Network Attached Storage (NAS) is a file-level storage that provides data access to multiple clients over a network. A NAS system is primarily deployed to handle files, rather than a block data. Thus, NAS has the ability to reduce management overheads and prevent network latency. Further, NAS is easily accessible over a LAN through protocols like TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol). The implementation of NAS allows...more
A Storage Area Network (SAN) is a multi-purpose architecture that connects multiple types of data storage appliances with servers. These data storage appliances may include disk arrays, tape libraries and optical drives. SAN enables access to highly efficient storage systems with block storage protocols. SAN storage systems are available to multiple users at the same time; thus, making it more scalable and flexible. The SAN market is growing...more
The Mobile Security market consists of mobile end-point devices and software solutions, which are designed or configured to provide security to the mobile devices. The mobile devices included in this market are cellular phones, PDAs and other smart handheld devices; usually connected with wireless network. In the past, mobile devices were used for voice communications, with little to no mobile data communication activity. However, with the advancement in technology, many of the the mobile devices available in the market are equipped to support various data related activities such as e-mail access, video access, browsing, etc. Moreover, with the availability of such advanced mobile devices, the number of data communication based mobile applications and services are increasing in the market. Services such as M-commerce, where critical data transactions takes place, are gaining a wide acceptance. With the increase in the usage of critical services, the security attacks on mobile devices by unauthorized users have also risen. The number of security threats, viruses, Trojans, malware etc., related to mobile devices has grown manifolds. In addition, security threats are becoming more...more
Respiratory & Anesthetia monitors are patient monitoring devices that interpret the available clinical data. These monitoring devices help recognize present (as well as predict future) mishap or unfavorable system conditions pertaining to respiratory disorders. Respiratory & Anesthesia Monitors facilitate monitoring the status of respiratory...more
While looking for a shipping container, you might find that different prices are available. No doubt, it is easy to purchase the first inexpensive container you find. However, you need to understand what is required for determining the price of a container. The cost of a shipping container is affected by several factors. These include the...more
It is a well-known fact that globalization increases productivity and life standards. There are a lot of advantages which causes business owners to work on the goal of expanding the business overseas. While this is proving to be beneficial to countries where products and services are being exported to, the concern grows for locals. This concern is largely focused on that fact that the unemployment rate continues to rise thereby giving the impression that globalization is one of the causes. It is true that because of the economic downturn, most businesses are looking to outsource services to take advantage of lower labor costs in developing countries. Outsourcing has been a hot debate topic ever since its inception. The main idea is that the local economy suffers since the jobs are handed over to other countries instead of their own. Globalization is responsible for modernizing business processes and outsourcing certainly changed the way how business is being done. However, it is not only these factors which contribute to the unemployment rate. The biggest contributor to unemployment is companies who close down because of the recession. The increase in number of...more
A few years back there was a steep increase in Chinas imported goods, largely due to the import tariff policy of China. However, charging high tariffs was not seen as a welcome move and the Chinese administration was recommended a significant...more
Despite recent food safety scares, China retains its position as one of the worlds leading suppliers and exporters of food and drinks. The most recent crisis to hit the industry was the melamine scandal, which erupted early in 2008 and had severe...more
Construction & Engineering: Global Industry Almanac is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Construction & Engineering industry. It includes detailed data on market size and segmentation, textual analysis...more
Getting lost on the road can be an absolute nightmare. Especially if your going to a meeting and are on a time schedule. If you've ever experienced this you'll be happy to know that there is a way for you to always find your way despite where you...more
Construction & Engineering: Global Industry Guide is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Construction & Engineering industry. It includes detailed data on market size and segmentation, textual analysis of...more
Serbia and Montenegro are only second in line to Croatia when it comes to internet usage across the Balkans, with around 45 per cent of the population having regular access to the internet. This figure is growing and with it, internet shopping and...more