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Health care VDI projects in high demand
Solution providers report that health care VDI projects are in demand and creating channel opportunities. Feature
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Mobile data management in spotlight as SMB tablet use grows
The best way to secure data in the tablet age is to establish centralized data policies and implement mobile data management, solution providers say. Feature
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Channel eyes ultrabook market for road warriors
As more vendors jump into the ultrabook market, VARs see frequent business travelers as potential customers. But ultrabook sales could eat into their traditional PC businesses. Feature
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Mobile videoconferencing drives unified communications systems demand
VARs see more interest in unified communications systems as customers embrace mobile videoconferencing. Feature
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Intel Tri-Gate 3D processor aims to beat the heat, boost performance
The new Intel Tri-Gate chip is designed to use less energy and provides faster speeds. This 3D processor line may help VARs solve clients’ data center problems. Tech Tip
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Managed video conferencing services finally in demand
MSPs can use IT management platforms to provide managed video conferencing services and save customers money, time and headaches. Feature
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VMware Partner Exchange 2012 conference coverage
VMware channel partners are gathering in Las Vegas for the VMware Partner Exchange 2012 conference, and we’re there with all the latest news. Conference Coverage
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Digital signage brings new revenue for VARs
To make digital signage a profit center, VARs must merge IT skills with customer objectives and targeted content Digital Signage
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Tech Watch: Virtualization mantra will spread to network in 2009
Network virtualization is about consolidating data center resources, but fundamental underpinnings are not set yet. Feature
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Channel Tech Watch
Our Tech Watch series is designed to keep channel partners in the loop on emerging technologies and possible business opportunities. Check out our series in whole, ranging from an in-depth examination of desktop virtualization to a three-part series ... Feature
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Microsoft Windows 8 VDI licensing adds BYOD licensing complexity, cost
Microsoft’s VDI licensing option in Windows 8 requires customers pay fees to allow user devices such as iPads to access Windows-based corporate virtual desktops. News | 26 Apr 2012
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IBM, Cisco, NetApp converged infrastructure systems worth the price?
IBM, Cisco, and NetApp released new converged infrastructure offerings this week, but the high price tag might drive IT customers away. News | 11 Apr 2012
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HotLink offers virtualization VARs multi-hypervisor management tool
The new HotLink channel program helps virtualization VARs stand out with a virtualization manager tool that could lead to additional business. News | 03 Apr 2012
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Cloud providers defy Microsoft licensing to compete with OnLive
OnLive's free Windows app for iPad is still available, despite Microsoft's licensing rules. Now, DaaS providers fight back. News | 14 Mar 2012
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VM sprawl brings virtual infrastructure management solutions opportunities
Customers are turning to the channel for virtual infrastructure management solutions that address VM sprawl and provide more business visibility. News | 29 Feb 2012
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BYOD drives UC and collaboration spending
The bring your own device (BYOD) trend has spurred IT directors to look for more unified communications and collaboration technology, making it the hottest trend in the market according to the Pearlfinders IT Index. News | 21 Feb 2012
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Cisco UCS partners see growing cloud opportunities
Cisco’s Unified Computing System has helped some integrators become cloud providers. Now it drives more virtualization business for other Cisco UCS partners. News | 14 Feb 2012
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Drive toward mobility is accelerating deployments of virtual desktop infrastructure
Desktop virtualization is becoming increasingly popular as employees bring tablets to work. News | 18 Jan 2012
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Top 10 SearchITChannel.com news stories of 2011
Cloud computing and virtualization made big waves in 2011, and some of the industry leading vendors shifted strategies in preparation for a mobile workforce and more emphasis on data storage. Find out what stories were most popular with the channel a... News | 10 Jan 2012
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Four trends that will shape IT services in 2012
As businesses respond to the integration of consumer technologies in the enterprise, IT solution providers will need to adapt to serve the new business needs. News | 05 Jan 2012
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Converged infrastructure approach coming together, albeit slowly
