Open IT Forum: What tech CEO would you vote for?
Michael Morisy recently reported on a primary of off-ticket, independent candidates, which included Cisco CEO John Chambers. Not to get too political, but we were wondering if there were particular tech CEOs that you admired for one reason or another. Share your thoughts — or your vote — and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 9, 2012 7:46 PM
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Michael Morisy recently reported on a primary of off-ticket, independent candidates, which included Cisco CEO John Chambers. Not to get too political, but we were wondering if there were particular tech CEOs that you admired for one reason or another. Share your thoughts — or your vote — and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 9, 2012 7:46 PM
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Choosing a cloud platform for a small business
I am a Small Business Owner. The business is IT Project Management software/hardware integration, Managed Service Provider and reseller of end user computer products. It is also a viritual organization. I would like to be able to integrate software that is useable by some or all of my employees for example (accounting software, MS Project, collaboration software, [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:37 PM
Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, IT project management, Open IT Forum
I am a Small Business Owner. The business is IT Project Management software/hardware integration, Managed Service Provider and reseller of end user computer products. It is also a viritual organization. I would like to be able to integrate software that is useable by some or all of my employees for example (accounting software, MS Project, collaboration software, [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:37 PM
Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, IT project management, Open IT Forum
Using salesforce.com instead of building a cloud
i am thinking of using salesforece.com instead of building my own develompment cloud. Any thoughts?
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| March 31, 2012 4:45 PM
Cloud Computing, Development, Open IT Forum, Salesforce, Salesforce.com
i am thinking of using salesforece.com instead of building my own develompment cloud. Any thoughts?
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| March 31, 2012 4:45 PM
Cloud Computing, Development, Open IT Forum, Salesforce, Salesforce.com
Open IT Forum: What do you want to see from IT Knowledge Exchange in 2012?
We asked what your goals are for late 2011 and early 2012, but now we want to know what you hope to see from the IT Knowledge Exchange community. If there’s a functionality you would like to see, or a topic you want to know more about, let us know in the discussion section! Don’t [...]
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| April 28, 2012 4:44 PM
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We asked what your goals are for late 2011 and early 2012, but now we want to know what you hope to see from the IT Knowledge Exchange community. If there’s a functionality you would like to see, or a topic you want to know more about, let us know in the discussion section! Don’t [...]
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| April 28, 2012 4:44 PM
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What is the difference between dedicated data center and Private Cloud?What are the cost savings when opting for Private cloud over a dedicated center
Hi, I want to know if there is any difference between having a dedicated data center and having a private cloud. How private cloud saves cost over dedicated data center? Thanks Rajeev
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| June 5, 2012 2:07 PM
Cloud Computing, Dedicated Data Center, Open IT Forum, Private Cloud
Hi, I want to know if there is any difference between having a dedicated data center and having a private cloud. How private cloud saves cost over dedicated data center? Thanks Rajeev
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| June 5, 2012 2:07 PM
Cloud Computing, Dedicated Data Center, Open IT Forum, Private Cloud
Open IT Forum: Does the Windows 8 secure boot and Linux clash affect you?
We want to know how this “little” inconvenience is affecting the world of Linux users out there. Air your grievances or worries for the future of Linux right here, and we’ll send you 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 5:20 PM
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We want to know how this “little” inconvenience is affecting the world of Linux users out there. Air your grievances or worries for the future of Linux right here, and we’ll send you 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 5:20 PM
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Windows versions comparison
which windows version was the most successful which was the worst?
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| March 31, 2012 5:25 AM
Open IT Forum, Windows, Windows Comparisons, Windows Operating System
which windows version was the most successful which was the worst?
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| March 31, 2012 5:25 AM
Open IT Forum, Windows, Windows Comparisons, Windows Operating System
Open IT Forum: Goals to round out 2011
We’re approaching the final quarter of 2011: What are some of your IT department’s goals to finish out the year? What are some of the things you are implementing to position yourself for 2012? Whether it’s updating your system documentation or updating your IT staff’s certifications, we want to know how the rest of your [...]
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| March 31, 2012 12:57 PM
AS/400, Bounties, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, CRM, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
We’re approaching the final quarter of 2011: What are some of your IT department’s goals to finish out the year? What are some of the things you are implementing to position yourself for 2012? Whether it’s updating your system documentation or updating your IT staff’s certifications, we want to know how the rest of your [...]
