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White-labeling is when a company provides goods or services under a blank or “white label” that can then be re-branded and sold by another company. This is often done to allow the manufacturer to focus on the quality, research, and development of the product; while the selling and marketing are handled by a company experienced in those areas.
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When people hear the term “reseller hosting” it is typically met with stares of confusion. To make it easier to understand, this article answers the most commonly asked questions in regards to this type of web hosting. Providing a web hosting service to your clients is usually the focus of a web hosting company, but with reseller hosting, you become the host and you determine how you will charge and support your clients.
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As the demand for reliable data center infrastructure grows, green data center solutions have been implemented to offset the potential environmental impact of data center operations. These solutions involve the use of highly efficient technology as well as green energy from renewable sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal to power data center operations. In this article we will discuss a few ways modern data centers are taking advantage of advancements in sustainable data center solutions.
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One of the growing trends in modern gaming is the concept of cloud gaming. Cloud gaming involves the use of cloud (remote) servers to stream games directly onto a user’s device. In this article we will discuss the concept of cloud gaming and discuss the role of dedicated servers in this emerging industry.
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A request for proposal or RFP is an official document calling for companies to submit bids or offers to perform a service or deliver products. Follow along and we’ll explain what is an RFP and when to use one. Then we’ll compare an RFP, Request for Quote (RFQ), and Request for Information (RFI).
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Data-Centric computing is a relatively new concept that pertains to the increasing demand for information systems that can address organizational needs regarding storage, retrieval, transfer, and processing of rapidly expanding data sets. In contrast to inflexible and rigid application-centric models of computing, data-centric computing seeks to provide flexible, scalable computing resources for use in data center infrastructures. In this article, we will explore the concept of data-centric computing and discuss its significance for the broader web hosting industry.
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A database management system is a complex piece of software that handles the management, storage and retrieval of data. This data can range from numerical values to strings of text, depending on the situation. Modern database management systems are capable of storing vast amounts of data and have applications ranging from scientific research to web hosting services. In this article, we will briefly discuss database management systems and provide a few examples of popular database management systems in use today.
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One of the most common issues that affects large online operations is that they cannot scale properly to respond to increased demand. Slow loading websites, crashes, errors, all can result from an inability to scale. This is where the concept of hyperscale enters the picture. Hyperscale refers to the ability of a software system to scale appropriately in response to increased demand. In this article we will explore the concept of hyperscale and provide some examples of hyperscaling commonly in use today.
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In an increasingly interconnected online world, the task of managing network infrastructure has become more demanding than ever. To respond to this challenge, the concept of Intent-Based Networking has been adopted by major companies such as Cisco. Through intent-based networking, sophisticated algorithms automate the monitoring and management of network resources. In this article, we will explore the concept of intent-based networking and discuss the broader implications of the technology.
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When researching software, one of the most important considerations most users make is whether or not a given piece of software is free or requires payment to use. This distinction is the difference between Open Source vs Proprietary software, terms commonly used to describe the monetary cost associated with particular pieces of software. In this article, we will explore the concept of Open Source vs Proprietary software and discuss some common examples of each.
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