Monthly Archives: October 2010

Is Virtualization The Wave Of The Future?

Posted on October 29, 2010 by thecloudguytim

Ask this question at any computing conference and you’ll likely start a riot. Virtualization certainly has its proponents, but it also has its detractors. Personally, I see it growing into a big business and, who knows, someday it may outgrow … Continue reading →

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Two Scalability Types With Virtualization

Posted on October 27, 2010 by thecloudguytim

Virtualization is a fancy word for a type of cloud computing that involves creating a virtual server, operating system, or other computing function as opposed to the actual thing itself. One of the benefits to virtualization is it gives you … Continue reading →

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Cloud Computing Is Taking Off

Posted on October 25, 2010 by thecloudguytim

Cloud Computing Journal has two interesting blog posts published that illustrates just where cloud computing is going. The first article discusses the top 250 companies in the cloud computing business. The second articles highlights the top 50 bloggers in cloud … Continue reading →

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Is Your City About To Enter The Cloud?

Posted on October 22, 2010 by thecloudguytim

According to a recent news report, New York City is getting into cloud computing. There are several interesting points about this announcement. First, NYC has selected Microsoft to be its provider. There’s no mention of any specific product of Microsoft’s, … Continue reading →

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Hosting Web Applications In The Cloud

Posted on October 20, 2010 by thecloudguytim

There are all types of web applications. I’m sure you’re aware of that. There are also all types of hosting accounts for those applications. If a web application is essential for the operation of your business then I’d recommend that … Continue reading →

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Cloud Stacks Vs. Cloud Silos

Posted on October 18, 2010 by thecloudguytim

I can see the divisions taking place now. Some IT professionals are claiming that the future of cloud computing is in cloud silos. Others are advocating for cloud stacks. Who’s right? First, let’s define these terms. Cloud silos are petitioning … Continue reading →

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What Can You Host In The Cloud?

Posted on October 15, 2010 by thecloudguytim

You may be wondering just what you can host in the cloud. Practically speaking, anything you can host on a normal web server, or your computer’s hard drive, can be hosted in the cloud. Static websites can be hosted in … Continue reading →

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Why Opt For A Private Cloud?

Posted on October 13, 2010 by thecloudguytim

Have you started looking into cloud computing and are wondering whether the public cloud option or the private cloud option is for you? Well, if you are beginning your research into cloud hosting then allow me to steer you toward … Continue reading →

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What Is Colocation?

Posted on October 11, 2010 by thecloudguytim

Colocation is the name given to the concept of housing your computing hardware and infrastructure at another location. You can have someone else manage your hardware or manage it yourself, but you do not own facilities that house the computing … Continue reading →

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Cloud Computing For Fun And Profit

Posted on October 8, 2010 by thecloudguytim

What do you do when your servers fail? If you are trying to run a business online then you need your infrastructure to stay in place. Frequent down times will kill your business. Many new online business owners underestimate the … Continue reading →

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