Cloud Computing

EMC joins OpenStack, likens it to Linux development

EMC joins Cisco, HP, Dell, IBM, Red Hat, VMware and others in officially sponsoring the open source cloud platform, which it says is an emerging technology in cloud platforms

Weather Channel forecasts heavier reliance on cloud computing

Weather information provider leaned heavily on Amazon during Hurricane Sandy

Microsoft puts SkyDrive app on Xbox360

The application allows users to view and share content such as images and videos on their TV

Survey: 1 in 3 ‘mission-critical’ applications now in cloud

Vendor-sponsored survey shows gap in identity management in cloud

How IT can become a driver of business growth

IT departments excel at boosting efficiency but fall short of driving business growth, according to a study from the Economist Intelligence Unit

Consultancy launches DIY cloud, OpenStack-style

Mirtantis launches three new ways for users to dip their toe in OpenStack waters

Is the cloud the right place for your data warehouse?

Amazon launched Redshift, a cloud-based data warehousing tool that looks to give IBM, Microsoft and Oracle a run for their money. But is the cloud the best place for your data warehousing?

Cloud Service Brokerages Emerge As New Integrators

What Does a Cloud IT Career Really Mean?

IT Is Increasing Efficiency but Failing to Drive Business Growth