The distributed computing model harnesses the resources of multiple networked computers to solve a problem. Each computer within the distributed system has its own processing power. However, the distributed system appears to function as one powerful computer. There are many … Read More
Micro Data Centers
How to Cool a Small Server Room, Network Closet, or Edge Data Center
Much has been written about the cooling requirements of large-scale data centers. As data center density has increased, so has the heat load. Powerful computer room air conditioning (CRAC) systems must be supplemented with aisle containment, raised floor cooling, and … Read More
Server Rack Cooling Solutions: In-Rack and In-Row Cooling
Traditional computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units are struggling to keep up with the heat generated by today’s power-hungry IT equipment. These systems circulated chilled air throughout the room, wasting much of the cooling capacity on empty space. Raised-floor cooling … Read More
Edge AI vs. Cloud AI: A Complementary Relationship
In a previous post, we defined the concept of edge AI and discussed its benefits and use cases. With edge AI, the processing power needed to enable artificial intelligence is pushed out to the network’s edge, closer to the sensors … Read More
Edge Computing and AI: Exploring the Benefits, Applications, and Use Cases
Edge AI combines two of the hottest trends in the data center and IT industries: edge computing and artificial intelligence. As we defined in previous posts, there are many types of edge computing applications and environments, but at its core, … Read More
What Is Edge Computing and How Does It Work? Use Cases and Examples
In a recent survey by IDC, more than two-thirds of business leaders said they are implementing edge computing solutions. Given the rapid growth of the edge computing model, IDC predicts that organizations will deploy more than half of all new … Read More
What Is IT/OT Convergence? Benefits, Challenges, and Examples
The operational technologies (OT) used to monitor and control mechanical systems have traditionally been isolated from information technology (IT) systems, with a literal “air gap” between the two domains. Now, they are converging as more electromechanical, manufacturing, and industrial equipment … Read More
Green Edge Computing: How To Use Edge Computing To Improve Sustainability
Sustainability has become a high priority in the IT industry. Data centers consume up to 3 percent of the electricity generated worldwide, producing an estimated 2 percent of global CO2 emissions. Cloud data centers are responsible for more than half … Read More
Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing: Exploring Their Relationship
When cloud computing first emerged, there seemed to be no end of definitions for the term. Did it mean on-demand computing? Software-as-a-Service? Internet services generally? Years later, many people still lack a firm understanding of what cloud computing is. Edge … Read More
Exploring the Benefits of the IIoT in Manufacturing
The manufacturing sector has enthusiastically embraced the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) — and for good reason. IIoT devices and applications give engineers, operators, and supervisors greater visibility into the production process, enabling manufacturers to increase efficiency, rapidly resolve problems, … Read More