ALSO CALLED: Consolidation and Server Centralization DEFINITION: The reduction in the number of servers by combining different types of applications through a process of co-location of multiple servers at fewer locations. The most important part of a server consolidation initiative is the planning and analysis of end-user requirements, application requirements, and
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SERVER CONSOLIDATION DEFINITION (continued): … The reduction in the number of servers by combining different types of applications through a process of co-location of multiple servers at fewer locations. The most important part of a server consolidation initiative is the planning and analysis of end-user requirements, application requirements, and the server environment.Visit WhatIs.com - a knowledge exploration and self-education tool about information technology.
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