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How to set up a cloud gaming server

2012-05-24

How to set up a cloud gaming server

By Ninefold cloud computing On 24/05/2012 · View comments

US developer Blizzard learnt a hard lesson last week. The launch demand of their blockbuster title Diablo 3 exceeded all expectations, causing huge bottleneck issues on their authentication servers and preventing gamers from logging on in the crucial first few days post-release. For a company that handles their entire infrastructure in-house, some cloud based virtual servers may have come in handy.

What’s the difference between a public and a private cloud?

2012-05-18

What’s the difference between a public and a private cloud?

By Ninefold cloud computing On 18/05/2012 · View comments

Quite a lot, actually. Potentially, it’s the difference between you making the savings and receiving the benefits that had you decide to move to the cloud in the first place. So it’s an important decision. But let’s get some definitions down first.

Collaboration: The benefits of cloud storage for teams

2012-05-15

Collaboration: The benefits of cloud storage for teams

By Ninefold cloud computing On 15/05/2012 · View comments

We all know the saying “there’s no I in team”, right? And we all know that much of what goes on in a business is a collaborative effort with everyone – sometimes hundreds of people – pulling together to achieve a common goal.

Building a cloud server is a lot like building a performance car

2012-05-09

Building a cloud server is a lot like building a performance car

By Angelo Livanos On 09/05/2012 · View comments

When you think about it, building a cloud server is a lot like building a performance car — there’s a lot riding on the choices you make upfront. First, you want to avoid any major, foreseeable problems, so it’s important to start with a solid base. There’s no point investing all your time and money importing a Honda Civic when it’s easier and more satisfying to get your hands on an Australian-made Holden SS Commodore – a vehicle that will also yield much quicker times!

Outsourcing my brain to the cloud

2012-05-03

Outsourcing my brain to the cloud

By Jonathan Crossfield On 03/05/2012 · View comments

The increase in web and cloud technologies is changing how my brain works. And it’s not just me — neuroscientists have been debating for years whether we’re all having our brains remapped by today’s world of always-on connectivity.