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	Top 5 Strategies for Managing Linux Levanta Inc. explores the issue of over-diversification in a managed Linux environment, making distinctions between two general flavors: customization of the Linux distribution(s) themselves and too many different installed distributions. Vendor: Levanta, Inc. Published: 2006
	Building High-Performance Linux Clusters An overview as well as detailed information on the engineering approaches and the challenges of building a high-performance computing cluster. In addition, it presents comprehensive information focusing on Linux running on the AMD Opteron processor family and a real example of building and provisioning an Appro HyperBlade 80-node cluster with a total of 160 AMD Opteron processors at the AMD Developer Center. Written by Logan G. Harbaugh, Networking Consultant for Mediatronics Open source software is not a free download. It needs tight management to be beneficial to Alcatel and its customers. Vendor: Appro Published: August 2004
	Managing the Risks of Open Source Software Open source software is not a free download. It needs tight management to be beneficial to Alcatel and its customers. The use of Free (as in 'Freedom') and open source software (FOSS ) has swept into the whole software business and is growing rapidly. The same is true in Alcatel's products and solutions. This is because the benefits of FOSS usage respond to the pressures of the telecommunications and IT markets. However, whereas mature FOSS exists, the management of its legal aspects has not reached a similar level of maturity. Alcatel has put in place an internal process for selecting mature FOSS and correctly handling the legal aspects throughout the company. Vendor: Alcatel Published: December 2005
	A Better Approach to Managing File System Data Data growth continues to be a challenge for IT and storage administrators. The growth strains the resources of even the most robust IT organizations who must juggle the competing priorities of data access, cost-effective storage and legal and regulatory obligations. As a result, organizations are faced with substantially increasing data storage complexity. IT decision makers are constantly faced with decisions about what files to keep, where, and for how long. This white paper from EMC Software highlights proven software solutions that provide automated, policy-based data movement with transparent access for Windows, UNIX and Linux-based file systems, and describes a way to reduce costs, reduce risks and ensure compliant retention for file system data. Vendor: EMC Corporation Published: August 3, 2005
	Concurrent Real-Time Extensions Many of today’s businesses—including financial institutions, manufacturers, government agencies, telecommunications carriers and medical providers—require deterministic, real-time computing. Because of these requirements and the need for tight security and interoperability, a growing number of businesses are turning to Linux. Vendor: Concurrent and Novell Published: 2006
	Managing the Risks of Open Source Software The use of free (as in ‘Freedom’) and open source software (FOSS) has swept into the whole software business and is growing rapidly, responding to the needs and pressures of the telecommunications and IT markets. Vendor: Alcatel Published: December 2005
	Enterprise Linux Selection Guide The Linux operating system has grown exponentially over the last decade—both in popularity and in functionality. Today, it is robust and ready for front-end Internet infrastructure applications such as Web servers, security servers, directory servers, and firewalls. This paper can help an enterprise make an informed Linux choice by offering a clear process for deciding which version offers the best possible combination of features, support, and cost. It also suggests key questions to ask and offers references for further research. Vendor: Intel® Solution Services Published: May 2005
	Measuring Software Quality: A Study of Open Source Software As part of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) federally-funded analysis, a new baseline for security and quality in open source software has been established, based on sophisticated scans of 17.5 million lines of source code using the latest research from Stanford University's Computer Science department. This white paper, written by Ben Chelf, Chief Technology Officer, Coverity, Inc., relays the findings. Vendor: Coverity Inc. Published: 2006
	The Value of Everything: Why Enterprise-Wide Integration Matters to IT The beginning of business computing is business. No matter how complex an IT environment is, it exists to serve the business that funds it. This white paper from CA discusses how IT organizations can effectively utilize integration to focus on business needs, and architect a solution that manages all applications and platforms (from mainframe to UNIX, Linux and Windows and other midrange platforms to palmtops) according to an optimal architecture, and not according to the limitations of the underlying infrastructure. Vendor: Computer Associates International, Inc. Published: 2005
