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    IT Buzzwords | Cloud Computing: You Use It, But Do You Understand It?

    Cloud Computing: You Use It, But Do You Understand It? Having a hard time understanding exactly what cloud computing is? Well, don’t worry – you are not alone. According to an article by the Global Language Monitor (GLM), the term Cloud Computing ranks second on a list of the decade’s most confusing technical buzzwords that people use...

    Cloud Computing

    Just How Safe is Your Data?

    Just how important is a reliable and continually tested business continuity plan to the success of your business. Well consider this: 93% of companies that experience a major data loss go out of business within five years1 Medium sized businesses (101-1000) experience an average of 140 hours of  downtime every year – with an average loss in revenue of...

    Disaster Recovery

    Private, Public, Hybrid: Which Cloud is Right For You?

    It seems obvious enough: The cloud is a great option for company’s looking for cost-effective, flexible ways to expand and scale their IT resources and service options. But how do you know which cloud is right for you? With public and private, and even hybrid and colocation solutions available, how do you wade through all the options and select the...

    Cloud Computing

    Don’t Become an IT Disaster Headline!

    Recently, many organizations have been in the headlines for IT failures. From large scaled natural disasters to smaller, more locally defined power outages and network failures, a loss of data and interruption to daily business operations can cost an organization dearly. Just how much can an IT system failure affect the stability of a business? • According to an...

    Disaster Recovery

    Today’s Cloud: It’s All About Increasing Data Availability

    Everywhere you look these days, cloud computing solutions are being parceled out. Simply run a Google search for the term “cloud computing services,” and you will be inundated by an array of websites, blog posts and infographics – all touting the cost saving and IT system enhancing advantages that the Cloud has to offer. Unfortunately, this same internet search...

    Cloud

    Cleveland's Expanded Data Center Unveiled at May 10th Open House

    More than 100 companies joined us at our Garfield Heights facility on May 10th. We really enjoy hosting these exclusive, one-time only, Open House events as it give the community the opportunity to take a tour of a world class data center and learn about compelling new trends in the data center and managed hosting industry.  We always welcome tours...

    From the Potatoes to the Operating System - Expedient Manages Everything

    The average American consumes more than 140 pounds of potatoes each year. But did you know that this popular side dish can also serve double duty as a battery. In fact, with enough potatoes you could power just about anything: 600,000 potatoes are capable of powering one 60 watt light bulb 3,300,000 can power one server 26,400,000,000,000 could power...

    Server Management

    How Experienced Companies Utilize Virtual Colocation

    Why are companies experienced with VMware turning to virtual colocation?  Well, consider this: The problem many growing companies face is allocating resources to match their growing IT needs. Yes, it is important to have an infrastructure in place capable of supporting your services, products and customers. However for small to large companies, the challenge of allocating resources...

    Cloud

    Cloud Computing: Public vs. Private Cloud Solutions

    For most companies, the question surrounding cloud computing does not come down to its advantages. In truth, there is little doubt that cloud computing services are a cost effective solution, allowing companies to expand their data capacity and system capabilities without investing in their overall infrastructure. When it comes to cloud services, the question invariably turns to...

    Cloud Computing

    Simple Benefits of IT Management

    Are your companies growing IT needs outpacing your current company resources? Are you struggling with the fine balance of keeping operating costs manageable while simultaneously meeting your customer demand and an ever-changing business environment? In truth, in today’s rapidly changing business landscape, companies and organizations must ensure that their Information Technology Services continue to offer high...

    Server Management

    Avoid Operational Data Disruptions | Business Continuity

    How to Avoid Operational Data Disruptions Does your company have a data disaster and recovery plan in place? Well believe it or not, if you answered “Yes,” you may actually be in the minority. According to DRPlanning.org, at least half (but probably more) of all US corporations do not undertake disaster recovery planning. This fact becomes...

    Disaster Recovery