Wednesday, June 03, 2009

CA builds its data center automation empire

EMC inks deal to acquire Configuresoft; Open source data center management emerges
Network World logo

Network/Systems Management Alert

NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile


Sponsored by Fluke Networks
rule

ONLY Fluke Networks Can Do It
Not NetScout, Not NetQoS, Not OPNet. Know the root cause of application problems in just 3 clicks. And we'll prove it. If you consider us and still buy another, we'll pay you cash. Find out more.

rule

Spotlight Story
CA builds its data center automation empire

CA buys for an undisclosed sum data center automation and cloud management technology from Cassatt, which potentially escaped bankruptcy by being acquired. Read full story

Related News:

CA plucks automation assets from struggling Cassatt
CA has acquired for an undisclosed sum the assets of data center automation vendor Cassatt, perhaps salvaging the technological innovation developed earlier this decade at the financially struggling start-up.

EMC inks deal to acquire Configuresoft
EMC plans to acquire Configuresoft in a deal that would add server configuration, change and compliance management software to EMC's portfolio.

Open source data center management emerges
Cfengine offers data center automation and management capabilities via an open source model.

Why invest in open source management apps now?
Vendors are addressing scalability, security and support concerns that have deterred some IT teams from adopting open source management applications, Forrester Research says.

How to optimize resources without using budget dollars
Regardless of the economy, enterprise IT managers understand what it feels like to be considered a cost center, and most have learned since the dot-com bust how to optimize resources without spending money.

Virtualization continues to pose management challenges
A majority of IT departments are deploying virtualization, but still most don't feel comfortable with the tools and technologies they have in place to manage application performance or troubleshoot problems in the virtual environment, according to recent survey results.

Forrester: Economy has led to software pricing changes
The worldwide recession has hammered IT budgets but has also prompted vendors to make their software pricing and licensing models more customer-friendly, according to a new Forrester Research report.

June Giveaways

Cisco Subnet and Microsoft Subnet are giving away training from Global Knowledge to two lucky readers and 15 copies each of books on IPv6 security, the Cisco Secure Firewall Services Module, and Active Directory Domain Services 2008. Deadline for entries June 30.


Evolution of Ethernet
Evolution of EthernetFrom 3Mbps over shared coax to 40/100Gbps over fiber…and beyond.

Apple iPhoneys: The 4G edition
Apple iPhoneys: The 4G editioniPhone enthusiasts from around the Web offer their visions for the next-gen iPhone.

Improving your SMB's WAN Performance.
SMBs need to ensure the quality delivery of their business applications. Get the tips and recommendations you need to find the best product for your organization. Here are some features you should look for: High availability, QoS support, ease of use and redundant Internet access.
Learn more.


 

June 03, 2009

TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES

  1. Five things we love/hate about Win 7/Windows Server 2008 R2
  2. Nine management apps that won't bust your budget
  3. Cisco added to Dow
  4. YouTube hit by porn storm
  5. Is routing undergoing a mid-life crisis?
  6. Ubuntu Desktop: Plenty of sizzle, not much steak
  7. Windows 7 alluring, but XP is the migration factor
  8. The rise of personal 'Mi-Fi' hotspots
  9. HP ProCurve converges wireless and wired network access
  10. MDOP is the hidden gem of Microsoft's WS 2008 R2, W7 releases

Gartner Magic Quadrant for Application Delivery Controllers
In this updated Magic Quadrant, Gartner analyzes the vendors in the dynamic application delivery market and their capabilities to resolve important application challenges. See who the leaders, visionaries, niche players and challengers are, as well as those Gartner has dropped.
Click here.



Inbox too cluttered?
Take our survey to help us improve how IT professionals get the information they need.
Click to take our survey


IT Buyers guide

 


This email was sent to networking.world@gmail.com

Complimentary Subscriptions Available
for newsletter subscribers. Receive 50 issues of Network World Magazines, in print or electronic format, free of charge. Apply here.

Terms of Service/Privacy

 

Subscription Services Update your profile
To subscribe or unsubscribe to any Network World newsletter, change your e-mail address or contact us, click here.

Unsubscribe

Network World, Inc., 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701
Copyright Network World, Inc., 2009

www.networkworld.com

 

 



No comments: