Converged Networks Reports

RESEARCH CONTENT: To find out how virtual reality (VR) can be used for teaching and learning in higher education, tap into this 34-page research report from 2024.

Posted: 09 Oct 2024 | Published: 10 Oct 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after a ransomware attack shut a major US oil pipeline, we examine the real-life consequences for organisations facing similar threats. We ask the experts for their top tips in reducing datacentre running costs. And we hear how data science skills are helping government make better decisions. Read the issue now.

Posted: 17 May 2021 | Published: 18 May 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, our latest buyer's guide looks at the future of robotic process automation (RPA). Google's legal victory against Oracle over the use of Java APIs has huge significance for software developers. And we find out how expectations of IT have grown as firms prepare for the post-Covid workplace. Read the issue now.

Posted: 12 Apr 2021 | Published: 13 Apr 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal that IT contractors are seeking a multimillion-pound payout after confusion over the forthcoming IR35 tax reforms. Many firms are building data lakes to improve their analytics – we examine the storage implications. And we talk to the CIO at the London School of Economics. Read the issue now.

Posted: 30 Mar 2021 | Published: 30 Mar 2021

EGUIDE: In this e-guide: Simplifying the deployment and management of datacentre hardware systems is one of the main draws of converged and hyper-converged infrastructure setups for enterprises.

Posted: 26 Mar 2021 | Published: 26 Mar 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the UK government's sudden decision to close schools left many unable to provide children with online schooling - we examine the home learning challenges. Cyber security experts give us their forecasts for 2021. And we find out how technology supports the work of the Guide Dogs charity. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 19 Jan 2021

EZINE: In this handbook, Computer Weekly takes a peek at future storage technologies, such as helium and DNA, and offers some valuable tips on how to keep cloud storage costs under control. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 15 Oct 2020

EGUIDE: You need convergence today more ever.  Advances in software virtualisation and the migration of intelligence to the cloud are driving the convergence of networking, security and storage functionality at the network edge, a crucial element in making sure that workforces dispersed by the coronavirus crisis stayed effective and productive.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 10 Jul 2020

EGUIDE: Advances in software virtualisation and the migration of intelligence to the cloud are driving the convergence of networking, security and storage functionality at the network edge, a crucial element in making sure that workforces dispersed by the coronavirus crisis stayed effective and productive. The day of converged infrastructures has arrived.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 06 Jul 2020

EGUIDE: In this e-guide we give an overview to buying hyper-converged in which we dig into its benefits, such as ease of deployment, resource efficiency, low Opex costs and reduced use of datacentre space. But we also look at the potential pitfalls that include the difficulties of troubleshooting in a tightly-layered environment.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 12 May 2020

EZINE: The creation of ever-increasing volumes of data is posingescalating problems for storage. In this issue of Expert Advice, Computer Weekly looks at how APAC firms are dealing with storage management issues in the cloud age. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 17 Oct 2019

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how technology is fighting poverty by increasing financial inclusion. We examine how best to manage the challenges of Microsoft's new plan for ongoing Windows 10 updates. And we find out how data innovation at Lloyd's of London is supporting a wider digital modernisation. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 21 May 2019

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we travel to Silicon Valley to meet the emerging tech startups hoping to take data analytics to a new level. The NHS desperately needs to recruit IT professionals – we look at the job opportunities. And we examine the best ways to keep cloud costs under control. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 13 May 2019

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine how the fashion world and clothing retailers are using technology to better understand customers. Brexit continues to dominate conversation in the UK tech sector – we find out the hopes and fears of the industry. And we look at how to use OpenStack in a hyper-converged infrastructure. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 10 Nov 2017

ESSENTIAL GUIDE: In this essential guide, we include articles looking at best practice and key technologies in server, storage, networks, DevOps and hyperconverged systems to make the most of your hybrid IT.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 15 Nov 2017

EGUIDE: We look at why it makes sense to go hyper-converged, how HCI differs from converged infrastructure, the pros and cons of hyper-converged vs traditional storage arrays, HCI software products available, and whether hyper-converged can help unleash the blistering performance potential of NVMe flash storage.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 25 Sep 2017

EZINE: Download this issue of Computer Weekly to discover how the industry must face up to the challenges of implementing the new rules, around mobile roaming charges.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 26 Jun 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the growing market for hyper-converged infrastructure, and assess the options available. We ask mature users of the cloud what's next for their migration to off-premise systems. And we analyse how retail supply chains are developing to keep up with online and mobile shopping trends.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 13 Jun 2017

CASE STUDY: Read how the Greater Toronto Airports Authority adopted Cisco Catalyst 6500 switches in the wiring closet and throughout the network to enable the convergence of data, voice, and video, and provide virtualization to support a Common Use environment.

Posted: 26 Mar 2014 | Published: 12 Jan 2009

WHITE PAPER: Unified communications and collaboration strategies can help organizations deliver a user experience that brings together communications and collaboration silos across and beyond traditional business boundaries. This webcast explains it for you.

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 | Published: 01 Apr 2007

WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, we are going to discuss the application of QoS to networks with media flows installed within them, such as voice and video. We'll see that it is very unnatural for voice to even exist on a data network, because it was never designed to do so.

Posted: 27 Aug 2009 | Published: 27 Aug 2009

SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco® PIX® 506E Security Appliance delivers enterprise-class security for remote office, branch office, and small-to-medium business (SMB) networks, in a highperformance, easy-to-deploy purpose-bu...

Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007

WHITE PAPER: As per this report the industry providers are already delivering the new piece parts for such convergence, although new standards are still evolving to enable maximum interoperability across converged telecommunication infrastructures.

Posted: 20 Jun 2008 | Published: 01 Oct 2004

HARDWARE LISTING: The Cisco Catalyst 3750 Series Switch is an innovative product for midsize organizations and enterprise branch offices.

Posted: 28 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007

SOFTWARE LISTING: The Cisco® Catalyst® 3560 Series is a line of fixed-configuration, enterprise-class switches that include IEEE 802.3af and Cisco prestandard Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality in Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet configuration.

Posted: 28 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007