Data Center

The TCO of Operating Systems: Compare the Big OSes

Financial reasons for and against adopting Mac, Linux or Windows operating systems in the enterprise.

The FCC’s 700MHz Spectrum Auction, Hotel California and Dick Tracy’s Wrist Radio

Seven Reasons to Think Twice About Macs in the Enterprise

Apple commercials show the ultra-cool Mac mocking the pinstriped PC. Macs, it seems, don't care to be businesslike--they'd rather be up late mixing video. And there are other, more pragmatic reasons to keep them out of the enterprise--reaso

Seven Financial Reasons to Use Linux in the Enterprise

Even if the total cost of ownership were equal to that of a proprietary system, Linux might still carry a financial incentive--find out how.

5 Business Reasons for Adopting the Windows Platform

Weu2019re at the beginning of the next generation of information and communication technology

5 Business Reasons for Adopting the Windows Platform

Microsoft Windows not only works; it is simple to set up, maintain and keep users working--which fuels profits.

Eight Financial Reasons Why You Should Use Mac OS

Mac OS is the hands-down operating system winner, from the perspective of cost effectiveness.

Seven Financial Reasons Not to Use Windows

It's not that you shouldn't use Windows, it just that it's not always the most economical choice for your company. Here are seven surefire reasons to consider Linux, Unix or Mac alternatives.

Eight Reasons NOT to Use Linux in the Enterprise

When considering licensing costs, support, management tools, support and training, Windows and even Solaris make better financial sense than using Linux.

John Halamka’s 10 Steps for Installing Ubuntu

The consumer-friendly distribution of Linux is known for its quick, easy installation. Here's how it's done.

Windows vs. Linux vs. OS X: CIO John Halamka Tests Ubuntu

As part of his ongoing effort to find a secure, stable, user-friendly alternative to the Windows desktop operating system, CareGroup CIO John Halamka got to know Ubuntu.