Data Center

Virtualization management: Cross-platform tools fall short

Test shows CA has the best handle, but there is room for improvement all around

CA offers the strongest current option for cross-platform virtual management

Microsoft’s SC-VMM provides limited view of VMware-based VMs

DynamicOps homes in on VM provisioning

TotalView provides static view of VMware- and Xen-based virtual servers

How to get more from your IT certifications

* Linda's List of Best Practices to Benefiting from IT Certifications

IT trembles over mobile management

* Managing diverse environments is a slippery task

Can Cisco commit to management software?

* Cisco's intent to buy application management and automation software maker Tidal has industry watchers wondering if the hardware giant will stick to a long-term software strategy.

Judge kills class-action status in ‘Vista Capable’ suit

Six plaintiffs can sue Microsoft separately, or appeal the ruling

Google disables uploads, comments on YouTube Korea

The move follows enactment of a new law that requires it to collect the real name and ID number of uploaders