IDC's Views: Mission-Critical Workloads for Windows Servers: How NEC Supports IT Best Practices

See IDC's views on deploying mission-critical workloads on X86 server infrastructure and how IDC views NEC in the x86 server space.



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Top 10 qualities of a great IT shop

Unlike other professions, IT doesn't seem to have a common set of basic principles across companies. But some best practices have bubbled to the top. If I were anticipating a move to a new company or evaluating an IT shop as a consultant, here are the most important practices I'd be looking for:

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Project Uncertainty? Insider Reveals Three Secrets for Success

Discover the keys to successful project management advised by seasoned practicioner Andrew Filev. Learn the expert's proven methods in an exclusive interview.



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Web Application Security Best Practices

When building a web application there are common practices which should be followed to enhance security. In addition to the basic security of the server operating system and runtimes, web developers should follow accepted guidelines to write secure applications.



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I heard mention that the Chrome OS will have some sort of encryption available a la bitlocker. If it's possible to encrypt personal data using another password or key, then it may have potential for very secure data.... And Ubuntu has an 'encrypt home directory' option, perhaps google should follow suit.
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