The next version of Microsoft Windows Server includes integrated data deduplication technology. Microsoft is positioning this as a boon for server virtualization and claims it has very little performance impact. But how exactly does Microsoft’s de-duplication technology work?
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How I Eliminated Over 2 kW of Lighting at Home
The average home is incredibly inefficient, and nowhere is this more obvious than the ubiquitous electric lightbulb. Compact fluorescent (CFL) and LED lights are an order of magnitude more efficient at converting electricity to lumens rather than heat, but making the switch is not simple. The limitations, pricing, and sheer variety of lighting options are daunting.
My 2012 Project: Improving Energy Efficiency
I am in the process of upgrading my own home to make it more energy efficient. I do this mainly as an exercise of faith and science, since my electric and gas bills are not currently all that expensive. But I just can’t countenance burning 10 times more electricity than I need to, even if I can afford it. It’s also an exercise in geekiness, since today’s lighting alternatives and appliances have an undeniable techno-cool factor about them.
Building Virtual Infrastructure Seminar – Atlanta, GA
Truth in IT has now opened registration for my upcoming “Building Virtual Infrastructure†seminars in Los Angeles and Atlanta. Attendance is free of charge for qualified end-users, and sponsors are invited to contact Truth in IT as well. Truth in IT has scheduled my seminar in Atlanta in the second week in March.
Building Virtual Infrastructure Seminar – Los Angeles, CA
Truth in IT has now opened registration for my upcoming “Building Virtual Infrastructure†seminars in Los Angeles and Atlanta. Attendance is free of charge for qualified end-users, and sponsors are invited to contact Truth in IT as well. Truth in IT has scheduled two consecutive days in Los Angeles in the first week in March.
