Research tells us that mainframe-based networks are cheaper than their decentralised cousins. But mainframes aren't an option for most people. Tony Harrington examines the complex issues of ownership costs.
Faced with shrinking IT budgets and an anarchic infrastructure? You're not the only one. Today, it is crucial that businesses manage their systems better than ever before. The mainframe option - ...
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