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Presence and purpose
Welcome to the October issue of Network Communications News . Following the former editor Michael Crane ’ s recent departure for pastures new , I have stepped in to ‘ steady the ship ’ and oversee the next couple of issues of NCN . Some readers may already know me as the editor of NCN ’ s stablemate Data Centre News , and I have of course served time as assistant editor for this publication .
The special feature this month focuses on Switches and Routers , with a detailed look on page 26 at how smart switches can help companies manage networks easier , written by Paul Routledge of D-Link , plus a round up of the latest switches and routers on the market on page 28 .
During my time relatively short time in the industry I have packed in quite a few data centre tours ( another one coming up next week ). Being completely new to the industry when I began here six years ago I didn ’ t have a great deal of knowledge of what a data centre actually did . However , thanks to the huge advancements in IT , the ‘ average Joe ’ is becoming more aware of their presence and purpose . On page Jack Bedell- Pearce of 4D identifies data centres as the ‘ unsung heroes ’ of the tech revolution . They are perhaps not always the most interesting pieces of architecture ( inside and out ), but as the world gradually cottons on to the reality that it couldn ’ t function without them , I am sure their praises will be sung soon enough .
Russell Drury Interim editor
Cloud computing & virtualisation
The November issue of Network Communications News will contain a major feature on cloud computing & virtualisation as well as its regular range of features and news items .
It will comprise a major article and a comprehensive product round up which will be used as a reference point by network cabling infrastructure installers , integrators and end users .
To make sure you don ’ t miss the opportunity to advertise your products to this exclusive readership , call Francesca on 01634 673163 or email francesca @ allthingsmedialtd . com