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  • Our top five systems tips -- so far

    Get the top five systems tips of the first half of 2008, as chosen by SearchSystemsChannel.com readers.  Top Tips

  • Printing Services Learning Guide: Unix, Linux and Windows printing

    Printing services offer resellers and systems integrators various business opportunities, from providing printer configuration to networking to print usage tracking services. This learning guide offers best practices for becoming a managed printer se...  Learning Guide

  • Computer information systems for small and midsized businesses (SMBs)

    Computer information systems opportunities for value-added resellers and systems integrators can be found in this chapter from our Small and Midsized Business Technology Project Guide.  All-in-One Guide

  • Wrong reasons for Linux migration

    Linux migration may seem cool but that's no reason to move your customer to the open source operating system. Know when it's not time for a Unix-to-Linux migration.  Feature

  • Migrate to Linux when old systems become expensive

    Linux server migration is best undertaken when existing software can be ported to Linux, old systems are obsolete and customer's are looking to save money by going open source.  Feature

  • Make a Unix-to-Linux migration for the right reasons

    Unix-to-Linux migration can help customer's save money and improve efficiency -- but only if the Linux migration is made for the right reason. If a customer is interested in running Linux on blade servers or saving money on an OS, then the move can w...  Feature

  • Unix-to-Linux migration benefits

    Linux migration is an appealing option to some Unix customers looking to upgrade and save money. Get additional benefits of a Unix-to-Linux migration.  Feature

  • Sun Solaris push may not benefit VARs, experts warn

    It's going to take more than support programs to push sales of Solaris 10 via the channel, analysts say.  Article | 21 Jan 2007

  • Integrating IBM AIX's NIM and SUMA

    Now that you've had an overview of key sessions -- and parties -- attended at IBM System p, AIX 5L and Linux Technical University, as well as the "buzz" on HACMP and Linux, our contributor Ken Milberg dives into some of the more technical takeaways. ...  Column | 01 Nov 2006

  • IBM AIX best practices and methods

    Some of the best practices and methods to come out of the "care and feeding of AIX" class at IBM System p, AIX 5L and Linux Technical University included how to best configure the /etc/netsvc.conf file, why to increase the number of AIX users and how...  Column | 01 Nov 2006

  • IBM Tech University buzz: HACMP meet Linux

    IBM's porting of HACMP to Linux is a significant step in the software giant's recognition of the open-source platform, but can it find enough Linux HACMP customers? Here's one expert's take on the "buzz" to come out of IBM System p, AIX 5L and Linux ...  Column | 02 Oct 2006

  • Configuring Unix and Linux printers for SMBs

    Configuring Unix and Linux printers may not be a priority for an IT manager in a small or medium-sized business (SMB). Help customers set up their printers by offering these printing services.  Tip

  • Unix and Linux printing services: Understanding SMB printer needs

    Don't configure Unix or Linux printers until you know exactly what your SMB customer needs. This two-part tip will help you decide which Unix and Linux printing services to offer.  Tip

  • Linux on IBM POWER (LoP) for consolidation and scalability

    IBM has thrown its support behind Linux by allowing customers to run its proprietary Unix (AIX) or Linux on System p. Find out what business opportunities this may bring you as a VAR or systems integrator.  Tip

  • Virtualization education a VAR must-have

    When a client asks for your virtualization expertise, you'd best be ready to provide it. Ken Milberg explains why and where to spend your server and storage virtualization training budget.  Tip

  • Apple Xserve storage benefits and functionality

    Apple Xserve combines hardware and software for a storage offering worthy of consideration by just about any end customer. Get an overview of Xserve's components and functionality in part one of this three-part series.  Tip

  • IBM pSeries server trends and developments

    IBM has secured the top spot in a $17 billion Unix server market over Hewlett-Packard and Sun. Consider Big Blue's latest POWER enhancements and partnership opportunities.  Tip

About Unix Server Operating Systems

Unix server operating systems can create several business opportunities for value-added resellers and IT solutions providers. Learn how to offer Unix server installation, setup and configuration services to business customers with these tips and tutorials on Unix server operating systems.