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OpenPOWER Foundation shows off data center innovations

The foundation, which says it seeks to create an open ecosystem for data centers as an alternative to the proprietary x86 architecture, announced more than 10 new solutions at its second annual summit.rn

By Thor Olavsrud

18 mrt. 2015 4 mins

CPUs and Processors Data Center Innovation

Workload Consolidation: Meeting the Challenges of Runaway Traffic Growth

Increase flexibility to build quicker, more efficient scalable networks

By Jeni Panhorst

30 dec. 2014 4 mins

CPUs and Processors Network Management Software

New Intel Platform Rich with Transformative Features

A look at new data center innovations from Intel

By Dylan Larson

19 dec. 2014 4 mins

CPUs and Processors

IBM to Invest $3 Billion in Chips for Cloud, Big Data Systems

To address the physical limitations of silicon transistors, IBM is investing heavily in research of new chip architectures and materials to power new generations of cloud, big data and cognitive systems.

By Thor Olavsrud

9 jul. 2014 5 mins

Big Data CPUs and Processors Cloud Computing

Is Hardware Back? Mobile and Cloud Technology Offer Clues

Plenty of prognosticators proclaim that hardware is dead. Those who do underestimate the impact of the cloud and mobile computing, both of which require a heavy investment in (often unseen) hardware in order to meet customer's increasing demands.

By Jonathan Hassell

2 jun. 2014 6 mins

CPUs and Processors High-Performance Computing Server Virtualization

How AMD is Faring 2 Years Into Its Turnaround

Faced with the daunting prospect of competing with Intel and ARM, new AMD CEO Rory Read followed the standard operating procedure for a successful tech company turnaround: Hire dedicated, loyal executives and build a business strategy that makes othe

By Rob Enderle

23 aug. 2013 7 mins

CPUs and Processors IT Leadership IT Strategy

Laptop Prices Dipping as Intel Rolls Out Haswell Chips

Laptops with Intel's next-generation Haswell chips are coming, but if you’re thinking bargain, watch for deals on laptops with the older, but still powerful, Ivy Bridge processors.

By Bill Snyder

4 jun. 2013 3 mins

CPUs and Processors Computers and Peripherals

Hosted Desktops Come of Age With Nvidia Grid and Citrix

It's taken decades to develop a hosted desktop that is inexpensive, fast, flexible, scalable and usable. Will an Nvidia-Citrix partnership finally buck the trend?

By Rob Enderle

24 mei 2013 7 mins

CPUs and Processors Computers and Peripherals Desktop Virtualization

Five Shopping Myths That Will Cost You Money

Don't believe it when a salesperson tells you should buy an extended warranty on your new HDTV or pay an extra $100 for a faster processor. Here's the myth-busting truth.

By Bill Snyder

20 mrt. 2013 3 mins

CPUs and Processors Computers and Peripherals Small and Medium Business

How to Pick a CPU When Buying Servers

As your IT team looks to upgrade your computational and enterprise storage systems, be sure you understand the choices and tradeoffs you face regarding your high-performance server CPU options. Some of our recommendations may seem, well, counterintui

By Henry Newman

1 feb. 2013 8 mins

CPUs and Processors Computers and Peripherals Virtualization