtulization aims to lower the costs and increase the security of desktop computers, but agencies must determine which approach — or combination of methods — best suits their needs.
NASA stores lunar orbiter data in the cloud
Scientists will have immediate access to data from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter via a cloud-based storage system.
Unisys sees a vision in the cloud
Unisys Corp. unveiled its cloud-computing strategy and solutions portfolio for organizations seeking to move applications securely to tailored cloud environments.
With virtual data center, San Diego port's ship comes in
The San Diego Unified Port District is getting a better view of how its diverse collection of networked information systems performs with an all-in-one data center offering from AccelOps.
Virtualization: The coming display protocol wars
The future of desktop virtualization may hinge on display protocols. VMware and Citrix take different paths: Which company is likely to win?
Microsoft releases beta version of Configuration Manager SP2
Microsoft has released a public beta version of Configuration Manager Service Pack 2.
Microsoft clarifies Windows 7 downgrade plan
Microsoft has clarified its downgrade rights policies for buyers of Windows 7, which the company plans to ship Oct. 22.
Dell expands virtualization portfolio
Dell has expanded its virtualization technology portfolio to help organizations striving to make data centers and IT operations work more efficiently.
Kantara Initiative aims to bring harmony, interoperability to ID management
The Kantara Initiative will provide a venue for the identity management industry to cooperate in developing interoperable technologies that will better enable identity-based applications and other interactive online transactions.
IBM to unveil cloud services and products
IBM this week will unveil products and services to make it more efficient — and safe — for businesses and government agencies to move to cloud computing.
Federal IT managers lukewarm about virtualization
A survey finds that three-quarters of federal information technology managers recognize the benefits of virtualization, but just 20 percent say their agencies are harnessing the technology to its fullest.
Microsoft executive: Business adoption of Windows 7 to start in 2010
Bill Koefoed also said Windows Server 2008 R2 includes a live-migration feature that lets IT pros move virtual machines across nodes with little to no downtime for end users.
Study finds wireless APs open to attack
AirTight, a provider of Wi-Fi security services, recently scanned 3,632 access points and nearly 550 clients in seven different financial centers and found that half of these WAPs were either unprotected or used WEP encryption.
California gets a handle on IT with on-demand PPM software
California’s Office of the State CIO is using Métier’s WorkLenz PPM to reduce technology costs while producing more projects with fewer resources.
Asigra launches FIPS-certified cloud backup platform
Asigra’s latest version of its backup software is FIPS-140-certified and lets users backup data to a private, public or hybrid cloud.
Security pros find cyberspace review lacking
Industry security experts say the Cyberspace Policy Review could use greater detail on identifying threats, offering legal protection for security and the extent of powers held by the cybersecurity coordinator.
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