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Data Centre Operators stories - Page 14

Data Centers need personnel and infrastructure to be able to operate effectively. Data Center Operators are companies or individual entities who take care of day-to-day operations of a data center. Responsibilities can include upkeep, maintenance and client relations.

Operators are responsible for installing and maintaining network resources, ensuring data center security and monitoring systems that take care of power and cooling.
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Cloud maturity lacking in APAC – IDC says MSPs could be the answer

Wed, 25th Jul 2018
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New research has emerged that shows the majority of organisations in Asia Pacific (APAC) are struggling to cross the cloud chasm.
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Super-fast IoT enabled 5G is right around the corner - or is it?

Fri, 20th Jul 2018
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Steven Carlini says telcos are falling over themselves to be the first to offer 5G services, but it looks like Asian telcos have the inside line.
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Interconnection abound: Equinix to launch its ECX Fabric to APAC

Thu, 19th Jul 2018
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Later this year Equinix will roll out its Cloud Exchange Fabric across Asia Pacific to meet surging demand for inter-metro and private connectivity.
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How brick-and-mortar retail is becoming a leader in edge computing

Tue, 17th Jul 2018
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Schneider Electric's Dave Johnson says few industries feel the disruption of new digital business models more than traditional retailers.
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DDN steps in at final hour to salvage Tintri trainwreck

Wed, 11th Jul 2018
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On its day of admitting bankruptcy, Tintri can now be brought back from the brink after Data Direct Networks made a bid for acquisition.
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Critical infrastructure protection market to skyrocket in coming years

Tue, 10th Jul 2018
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With crime comes the need for protection and it's certainly no different for critical infrastructure within data centers, a new report finds.
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Epsilon & DCConnect partner to open up interconnectivity in China

Mon, 2nd Jul 2018
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A first for China, the integration will provide customers and partners with extended access to hundreds of data centers & cloud providers.
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5 data center ideas that would never have been imagined 50 years ago

Thu, 28th Jun 2018
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From power backup to predictive maintenance, modern data centers have come a long way. Embracing new technology is key for businesses to stay competitive.
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AT&T offloads 31 data centers to trim $1.1b off colossal debt

Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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The giant telco reportedly has $189 billion of debt, and the data center sale (18 in the US and 13 international) is a move to reduce that.
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StorageCraft claims to be disrupting storage silos

Tue, 19th Jun 2018
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StorageCraft sees strong momentum as channel partners and customers embrace the company's approach to data storage and protection.
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Equinix to connect SG & AU data centers with new subsea cable

Fri, 15th Jun 2018
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Equinix is expanding its reach in Singapore and Australia with the addition of the Australian Singapore Cable (ASC) to its data centres.
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Equinix: Is GDPR overhyped?

Fri, 25th May 2018
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As GDPR's May 25th debut causes anxiety about compliance, Equinix asserts its vital role in aiding firms navigate the new data protection landscape.
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Cloudscene releases Q1, 2018 data center operator leaderboard

Tue, 22nd May 2018
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Cloudscene unveils Q1 2018's top data centre ops; Equinix leads, followed by significant shifts in Asia-Oceania.
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Introduction to blockchain: Why IoT and blockchain are a great match

Thu, 10th May 2018
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Blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT) are a perfect match, as blockchain provides security and efficiency for IoT data.
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Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric rollout reaches Australia

Thu, 10th May 2018
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Equinix is set to launch its Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric (ECX Fabric) in Melbourne and Sydney, after its recent expansion into Japan.
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VMware announces new solutions for advanced networking

Thu, 3rd May 2018
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VMware reveals the Virtual Cloud Network and NSX portfolio to enhance connectivity and security for apps and data across hyper-distributed environments.
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How to stop data lakes from getting swamped

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Data lakes can quickly turn into data swamps if not managed properly, but there are ways to keep them dynamic and valuable business assets.
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Equinix adds support for new Google Cloud platform

Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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Equinix partners with Google Cloud to offer global connectivity, expanding access to Google Cloud Platform and Dedicated Interconnect services.
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Equinix closes Metronode deal: Everything you need to know about the acquisition

Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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Equinix's acquisition of Metronode, adding 10 data centres across Australia, enhances its footprint, particularly in Perth, Canberra, Adelaide, and Brisbane.
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NEXTDC to purchase three commercial property sites for data center development

Tue, 17th Apr 2018
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NEXTDC announced its intention to purchase three new commercial property sites for future data center developments in Australia.