Keeping Your Data Safe With Colocation
We’re living in a technologically defined world where almost every aspect of our lives is linked in some way or another to data availability. Keeping data safe and accessible to ensure the flow of business operations has never been so important. IT environments are becoming increasingly complex, and protecting sensitive data from cyber threats takes […]
Edge Data Center Security: Challenges and Resolutions
Elevated security is one of the most fundamental assets a data center can offer. However, because data is constantly subject to threats and attacks, potential issues hang in the air. When it comes to edge data centers, ensuring security sometimes requires a different kind of attention compared to regular data centers. Edge computing allows data […]
Data Center Tour: Key Questions To Ask
A data center tour can be fascinating for anyone not used to the environment. All the server cabinets, the sounds of data processing, the lights and cables, and the sales representative’s pitch can be very captivating, however, all the new information can also be overwhelming to process all at once. One can easily get lost […]
Why Sustainability Is Essential For Data Center Success
Since the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent spread of generative AI and IoT devices, data center power consumption has reached above 1% of global energy consumption. When the electricity used for running a supercomputer is sufficient to power whole neighborhoods, the importance of data center sustainability becomes self-explanatory. Data centers powering our online activities are […]
Colocation Data Center Physical Security as a Fundamental Service During COVID-19
With the ongoing pandemic, many companies had to change the way they do business. Some industries are affected more than others, but overall any service provider must find a safe way to continue their work while keeping human interactions minimum. Companies need to rethink their work environment, operations, and the nature of their internal control […]
What Are The Ingredients For Next-Generation Colocation
Data centers colocation began as a way of helping businesses address data storage issues and security issues. Data centers now allow for companies to have access to more software applications, more secure networks, and more data. Data centers are helping companies become more flexible and adapt faster to the ever-changing IT world. New trends The […]
Must-Ask Questions Before Signing with a Colocation Provider
It’s always best to ask questions before you sign a contract, not just for legal reasons, but also for practical reasons. When signing with a colocation provider, by asking the right questions, you can make the best choices for your IT needs. Some of the key questions to ask before entering into a colocation contract […]
The Physical Security Paradox: Data Centers Outperform In-House
It seems axiomatic that physical data security must actually be physically protected. Wouldn’t the best protection come from being physically present to address issues? In fact, data centers located across the country, or even the globe, provide more consistent, reliable, and all around better security. Let’s unpack the specific physical security concerns that need to […]