Category: Glossary
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What is a Bare Metal Server?
Defining Bare Metal A bare metal server is a physical server that runs a single operating system and does not have any virtualization layer. This means that the operating system has direct access to the underlying hardware, and does not share resources with other systems. This is in contrast to traditional shared hosting, where multiple…
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What is an Edge Data Center?
Edge data centers are a type of data center infrastructure that is positioned at the edge of the network, closer to end-users and devices. This type of infrastructure offers many benefits for businesses, particularly those that require low latency, high bandwidth, and high-speed data processing capabilities. In this article, we will explore what an edge…
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What is IaaS?
IaaS is a cloud computing service model that allows businesses to lease IT infrastructure from a third-party provider. This infrastructure can include virtual machines, storage, networks, and other computing resources. IaaS providers typically offer a pay-as-you-go pricing model, allowing businesses to scale their infrastructure up or down as needed without significant upfront costs. How does…
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IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS
As the world becomes increasingly digital, businesses are relying more and more on cloud computing to handle their computing needs. However, the range of cloud-based services that are available can be confusing even to seasoned professionals. In this article, we will discuss the difference between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, and how businesses can benefit from…
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Data Center Sustainability
What is Data Center Sustainability? Data center sustainability is a set of initiatives aimed at improving the energy efficiency and environmental friendliness of a data center’s construction and operations. Through a combination of technology, materials, and management practices, a sustainable data center will minimize its environmental impact while still providing reliable and secure data storage,…
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What is a Data Center Cross Connect and Why is it Important?
A cross connect enables customers to create private connections between their colocation environments and other network providers, clouds, content, and application providers in the same ecosystem. It is a Layer 1 point-to-point cable link that connects two customers between two hardware assets within the same data center facility. Typically, cross connects are made through structured…
