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Data Centers need personnel and infrastructure to be able to operate effectively. Data Center Operators are companies or individual entities who take care of day-to-day operations of a data center. Responsibilities can include upkeep, maintenance and client relations.

Operators are responsible for installing and maintaining network resources, ensuring data center security and monitoring systems that take care of power and cooling.
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Equinix reveals investment plans for 2019 – and there's a lot

Thu, 9th May 2019
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The colocation giant has revealed its plans for the year that contains significant amounts of investment for expansion and new facilities.
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Partnership brings next-gen edge internet services to Chicago

Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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New Continuum Data Centers and AlefEdge partner to deliver cutting-edge edge internet services in Chicago, enhancing regional network operators' capabilities.
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ISI Communications moves network core to Chicago's New Continuum Data Centers

Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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ISI Communications has chosen New Continuum's data center in West Chicago as its network core, delivering cost savings and efficient traffic routing.
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Equinix releases Azure Stack-as-a-Service in APAC

Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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The hybrid cloud solution offers pre-configured, Microsoft validated systems, pre-installed into Equinix IBX data centres.
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Three 'must-haves' for building a resilient edge

Fri, 5th Apr 2019
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Edge computing is set to surpass hyperscale markets, driven by 5G and data demands. Learn the three essentials for resilient edge infrastructure.
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Is Google's Stadia feasible with today's data centres?

Tue, 26th Mar 2019
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To get a better idea of the sheer audacity behind Google's latest move, we spoke to Unitas Global chief technical officer Grant Kirkwood.
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DataGryd building another data center in New York

Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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DataGryd has unveiled plans for MegaSuite 6, a new data centre at 60 Hudson Street, built by Clune Construction, aimed for a Q3 2019 opening.
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Equinix shifts executive veterans into new roles

Thu, 14th Mar 2019
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Global colocation giant Equinix has announced that three executives will be moving into new roles, effective early Q2.
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Intel DCM GM divulges on the future of data centre management

Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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In this exclusive interview, Intel's Jeff Klaus shares insights on the data centre management industry and its capabilities for the future.
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Exclusive Q&A: Why has Google thrown down the $13b gauntlet?

Tue, 26th Feb 2019
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Google's latest US$13 billion investment in its US data centres marks a strategic move to gain ground in the competitive cloud market, says Francesco Paola.
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A look at some of the big data centre openings in 2019 so far

Sat, 23rd Feb 2019
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Alibaba Cloud, Facebook, and Oracle - among others - have already opened major facilities this year, so here's a round-up.
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Stream Data Centers to develop hyperscale campus in Arizona

Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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Stream Data Centers is investing in the Phoenix market with a new hyperscale campus on 157 acres in Goodyear, set to provide 350 MW capacity.
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Q&A: Aruba manager on imminent data centre challenges

Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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Aruba's infrastructure manager Alessandro Bruschini weighs in on the imminent challenges data centres face amidst rising demand and new regulations.
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Interview: Next steps needed in data centre energy efficiency

Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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SPIE UK's Peter Westwood shares what needs to be done to make the vision of a data-driven world more sustainable.
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Industry vet Jay Adelson appointed to Megaport board

Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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Megaport fortifies its leadership by appointing industry veteran Jay Adelson to its Board of Directors, emphasising innovation and global focus.
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Interview: Emerging trends for a sustainable data centre industry

Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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SPIE UK's Peter Westwood discusses the various technologies emerging both now and in the future to boost energy efficiency among data centres.
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Australia's first NABERS 5-star rated data centre

Wed, 6th Feb 2019
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NEXTDC announced that its M1 Melbourne data centre has been officially certified as Australia's first NABERS 5-star rated DC.
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Exclusive Q&A: Why businesses are storing useless hardware

Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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In this exclusive interview, Blancco's Fredrik Forslund details just how expensive the issue of data centre waste has become.
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Exclusive Q&A: The on-premises data centre is here to stay

Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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In an exclusive interview, Scality's Paul Speciale shares his thoughts on the data centre and cloud industries.
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Organisations wasting $100k a year hoarding useless IT hardware

Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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A new report reveals that two in five organisations spend over USD $100,000 annually storing useless IT hardware, posing security and compliance risks.