	Document Management - The Right Printer for the Job Samsung Electronics Canada, provides information and insight into information technology peripherals, and achieving greater efficiency and cost savings by choosing the right printer. Public sector offices can move to a more streamlined operating environment and lower TCO by exploiting recent technological advancements, says Samsung IT marketing manager Bob Park. Vendor: Samsung Electronics Canada Published: 2006
	Reducing Total Cost of Ownership Through the Use of Blade Systems Industry analysts IDC, explores the operational and financial advantages of blades, associated resources and networking equipment. Vendor: Hewlett-Packard Published: May 2005
	Open source solutions from HP and JBoss Open source solutions from HP and JBoss are reviewed, and the J2EE application server platform is discussed. Vendor: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. and JBoss Published: 2005
	HP Linux Solutions for SAP Linux solutions can be an integral component of the enterprise, says this overview white paper from HP and SAP. Vendor: Hewlett-Packard Published: 2005
	Integrating Unix and Linux Systems with Active Directory Heterogeneous enterprises face challenges in providing secure access, authentication, and authorization to users of all systems, regardless of platform. Microsoft Active Directory (AD) has proven ideal in meeting this objective for Windows resources, but by itself AD cannot provide the same level of service to Unix, Linux, and Java systems. This white paper, written by Jackson Shaw of Quest Software, Inc., presents a solution. Vendor: Quest Software, Inc. Published: 2005
	Top Five Hardware/Software Expenditures This survey graphic from www.crn.com shows how the top hardware/software spending priorities are closely aligned, pointing to the fact that buyers are in need of multiple solutions at the same time. Vendor: CRN Published: November 2005
	VOIP and the Connected Office In this discussion of unified communications in support of ICT applications, Mohammed Nezarati, President and CEO of Richmond Hill, ON-based Esna Technologies Inc., reviews messaging solutions for enterprise customers. He's the primary architect and developer of the company’s products, including Maverick Mail, and Telephony Office-LinX. . Vendor: Esna Technologies Inc. Published: 2005
	Fujitsu OSS This paper from Fujitsu examines the history of open systems, and then details the benefits offered to users and the growing popularity of open source software, particularly Linux. The paper then describes the hardware, OS, and middleware of the PRIMEQUEST series from the standpoint of open systems. Vendor: Fujitsu Published: October 2005
	DTL Survey Report In October 2005 OSDL Desktop Linux Working Group (DTL) launched an online survey about key issues and top reasons for deploying Linux. Over 3,300 responses were received, and are discussed in this white paper from OSDL. Vendor: OSDL Desktop Linux Working Group (DTL) Published: November 2005
	Open Systems Server Migration: The Promise and the Challenge Many companies who are adopting an open system approach are coming from Unix, often Unix-only, backgrounds. IDC believes the market will experience continued and significant migration toward server operating environments (SOEs) to allow these companies easier use of Linux and Windows. This quick-read executive brief from IDC weighs the risks and benefits of moving to an open-system environment. Vendor: IDC Published: February 2005
	Centralized Identity and Policy Management for Windows, Linux, Unix, and Java with Active Directory and DirectControl In addition to the latest overview of NAS solutions, this eBook covers distributed file systems, virtualization and data clustering. This white paper examines business and technical case for centralizing administration and enabling a secure, connected computing environment by seamlessly integrating Unix, Linux, Java and web platforms with Microsoft's Active Directory Services. Vendor: Centrify Corp. Published: August 2005
	Bulter Group Report: "Linux in the Enterprise" IT management needs to take a long, hard look at their heterogeneous systems infrastructure, and put in place steps to reduce the escalating costs that are in part driven by the number of incumbent Operating Systems (OSs) in the environment. Linux provides the opportunity to reduce the number of platforms supported, by removing the need for close coupling between the OS and specific hardware. Vendor: IBM Software Group Published: September 2004
