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Everybody loves a deal, including colocation customers.  But as with any type of too-good-to-be-true business proposition, a “bargain” colocation package can actually cost far more over time thanks to hidden charges. How can you protect yourself from falling for a colocation contract that will eventually turn into a money pit? Consider these points: Networks and… View Article

New Study Reveals IT Departments at Risk of Overpayment for Cross-Connects i/o Data Centers, the leading provider of enterprise colocation and data center solutions, today revealed the results of a new internal study focusing on the impact of its free cross-connect policy. Cross-connects, or the ability of colocation and data center customers to connect to… View Article

IT technologies and practices are continuing to evolve and transform, presenting new opportunities for data center owners, particularly those using colocation services. Here’s a quick look at four top emerging trends: Storage Virtualization With server virtualization now in full swing, a growing number of enterprises are turning their attention toward storage virtualization. Storage virtualization is… View Article

An IT continuity strategy is the world’s cheapest insurance policy. Having a comprehensive plan that you can turn to in the aftermath of a major calamity–such as a fire, flood or earthquake–is essential to getting your business back on its feet as quickly and painlessly as possible. Colocation should be at the heart of your… View Article

Moving equipment to a new colocation home isn’t as big a headache as many enterprises fear. Here’s a seven-step plan to ensure that your move will be as efficient and pain free as possible: 1. Assess your equipment needs. Unless you’re planning a clean install with brand new equipment, you’ll need to take a dispassionate… View Article

Business myths and misconceptions are mistaken thoughts–ideas that have no basis in truth. The most dangerous thing about misconceptions is that we continue to build knowledge on our current understandings, potentially leading to a series of poor decisions. When it comes to IT decision-making, false beliefs can hurt security, budgets and system performance. Like most… View Article

To achieve service improvements and business efficiencies, a growing number of businesses are deciding to colocate their server, network and storage equipment at an off-site data center. But before signing up with any colocation provider, it’s important to know whether it has the resources and commitment necessary to fully meet your company’s needs. Here are… View Article