People familiar with various compliance measures have probably at least heard passing mentions of System and Organization Controls 2, more commonly referred to as SOC 2. Its a type of voluntary compliance developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. SOC 2 covers various aspects of sensitive data handling. For example, an SOC 2 data center would show … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Become SOC 2 Compliant
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Ireland’s Data Centers Are Stressing the Grid
Ireland is an increasingly popular country for data centers. Factors like the nation's moderate weather, its skilled workforce and low corporate tax rates make decision-makers choose to build facilities there instead of other European countries. However, government officials may need to enforce data center regulation to protect the nation's electricity grid. Ireland's Grid … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Data Centers Are Stressing the Grid
Air-Gapping – The Better Way to Backup Your Data
In today's world, IT equipment is typically expected to be connected to the internet. This has made it easier for employees to work remotely and get their jobs done from anywhere in the world, but it also opens up a huge security risk. The problem with connecting devices to an open network like the internet is that there are always people trying to break into your system and … [Read more...] about Air-Gapping – The Better Way to Backup Your Data
You Need to Monitor Data Center Humidity to Protect Equipment
Airborne contaminants can be detrimental to a data center, especially when humidity carries harmful components that corrode metals and technological equipment. When corrosion in data center facilities happens, it can corrupt data, require repairs and take away from the company's profits. That's why it's vital to focus on data center humidity control. The process of protecting … [Read more...] about You Need to Monitor Data Center Humidity to Protect Equipment
We Need To Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient: Here’s How
The world isn't facing an energy crisis just yet, but it may only be a matter of time. Energy production is dropping, and while many countries are trying desperately to shift gears towards renewables, they're failing. Data centers are among the world's largest energy hogs. Their massive power consumption needs leave a huge carbon footprint behind. The Next Web estimates that … [Read more...] about We Need To Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient: Here’s How