Data center infrastructure integrators say interest in converged infrastructure has increased and, with it, the need for cross-training technicians on servers, networking and storage. Tip
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NoSQL technology gains channel support
Open source NoSQL database technologies such as MongoDB and Couchbase are catching on in enterprises that need an alternative to relational databases. Tip
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Solutions providers see demand for SharePoint alternatives
Solutions providers say open source alternatives to SharePoint provide better social media integration and have lower price points than the proprietary Microsoft software. Tip
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IT solution providers look for electronic waste management opportunities
IT solution providers look at stepping up to customers facing electronic waste disposal needs by promoting end-of-lifecycle services as a good value-add. Tip
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Biometrics solutions still searching for identity in channel
As health care enterprises put biometrics security products under the microscope, VARs find that better, safer systems is at the top of their demands. Tip
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Google Apps resellers gain traction
Google Apps resellers are taking advantage of the revenue opportunity in consulting and change management services for customers moving business applications to the cloud. Tip
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What Citrix Synergy and Summit 2011 news means to VARs
Listen to what VARs need to know about the news that came in from at the Citrix Summit and Citrix Synergy 2011 shows in San Francisco. Podcast
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Using 64-bit processors in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2010
Learn how using 64-bit processors can prepare clients for the release of SharePoint Server 2010 with this video from the 2009 SharePoint Technology Conference in Boston. Video
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Preparing for 64-bit in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2010
At the 2009 SharePoint Technology Conference, consultant Todd Klindt recommends updating clients to 64-bit servers now so that they'll be ready for the new SharePoint Server 2010. Video
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Health care VDI projects in high demand
Solution providers report that health care VDI projects are in demand and creating channel opportunities. Feature
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Microsoft Windows 8 VDI licensing adds BYOD licensing complexity, cost
Microsoft’s VDI licensing option in Windows 8 requires customers pay fees to allow user devices such as iPads to access Windows-based corporate virtual desktops. News
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Mobile data management in spotlight as SMB tablet use grows
The best way to secure data in the tablet age is to establish centralized data policies and implement mobile data management, solution providers say. Feature
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IBM, Cisco, NetApp converged infrastructure systems worth the price?
IBM, Cisco, and NetApp released new converged infrastructure offerings this week, but the high price tag might drive IT customers away. News
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Channel eyes ultrabook market for road warriors
As more vendors jump into the ultrabook market, VARs see frequent business travelers as potential customers. But ultrabook sales could eat into their traditional PC businesses. Feature
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Mobile videoconferencing drives unified communications systems demand
VARs see more interest in unified communications systems as customers embrace mobile videoconferencing. Feature
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HotLink offers virtualization VARs multi-hypervisor management tool
The new HotLink channel program helps virtualization VARs stand out with a virtualization manager tool that could lead to additional business. News
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Intel Tri-Gate 3D processor aims to beat the heat, boost performance
The new Intel Tri-Gate chip is designed to use less energy and provides faster speeds. This 3D processor line may help VARs solve clients’ data center problems. Tech Tip
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Cloud providers defy Microsoft licensing to compete with OnLive
OnLive's free Windows app for iPad is still available, despite Microsoft's licensing rules. Now, DaaS providers fight back. News
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Managed video conferencing services finally in demand
MSPs can use IT management platforms to provide managed video conferencing services and save customers money, time and headaches. Feature
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About New emerging technologies in the IT channel
Value-added resellers and solution providers are presented with expert analysis of new emerging technologies in the IT channel. Find tips and news on current trends in the market and learn which new technologies are most likely to bring revenue-generating business opportunities. Peruse these learning resources and discover the new emerging technologies that are making significant developments in the networking, security, storage and systems channels. Our ongoing Tech Watch series covers topics including fixed-mobile convergence, Fibre Channel over Ethernet, cloud computing, virtualization and more.