How much do you really know about how a data center works? If you are interested in learning more about data center services and data center installation, then tune in to watch this helpful video.
Did you know in the U.S there are about 3 million data centers? That means there is a data center per 100 people. Now, let’s get into how data center software works. When you make a google search or watch a youtube video, you are getting a response in a fraction of a second.
This is possible because your message travels over the internet and through google’s global fiber network. It is then converged at one of the many data center power distribution units.
So what is a data center exactly? It is a building with powerful computers used to run a business’s data center software, processing information and making it available. In these computers, data is stored, managed, and disseminated. The network infrastructure is installed to support databases and web apps. Depending on the size of your organization, you might start with your own moderate building with a few server racks. With your own building, you will need to maintain these systems, pay for cooling costs, and handle high demand.