	Linux Solutions from HP and Oracle This brief describes how HP and Oracle deliver a broad and deep range of Linux offerings to enhance enterprise environments to improve interoperability and scalability. Vendor: HP and Oracle Published: 2005
	Linux File Serving This new Linux white paper from Polyserve describes the "UnAppliance" approach to file serving for Linux environments. The UnAppliance enables scalable network file serving built on shared data such that every server and application can have access to the same pool of shared storage, consequently enabling great economies of scale for performance and manageability. Find out how this file serving solution takes advantage of the volume economics of industry-standard storage, servers and software to enable a 6:1 price/performance advantage compared to traditional NAS. Vendor: Polyserve Published: 2005
	Why Move from Windows NT to SUSE LINUX? This Novell White Paper articulates the business value of migrating from Windows NT Server to Linux, with descriptions of Windows NT Server status, and reasons for choosing SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9. Vendor: Novell Published: 2005
	Linux 2.6 and Solaris 10 An Analysis of Two Strategies for Enterprise Operating Systems Sun Microsystems made a fundamental decision to reposition Solaris as an open source alternative to Linux and to invest in Solaris on x86-based platforms. Will it work? This white paper delivers analysis of Enterprise Operating Systems Linux 2.6 and Solaris 10 and contends that Linux, not Unix, is the compelling option for the majority of future investments. Vendor: Sun Microsystems Published: February 2005
	The Path to Active Directory-Based Identity and Policy Management This white paper from Centrify examines the business and technical case for centralizing identity and policy management in Microsoft's Active Directory, and describes how extending the functionality to Linux, Unix, Java and Web platforms can improve end-user productivity while reducing administrative costs. Vendor: Centrify Corp. Published: February 2005
	DASD devices in Linux running on zSeries This white paper from IBM highlights best practices and strategies for running Linux on zSeries servers, and includes tips for creating multi-call Linux binaries. This Redbooks TechNote paper is part of the IBM Tivoli series. Vendor: IBM Published: 2004
	OSRM Position Paper: Mitigating Linux Patent Risk This position paper from Open Source Risk Management (OSRM) recommends policies, procedures and processes to Mitigating Linux Patent Risks, describing the legally persuasive prior art resources already developed by the Linux community. Vendor: Open Source Risk Management (OSRM) Published: August 2, 2004
	Information Life Cycle Management White Paper CA is leveraging its management experience and broad technology portfolio to map out a strategy that extends information life cycle management (ILM) beyond storage, combining intelligent management of storage and data with other key management disciplines,such as security and asset management, to better support customer demands for operational efficiency. Our ILM strategy is driven by assets, people and processes and moves customers from a storage-centric view to one that encompasses IT as a whole. Vendor: Computer Associates International, Inc. Published: June 2004
	Reaching Today’s Decision Makers InfoWorld readers weigh in on the technologies and trends that will influence their decision to implement VoIP at their organization. Respondents were asked to rate the importance of various factors when selecting telephone equipment, as well as current and planned usage of telephony solutions including IP PBX and IP Centrex, as well as traditional PBX and Centrex Services. This report consists of a multi-page presentation of the data as a PDF. Vendor: CISCO Published: April 2004
	Platforms for a New Millennium Hewlett-Packard (HP) has begun to bring Intel Itanium processor-based servers to market and plans to transition its 64-bit server products to this processor over time. HP's Business Critical Systems group has developed a transition strategy with the goal of allowing customers to decide when they are ready to move to Itanium processor-based servers. The customer impact of HP's strategy varies, depending, in part, on each customer's particular set of investments in 64-bit RISC-based servers. Vendor: Hewlett-Packard Published: January 2003
	Application Data Management This white paper from Outer Bay Technologies reviews the latest innovations in server and storage technologies, such as Linux on Intel and ATA, to reduce costs while delivering consistent service levels and meeting complex requirements of the real time enterprise. Vendor: Outer Bay Published: Fall 2003
	Migrating Databases to Linux This joint Oracle and OuterBay White Paper white paper presents steps designed to ease the migration from legacy Unix platforms to Linux on low cost Intel-based servers. Vendor: Oracle and Outer Bay Published: March 2004
