The Next Generation of Data Center Networking

As organizations strive to get the most out of existing data center assets, and as virtualization is deployed throughout the data center, the network and the services associated with it grow increasingly important. This report from IDC provides an overview on how implementing next-generation networking equipment can facilitate a more dynamic data center and deliver reliability and security that will simplify the entire data center environment.

For most organizations, the data center is in the midst of unprecedented change. IT is making real and lasting changes to the datacenter in a way that meets two goals: optimizes operational and capital costs and responds to business requirements. To optimize costs, IT must increase utilization of IT assets, maintain operational simplicity, and provide a solid business case and ROI for network investment.

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About Kevin Normandeau

Kevin Normandeau, is a veteran of the technology publishing industry having worked at a variety of technology sites including PC World; AOL Computing; Network World; Geek.com and International Data Group (IDG). Kevin lives in Massachusetts with his wife and two sons. When he is not in front of the computer (which is most of the time) he likes to get out to ski, hike and mountain bike.