Feds Offer Agencies Guidance On Cloud Implementation
Since cloud computing services represents a paradigm shift from the way federal agencies historically have acquired IT systems, they have a number of new factors to consider–service-level agreements (SLAs), security and privacy among them–as they make plans to implement the cloud, according to a new report.
As part of a broad IT reform plan, the feds have adopted a "cloud first" policy requiring agencies to consider the cloud first as they plan new IT projects, which should accelerate adoption of the technology at the federal level…
On-Premise IT Targeted More Than Cloud
It’s that time of the year again, the RSA Conference – the granddaddy of security events where anyone who’s anyone in security is in attendance. This year’s gathering will likely be dominated by next-generation firewalls, the anticipated IPO of Palo Alto Networks and mobile security. Still, cloud computing will remain a hot topic, and among the many reports that will come out of this conference, Alert Logic’s State of Cloud Security is worth a look.
Security has been the Achilles heel of cloud computing from its inception. The issue remains whether a business can truly trust a service provider with their data and applications – the crown jewels of their operations. Security history is replete with examples of businesses that had to shut down after losing their operating data or having their trade secrets compromised…
Cavium Unveils World’s First Adapter With 1 Million SSL Transactions per Second for Virtualized Data Center and Cloud Computing
Cavium, Inc., a leading provider of semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing for networking, communications, and the digital home, today announced the new NITROX(R) III XL CNN35XX-NHB adapter family that delivers unprecedented performance for secure and virtualized data center and cloud computing. The new NITROX III XL Adapter family, which is available immediately, is built using the NITROX III security processor that integrates 16 to 64 purpose-built security RISC cores with high-performance compression engines and virtualization. The adapter family includes PCI-Express Gen2 and PCI-Express Gen3 versions. This family of adapter products is being integrated into a wide range of equipment including Application Delivery Controllers, WAN Optimization Appliances, Cloud Servers, L4+ Switches, Unified Threat Management Appliances, WLAN controllers & Servers and Storage Appliances…
HP Launches Enterprise Security Cloud Connections Partner Program
HP today announced a new partner program designed to accelerate the adoption of secure cloud computing.
A major obstacle to the adoption of cloud computing is the lack of visibility into user actions. Enterprises need a single view into the use of cloud-based resources — including internal systems and the applications and services run by cloud providers.
With the HP Enterprise Security Cloud Connections partner program, HP partners can help customers view and assess enterprise-wide risks while automating compliance reporting across on-premise and cloud-based environments…
Cloud Data Encryption Solutions Provider Vaultive Raises $10 Million
Vaultive, a provider of cloud data encryption solutions that enable organizations to leverage the economy and efficiency of cloud computing while maintaining the data security, control and compliance advantages of on-premise computing, today announced that the company has completed a $10-million funding round led by .406 Ventures, New Science Ventures and Harmony Partners. The company is currently in beta for its first product, Vaultive for Hosted Exchange, a patent-pending enterprise-class encryption solution designed to meet the specific business challenges and technological requirements of Hosted Exchange users.
Vaultive was founded in 2009 by Ben Matzkel and Maayan Tal. Initially funded by security industry luminaries, including brothers Elad and Amit Yoran, the company has been focused on research and development efforts to build an enterprise-class, seamless and flexible solution for cloud data protection…
Does The Cloud Keep Pace With Moore’s Law?
When evaluating infrastructure-as-a-service offerings, the challenge is to compare the value proposition with what you already have in your own data center. The obvious wins for IaaS include so-called cloud bursting, where you need lots of computing power for a relatively short time. Obviously, building out infrastructure for peak loads is wasteful, so wise use of an infrastructure service for demand spikes can level out your costs. That’s a no-brainer.
But that’s not the usual case, so understanding the cost benefit of IaaS is a tricky business. There have been many discussions lately of calculations that assess the incremental cost of using a system versus the cost of it just sitting idle in your data center. That incremental cost plus the baseline cost during the period of real use “feels” like the cost that should be incurred for a cloud service. Even if you paid a premium on top of that cost, you’d still be saving money, right? Well, maybe…
Dimension Data announces global cloud services
The global provider’s cloud offerings simplify planning, design, deployment and management of private, public and hybrid clouds. Dimension Data also introduced its Managed Cloud Platform (MCP), a global delivery platform for all its cloud services, and Dimension Data CloudControl, its cloud management system that automates provisioning, orchestration, administration and billing.
The Dimension Data Cloud Services suite is designed to address the many requirements of an organisation’s path to the cloud, whether it’s at the beginning of its usage of cloud and virtualisation, or well on its way to leveraging the benefits of self-service, hybrid cloud models. Because all Dimension Data’s Cloud Services are delivered on the same platform, it’s easier and more cost-effective to expand from one cloud model to another as the demands of the business change…
Cloud Computing: Are Investors’ Heads In The Clouds?
Cloud computing has been among the fastest growing segments of the technology industry, driven by the ever expanding universe of new apps and websites. But many of these companies now trade with price-earnings multiples higher than 50x at a time when the industry is becoming increasingly commoditized. So, where are these stocks headed?
According to TickerSpy’s index, the sector has jumped 20.4% over the past month (16.1% better than the S&P 500) and 87% since the beginning of 2008 (87.8% better than the S&P 500). Meanwhile, the sector now trades with an average price-earnings multiple of 58.8x, compared to just 22.86x for the S&P 500…
Lack of understanding acting as main barrier to cloud adoption
Perceived risks over service control and fears over data sovereignty are the key issues that are restricting UK organisations from implementing cloud services, according to recent research from Claranet, the managed services provider.
The research polled 300 senior IT decision-makers across a variety of sectors and business sizes and discovered the range of concerns that has led to 32 per cent of respondents delaying procuring cloud services for an average of 12 months.
The three main barriers to cloud adoption have been identified as: fears about losing in-house control (46 per cent), confusion as to how cloud could benefit their organisation (43 per cent), and an organisational culture that is not prepared for a new approach to information technology (41 per cent).
Marvell Showcases Total Solutions for Mobile Devices, Smart TVs, Cloud Computing and Connectivity at Mobile World Congress 2012
Marvellwill showcase at Mobile World Congress 2012 end-to-end silicon platform solutions for mobile devices, Smart TVs, connectivity, cloud computing and services, which demonstrate the breadth of Marvell’s robust technology portfolio.
With new product introductions to accelerate the adoption of global mobile standards, powerful innovative LTE devices and support for the upcoming 802.11ac standard, Marvell’s mobile technology allows end users to quickly and easily access the content they value from anywhere in the world, enabling consumers around the world to enjoy the "connected lifestyle."…