	Introduction to DB2 for Linux in Enterprise and Cluster Environments Once relegated to running infrastructure tasks such as file and Web serving, Linux has now found its way into the enterprise datacenter. Many companies have moved beyond the initial phases of experimentation and testing and are now reaping the benefits of deploying mission-critical applications and databases with Linux and DB2. Vendor: IBM Published: June 2004
	A Business Case for Running GroupWise 6.5 for Linux Across Your Enterprise Explore the Novell rationale for adopting Linux, and get answers to help you determine why Novell ¨GroupWise¨ for Linux makes strategic sense for your enterprise collaboration environment. Vendor: Novell Published: June 2004
	The Strategic Value of Moving to Linux This paper addresses the major concerns that business and IT executives have expressed about developing and implementing a Linux strategy. It also describes how the Novell Linux strategy can help you successfully transition to an open source operating system that will improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. Vendor: Novell Published: June 2004
	J2EE Best Practices: Java Design Patterns, Automation, and Performance In today’s fast-paced Internet world, performance is an essential aspect of user acceptance for any software product. Thus, it is critical that performance be considered from the beginning of the software development process. This white paper chapter looks at the overall software development process and how performance engineering fits into the picture. Vendor: Sun Microsystems Published: June 2004
	IBM DB2 Universal Database on Linux and SAP Standard Application With the powerful technology alliance between IBM and SAP, DB2 continues to meet and exceed the requirements of today’s enterprises. Backed by the power and scalability of the Linux operating system, IBM DB2 Universal Database for Linux is the database of choice for any mission-critical applications. Vendor: IBM Published: June 2004
	Novell Nterprise Linux Services on SUSE LINUX Industry analysts expect Linux adoption to explode in every datacenter this year. Researchers based this conclusion on findings from recent industry surveys, indicating that more than 70% of respondents plan to deploy more Linux in 2004. This white paper explores the growth of Linux, and how Nterprise Linux Services running on SUSE LINUX offers organizations a compelling alternative to other solutions available today. Vendor: Novell/Suse Published: June 2004
	The State of Linux The purpose of this white paper is to illustrate the strong and fast-growing presence of Linux in today's corporate IT infrastructure. Linux has successfully matured past its early adopter stage and integrated into the mainstream. Vendor: Linux Journal Published: November 2003
	eTrust: A Vision for Holistic Security Management This paper discusses how these comprehensive enterprise security solutions take a holistic approach to all aspects of business security – whatever the business model or organizational structure – enabling an enterprise to quickly and effectively embrace new opportunities, improve operational efficiencies, reduce costs and proactively manage threats. Vendor: Computer Associates International, Inc. Published: September 03, 2003
	Linux: virus risks and protection The Linux operating system has come a long way since Linus Torvalds released version 1.0 of the Linux Kernel in 1994. With its source code freely available on the internet, Linux has undergone constant, enthusiastic development, resulting in such popular versions as Red Hat, Mandrake and SuSE. Once considered to be a system that only computer programmers and scientists could appreciate, Linux has evolved into a flexible, attractive tool for both business and home use. Vendor: SOPHOS Published: November 2003
	Linux Clusters Clustered computing has been with us for several years. It represents an attempt to solve larger problems, or to solve problems in a more cost effective manner, than the more conventional systems of the time. Vendor: IBM Published: June 3, 2003
	The Role of Linux in Reducing the Cost of Enterprise Computing IDC’s recent study on Internet/intranet/extranet and collaborative workloads found significantly lower cost of ownership for Linux. To arrive at this important conclusion, we compared the total cost of ownership (TCO) of Linux on Intel architecture (IA) servers and RISC/Unix servers. Vendor: IBM Published: November 2003
	The Strategic Value of Moving to Linux This paper addresses the major concerns that business and IT executives have expressed about developing and implementing a Linux strategy. It also describes how the Novell ¨ Linux strategy can help you successfully transition to an open source operating system that will improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. Vendor: Novell Published: November 2003