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The entire online world is run by data centers. If you think about it, Americans spend on average 4 to 5 hours on the Internet per day, if not more -- using sites like Facebook and Google. Behind these mammoth sites is massive computing power, operated out of the world's most secure locations, strategically located around the globe -- optimizing speed and performance across the web. What does it take to run a data center? How big are they? And, where are they located? This infographc from Wikibon explains in greater detail.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on May 21, 2012 in News & Discussion

The DS Team has tracked 7 companies that merged, received funding, or were acquired in the month of April 2012. The list includes companies from the following software verticals: Business Intelligence & Analytics, Education & Collaborative Learning Platforms, Content Management & Engagement, Telecom, Marketing Automation, and Customer Service.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on May 06, 2012 in News & Discussion

I've noticed lately that the team here at DS has been focusing on Infographic content because it is more engaging and such a simple way to display data. Since there are so many great infographics to choose from, I thought I would choose the 10 best focused on B2B Business.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on May 02, 2012 in News & Discussion

Hey SMBs how you spending your money on Social Media? Historically small to medium-sized businesses have spent more on advertising than on marketing. Obviously things have changed. Facebook is proving to be the most beneficial, showing the most ROI, with YouTube in last place. This infographic goes into further detail.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Apr 27, 2012 in News & Discussion
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Apr 19, 2012 in News & Discussion
Cloud-based webinar and video technology provider BrightTALK™is now offering the opportunity to upload videos alongside webinars, distribute the content and capture insight in one powerful integrated platform. Through simple self-service uploads, BrightTALK™ Channel owners will be able to leverage content they have already developed to gain a deep understanding of new audiences of business professionals who use video to self-educate and make decisions online.
 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Mar 29, 2012 in News & Discussion
pj-logoPromoJam, a social marketing platform for the enterprise that allows businesses to create campaigns across Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, LinkedIn, Tumblr, and Myspace, has raised $1.2 million in Series A funding.  The funding round was led by NYC-based Golden Seeds, and Band of Angels.

The L.A.-based company, which was started in 2008 has grown to serve social promotions to over 10 million users. NBC Universal, Clear Channel Radio, Hearst Publications, HitFix, Rock The ote, Expedia, Avon, Warner Brothers Music Group, BlackBerry, Paramount Pictures, The North Face, and Rihanna are just some of PromoJam's customers.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Mar 26, 2012 in News & Discussion

Companies broadcast their brand relentlessly, celebrities have tried to kick the habit, college students have copped to social media addiction. New research shows that people may have a harder time resisting Twitter than alcohol, sleep and sex.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Mar 19, 2012 in News & Discussion

Apps have hit the mainstream and are now part of our everyday life. App development has created 466,000 jobs across all available platforms. This infographic created by Frugal Dad highlights the extreme growth of apps.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Mar 14, 2012 in News & Discussion

1.  It's Hard To Find Great Cloud Developers. Here's How To Find One [Flow Chart]


Its one thing to have an idea and another to execute it. I know personally that it is hard to get the right developer for your project idea or start-up. Here's a chart that shows a path to hiring a great developer.

 
Monica McLane
Monica McLane on Mar 05, 2012 in News & Discussion