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| March 31, 2012 12:57 PM
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Open IT Forum: IT’s role in customer service
One of ITKnowledgeExchange’s bloggers is working on a series about customer service in the enterprise, and how it can be improved. From the IT side, do you have any experiences or suggestions for improving how companies do customer service? We’ll take horror stories as well! Help a fellow IT Knowledge Exchanger out and we’ll give [...]
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| March 5, 2013 1:08 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, CRM, Customer service, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, IT project management, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
One of ITKnowledgeExchange’s bloggers is working on a series about customer service in the enterprise, and how it can be improved. From the IT side, do you have any experiences or suggestions for improving how companies do customer service? We’ll take horror stories as well! Help a fellow IT Knowledge Exchanger out and we’ll give [...]
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| March 5, 2013 1:08 PM
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Public cloud security concerns
The Are Cloud Services Trustworthy video got me thinking about particular security measures I should include in a cloud service contract. Any experienced ideas?
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| March 31, 2012 2:01 PM
Cloud Computing, Cloud computing security, Cloud Security, Open IT Forum, Public Cloud
The Are Cloud Services Trustworthy video got me thinking about particular security measures I should include in a cloud service contract. Any experienced ideas?
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| March 31, 2012 2:01 PM
Cloud Computing, Cloud computing security, Cloud Security, Open IT Forum, Public Cloud
Open IT Forum: Will HP be a worthy cloud contender?
HP announced its Cloud Services program in beta and we wanted to know initial reactions. Have you registered for the beta? Share your initial thoughts, whether or not you have, and we’ll return to this in the next phase of HP’s cloud services. Share your thoughts and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 8:24 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, Cloud Computing, CRM, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, Hewlett-Packard, HP, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
HP announced its Cloud Services program in beta and we wanted to know initial reactions. Have you registered for the beta? Share your initial thoughts, whether or not you have, and we’ll return to this in the next phase of HP’s cloud services. Share your thoughts and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 8:24 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, Cloud Computing, CRM, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, Hewlett-Packard, HP, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
Free IT Book: Essential Skills for the Agile Developer
The team at Net Objectives (including CEO Alan Shalloway) has compiled the essential skills for the Agile developer. To get this resource and guide to better programming and design, simply answer one of five questions and paste the link to your answer in the discussion section below. Ultrium 4, data size in tape? Entire System [...]
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| March 31, 2012 12:56 PM
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The team at Net Objectives (including CEO Alan Shalloway) has compiled the essential skills for the Agile developer. To get this resource and guide to better programming and design, simply answer one of five questions and paste the link to your answer in the discussion section below. Ultrium 4, data size in tape? Entire System [...]
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| March 31, 2012 12:56 PM
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Open IT Forum: What should system documentation look like?
While documentation doesn’t necessarily make the world go ’round, it certainly keeps it spinning neatly on its axis when trouble arises. If you’re providing a product or service, you should be providing your customers with accurate information that allows them to effectively use and maintain that product, which translates into accurate and thorough documentation. So [...]
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| March 31, 2012 8:11 PM
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While documentation doesn’t necessarily make the world go ’round, it certainly keeps it spinning neatly on its axis when trouble arises. If you’re providing a product or service, you should be providing your customers with accurate information that allows them to effectively use and maintain that product, which translates into accurate and thorough documentation. So [...]
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| March 31, 2012 8:11 PM
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Android vs iOS
Which smart phone platform do you find or do you guess is easier to support?
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| March 31, 2012 4:33 PM
Android, IOS, Open IT Forum, TestTag
Which smart phone platform do you find or do you guess is easier to support?
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| March 31, 2012 4:33 PM
Android, IOS, Open IT Forum, TestTag
Open IT Forum: How do you prepare your data center for severe weather?
Every season has its share of weather threats, and we want to know how you prepare for them. The east coast is gearing up for Hurricane Irene’s arrival, and we were wondering what steps you were taking (if any) to make sure your data center doesn’t see much (or any) downtime. What unique conditions do [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:12 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, CIO, CRM, Data Center management, Database, DataCenter, Development, Disaster Recovery, Disaster Recovery Plan, Exchange, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
Every season has its share of weather threats, and we want to know how you prepare for them. The east coast is gearing up for Hurricane Irene’s arrival, and we were wondering what steps you were taking (if any) to make sure your data center doesn’t see much (or any) downtime. What unique conditions do [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:12 PM
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Open IT Forum: Did you buy a TouchPad?
