Servers stories - Page 22
Servers are the larger, more powerful computers typically found in data centres, though the term
‘server’ more correctly refers to the software program called upon by a client (usually a software
program on another computer) to perform some sort of action or task. These software programmes are
typically housed on these specialised computers, though they can be housed on any type of computer.
Modern servers can be of various types including specifically-designed hardware (such as mainframes)
featuring proprietary or specialised processors and other componentry, or can be housed in blade
servers made from modular ‘blades’ manufactured from commodity hardware components.
Have EA and Maxis lied over SimCity servers?
Mon, 18th Mar 2013
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
SimCity servers not necessary, claim sources. AI also lacking, as Sim's show no consistency. Serious annoyance voiced on EA forums.
Sim City struggles with server problems
Fri, 8th Mar 2013
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Many gamers have been looking forward to Sim City for months, a sequel to a game that for many is iconic an nostalgic.
Taking virtualisation beyond the server
Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
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virtualisation
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dr
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datacentre infrastructure
New Zealand is one of the most virtualised nations in the world. But what does that mean for the reseller channel?.
BYOD: Understanding what our customers really want
Tue, 16th Oct 2012
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document management
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datacentre infrastructure
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ecm
Breaking down what most (honest) corporate users want to do when they are at work in it's most simplest form, is to perform the tasks it takes to do their job.
Cisco growing into the server market - Westcon
Wed, 26th Sep 2012
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datacentre infrastructure
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cisco
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oracle
Cisco crushes doubts, securing 3rd in global server market, boasting 10,000 UCS customers. A strategic leap recognised by Westcon as game-changing.
Microsoft extends Windows Server 2008 support
Wed, 26th Sep 2012
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datacentre infrastructure
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microsoft
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windows
Software manufacturer pushes back mainstream support date while reminding customers of Windows XP's retirement plans.
Not just new server monitoring solution says Chillisoft
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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datacentre infrastructure
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chillisoft
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pulse
Chillisoft unveils more than just a server monitoring tool, promising a complete system watch in NZ, extends to apps like SQL.
Servers stretched in latest Guild Wars 2 beta
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Guild Wars 2 beta packed as 'hundreds of thousands' test the servers, sparking positive buzz. The game's unique questing and no fees impress.
Dell announces 40GB blade server switch
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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servers
Dell unveils a groundbreaking 40GB blade server switch, promising up to 10x better performance for BI workloads, set to revolutionise data centres.
News: Apple's quarterly results, Lion Server for home use, Macintosh birthday, and more!
Wed, 25th Jan 2012
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datacentre infrastructure
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apple
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nzmac
Apple's quarterly earnings call happened yesterday, and the results were pretty amazing (even for a company like Apple).
Protecting power
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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uc
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datacentre infrastructure
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apm
VoIP revolutionises business networks by combining voice and data. But to fully harness its potential, robust power protection, like the right UPS, is critical.
Type Server aims to prevent font infringement
Sat, 11th Jun 2011
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datacentre infrastructure
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martech
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apple
Extensis launches Universal Type Server 3 to combat font infringement, safeguarding companies' assets and avoiding legal woes.
Cloud outages result in Amazon apology
Tue, 3rd May 2011
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datacentre infrastructure
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amazon
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bbc
Amazon apologises and explains the large scale outages in its cloud hosting service that disrupted high traffic websites across the net.
Bethesda releases Brink dedicated-servers FAQ
Fri, 29th Apr 2011
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
The upcoming shooter from Bethesda will allow PC gamers to set up their own dedicated servers for online play without even requiring a full version of the game.
46% of NZ businesses would rather lease ICT equipment
Thu, 25th Nov 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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capital
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productivity
Nearly half of all New Zealand businesses are currently choosing to lease equipment rather than buy it, says a new report.
The network wishlist
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
IT departments are looking for a single network infrastructure to handle all data, clustering, and storage traffic.
Gears of War 3 gets dedicated servers, multiplayer beta
Fri, 8th Oct 2010
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Epic Games announces dedicated servers and a multiplayer beta for Gears of War 3, aiming to enhance the gaming experience.
HP delivers new converged infrastructure tools
Thu, 7th Oct 2010
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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converged infrastructure
HP launches its latest converged infrastructure tools, improving networking, security, and cloud services to enhance application delivery for businesses.
Windows Small Business Server 7 beta live
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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microsoft
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smb
Microsoft has announced that a public preview of Windows Small Business Server 7 is now available to download.
Intel creates lightning-fast silicon optical network
Wed, 28th Jul 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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intel
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silicon photonics
Intel's experimental chip could replace electrons with light beams to carry data at 50Gbps, potentially revolutionizing computer design.