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Architecture
How servers, storage, networking, racks, and other resources in a data center are placed and connected.
Bare Metal Server
A physical server that runs a single operating system and does not have any virtualization layer.
Cloud Connect
Method for a direct and secure connection to public cloud providers for fast communication.
Colocation
A type of shared data center where customers rent space for their servers and other hardware from a provider who supplies power, cooling, and connectivity.
Cross Connect
A private connection between your environment and other network providers, clouds, content, or application providers in the same ecosystem.
Data Center Management
The set of tasks and activities handled by an organization for the day-to-day requirements of operating
Digital Infrastructure
The foundation of digital operations, comprised of compute, storage, and networking.
Edge Data Center
The foundation of digital operations, comprised of compute, storage, and networking.
Hybrid Infrastructure
A combination of on-premises data centers, private clouds, and/or public clouds.
IaaS
A cloud computing service model that allows businesses to lease IT infrastructure from a third-party provider.
IaaS vs. PaaS vs. SaaS
The difference between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, and how businesses can benefit from each model.
Interconnectivity
A physical or virtual link between two or more separate networks.
Migration
The act of moving data and applications between data centers or clouds.
N+1 Redundancy
Providing resiliency by adding one more component (e.g. for power or cooling) than is needed to run a
data center at full capacity.
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
A contractual agreement between a service provider and a customer that outlines the expected level of service.
Sustainability
In a data center, this means using energy-efficient materials and technologies or renewable power sources
to decrease environmental impact.
