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computing arbitrage
Computing arbitrage is a cloud services business model in which a company purchases computing resources -- typically a large block of bandwidth – at wholesale rates and offers it in smaller packages, with a greater cumulative value, to other ... Continue Reading
cloud adaptor
A cloud adaptor is a software utility that controls the transfer of information between local back office systems and a cloud provider. Continue Reading
user self-provisioning
User self-provisioning, also known as cloud self-service, is a system that allows end users to set up and launch applications and services in a cloud computing environment without the direct intervention of an IT organization or a service provider. Continue Reading
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automated provisioning
Automated provisioning is the ability to deploy an information technology or telecommunications service by using predefined procedures that are carried out electronically without requiring human intervention. Continue Reading
cloud integrator
A cloud integrator is a product or service that helps a business negotiate the complexities of cloud migrations. Continue Reading
Tsunami UDP
Tsunami UDP is an open source file transfer protocol that enables high-speed data transfer over network paths with a large bandwidth delay product.Continue Reading
SaaSgrid
SaaSGrid is an application server and integrated framework for software as a service (SaaS) applications.Continue Reading
cloud services reseller
A cloud services reseller is a middleman who facilitates commerce between a cloud service provider and the marketplace.Continue Reading
cloud provider API
A cloud provider API is an application program interface that allows the end user to interact with a cloud provider's service. Continue Reading
not for resale (NFR)
Not for resale (NFR) is a designation for products that vendors give to their channel partners for testing and educational purposes with the understanding that the channel partner will not resell those products.Continue Reading
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Securing mobile devices: A resource guide for solution providers
This mobile security guide for security solution providers is filled with tips for securing smartphones and tablets.Continue Reading
Microsoft Xbox Kinect may be good for business
Tech Watch: With a new Microsoft SDK that will Kinect-enable Windows 7 apps, VARs explore business apps that need more than a mouse or keyboard.Continue Reading
Large Account Reseller (LAR)
A large account reseller (LAR) is a label used by Microsoft to identify its largest value-added resellers (VARs). Continue Reading
Quiz for PaaS providers: Test your cloud services knowledge
Test your knowledge of cloud computing with this cloud services provider study guide. Learn what you need to know about customer requirements, application pricing and platform management interfaces.Continue Reading
PCI compliance guide: A resource for solution providers
This PCI compliance guide covers everything PCI DSS, from a brief overview to more advanced PCI offerings.Continue Reading