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SUSE Linux does data big

Who knew that SUSE Linux is so big into big data? Apparently a lot of big companies know but the secret for the rest of us is out.

Have some Mozilla with that Windows

Mozilla is complaining of massive losses due to a Microsoft technical error. Yes, it's as silly as it sounds.

RackSpace announces OpenStack training and certification program (podcast)

  • ZDNet Virtually Speaking Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Oct 4, 2012 6:35 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the data center with just your magic wand and a prayer, RackSpace steps up and gives you something substantial to work with: Training and certification on OpenStack.

Linux Essentials for Windows Administrators - Part 2

  • Admin Magazine; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Aug 16, 2012 10:56 PM EDT)
  • Groups: Linux; Story Type: News Story
There’s no such thing as a homogeneous server environment. Windows administrators must learn basic Linux commands and navigation to support a contemporary network.

Linux is not a "second string" operating system

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Aug 1, 2012 7:17 PM EDT)
  • Groups: Linux; Story Type: News Story
While Linux might not enjoy a huge desktop market at present, there are some of you who think that's about to change. Especially the gamerz among you.

SSH Key Management for Businesses

  • The Frugal Networker Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Jul 25, 2012 7:48 PM EDT)
  • Groups: Linux; Story Type: News Story
SSH key management is usually handled by not handling it. When it is handled, it's handled manually. Two very bad practices. There is a solution.

The Future of the Data Center with Jason Perlow

  • The Frugal Networker Blog; By Ken Hess and Jason Perlow (Posted by khess on Jun 14, 2012 11:07 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
Want to know what could be the next big things in data centers? Listen to this podcast to find out.

Shadow IT: You, me and BYOD

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Jun 14, 2012 12:48 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
BYOD and working in the shadows: A mandate for change or juvenile rebellion? Did you ever know someone who just has to break the rules no matter how many times you warn him or threaten him? Did you also notice that he’s the type of person who skips through life and work, often relatively undaunted, but his manager thinks he’s the bomb? Sure, we all know the guy. A lot of people see him as a guru, as a quirky genius or even as a prima donna but we, his irritated coworkers, see him for what he is: A disruptive goon who makes life harder for us all. That’s the typical picture in your head when you hear the term, “Shadow IT” but that isn’t always the case. Believe it or not, I could be talking about you.

What’s better than Apple’s Siri? Android’s Tap & Speak, that’s what.

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Jun 12, 2012 10:38 PM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
Siri is an interesting concept but for getting real work done, Tap & Speak beats it–hands down.

10 BYOD mobile device management suites you need to know

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Jun 11, 2012 10:42 PM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
Can’t decide on a BYOD management suite? This list will put you on the fast track to finding the one that’s right for you.

Where does Linux fit into a BYOD world?

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Jun 7, 2012 10:48 PM EDT)
  • Groups: Ubuntu, Linux; Story Type: News Story
Android is the Great Green Hope for end user Linux devices. Android and BYOD are perfect mates.

Dropbox and Angry Birds are blacklisted Mobile Apps

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on May 17, 2012 3:37 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
A lot of companies have chosen to blacklist certain Apps. The question is, “Does it do any good?” There’s a new threat on the horizon perpetrated by none other than The Corporate Machine: App Blacklisting. Seriously. There are Apps researched by and supplied by Zenprise that have been blacklisted, whitelisted and others that are in the undecided list.

Mid-market Business Cloud Transition Pain Points (Podcast)

  • The Frugal Networker Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 30, 2012 6:58 AM EDT)
Businesses that want to transition to hosted virtual or cloud-based technology should listen to this podcast.

VMware 5.0 Training Days Three and Four (Review)

  • ZDNet Virtualization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 28, 2012 7:37 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
VMware 5.0’s Hump Day and Final Turn chronicled in living color. Grab some caffeine and focus.

VMware 5.0 Training Days One and Two (Review)

  • ZDNet Virtualization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 26, 2012 4:59 AM EDT)
The new vSphere 5.0 virtualization software and underlying technology are available as training. Take it but be ready for it.

Oh, Google, you shouldn’t have. Really.

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 20, 2012 3:33 AM EDT)
  • Groups: SCO, Oracle; Story Type: News Story
You know what sucks worse than Java alternatives? Java patent infringement lawsuits.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux plus IBM Hardware equals Performance Computing

Red Hat, Inc. is the clear leader in the Linux market. It has the strongest, commercially supported Linux distribution and the best-performing virtualization solution for servers and desktops. It is the first billion dollar open source company in the world and is the most successful Linux company thanks in part to its dedication to the open source community and free software. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), its flagship Linux product, is the one to watch in the data center for enterprise-level workloads including databases, application delivery and virtualization.

The Grinchdroid who stole my power

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 10, 2012 10:33 PM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
You’re a vile one, Mr. Hess. You have sarcasm in your soul. You have all the subtle diplomacy of a lovesick Troll.

Server Consolidation and Virtualization for Mid-sized Businesses

  • The Frugal Networker Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 6, 2012 1:10 AM EDT)
  • Story Type: News Story
What does server consolidation mean to you and how does it relate to virtualization. Find out what it can mean for your business.

First impressions of my new Android phone

  • ZDNet Consumerization Blog; By Ken Hess (Posted by khess on Apr 4, 2012 9:14 AM EDT)
It seems that my anti-Android rants have come back to haunt me like roadside Chili. Get the scoop on my first day with my new Android phone.

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