HP’s decision to discontinue the TouchPad (and its subsequent steal of a price) has been all the buzz the past couple days. Did you bite at the alluring $99 price tag? Tell us what went into your decision, or if you couldn’t care less about the TouchPad. Do you think hackers are about to have [...]
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| March 31, 2012 7:17 PM
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HP’s decision to discontinue the TouchPad (and its subsequent steal of a price) has been all the buzz the past couple days. Did you bite at the alluring $99 price tag? Tell us what went into your decision, or if you couldn’t care less about the TouchPad. Do you think hackers are about to have [...]
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| March 31, 2012 7:17 PM
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Open IT Forum: What would you like to see from VMWorld 2011?
IT Knowledge Exchange is hitting the desert sands once more to bring you live coverage from VMWorld 2011. Let us know what vendors you’d like explored, what tracks you’d like covered, and what general information you’re looking to see coming from the conference. You can leave your requests in the discussion section below or tweet [...]
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| March 31, 2012 7:31 PM
Cloud Computing, Conference coverage, Open IT Forum, Virtualization, VMware, VMworld, VMworld 2011
IT Knowledge Exchange is hitting the desert sands once more to bring you live coverage from VMWorld 2011. Let us know what vendors you’d like explored, what tracks you’d like covered, and what general information you’re looking to see coming from the conference. You can leave your requests in the discussion section below or tweet [...]
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| March 31, 2012 7:31 PM
Cloud Computing, Conference coverage, Open IT Forum, Virtualization, VMware, VMworld, VMworld 2011
Open IT Forum: Your thoughts on the Google acquisition
Everyone has an opinion on Google’s acquisition of Motorola Mobility, including IT Knowledge Exchange bloggers: It’s all about patents Is it time to become an Android developer? Is Google sabotaging Android’s success? The effect on your mobile workforce But we want to hear your opinions. Share your thoughts, ideas, and opinoins, and we’ll share 50 [...]
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| March 31, 2012 8:10 PM
Acquisitions, Android, Android mobile platforms, Google, Mobile, MOTOROLA, Open IT Forum
Everyone has an opinion on Google’s acquisition of Motorola Mobility, including IT Knowledge Exchange bloggers: It’s all about patents Is it time to become an Android developer? Is Google sabotaging Android’s success? The effect on your mobile workforce But we want to hear your opinions. Share your thoughts, ideas, and opinoins, and we’ll share 50 [...]
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| March 31, 2012 8:10 PM
Acquisitions, Android, Android mobile platforms, Google, Mobile, MOTOROLA, Open IT Forum
Open IT Forum: What are some creative ways to cool a data center?
Whether it’s a nearby natural water source or a unique rack design, share your ideas for creative ways to cool a data center right here, and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points! When you leave your idea in the dicussion section, cast your vote on the best idea of the bunch! The winner gets a free [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:43 PM
Data center cooling, Data center design, Data center design and infrastructure, Data Center management, Open IT Forum
Whether it’s a nearby natural water source or a unique rack design, share your ideas for creative ways to cool a data center right here, and we’ll share 50 Knowledge Points! When you leave your idea in the dicussion section, cast your vote on the best idea of the bunch! The winner gets a free [...]
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| March 31, 2012 6:43 PM
Data center cooling, Data center design, Data center design and infrastructure, Data Center management, Open IT Forum
Open IT Forum: What data center fads should be avoided?
There’s always something new and improved, especially in something as complex as a data center. What are some recent technologies you’ve seen that strike you more as fads rather than essential additions to the data center? Share your opinion, and we’ll share 75 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 2:49 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, CRM, Data center design, Data center design and infrastructure, Data Center management, Data center operations, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
There’s always something new and improved, especially in something as complex as a data center. What are some recent technologies you’ve seen that strike you more as fads rather than essential additions to the data center? Share your opinion, and we’ll share 75 Knowledge Points!
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| March 31, 2012 2:49 PM
AS/400, Business Intelligence, Channel, CIO, CRM, Data center design, Data center design and infrastructure, Data Center management, Data center operations, Database, DataCenter, Development, Exchange, Linux, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Windows, Mobile, Networking, Open IT Forum, Oracle, SAP, Security, SQL Server, Storage, Virtualization, VoIP, Windows Server
