Interactive Ideas Reseller Guide Issue 1: 2011

Q&A Novell End User Computing Solutions Sarah Newport Partner Executive Distribution Novells Sarah Newport talks about End User Computing solutions and how Novell is accelerating a smooth migration to Microsoft Windows 7 using Novell ZENworks. may be developed in-house or, if web- based, may require older browsers for users to access. ZENworks Application Virtualization provides a solution that enables the incompatible and/or troublesome applications to survive the migration and function in the new world! ZENworks Application Virtualization reduces the costs, complexity and time delays associated with application compatibility testing and management, while maintaining endpoint security. It make security decisions or adjust settings. With this product, the threat of an employee introducing a virus or unauthorised copying of data via USB flash drives becomes a thing of the past! Q Is there a simple mechanism to help me ensure that all of my new Windows 7 desktops have the latest security patches? A: Sure. ZENworks Patch Management helps customers automatically and accurately assess security risks, patch against the latest security threats and demonstrate compliance to auditors. Enterprise-wide monitoring maintains patch compliance throughout the entire enterprise. Coupled with ZENworks Application Virtualisation, the risk of updates breaking applications is minimised dramatically. Q: What is End User Computing? A: End User Computing (EUC) is the business unit at Novell which encompasses a range of different products dealing with the end user. It comprises of collaboration based products and also the Novell ZENworks suite which deals with the discovery, configuration, deployment and management of workstations and handheld devices. Q: How should I go about planning the Windows 7 migration project? A: ZENworks Asset management provides a clear, accurate and up-to-date accounting of the hardware and software youre running in your environment. It is the best- in-class solution to analyse and asses the task at hand, as well as to help develop the plan for your migration project. Q: What tools do Novell offer for the configuration and deployment of Windows 7 desktops? A: ZENworks Configuration Management features a unique policy-based approach to automate software setup, updates, endpoint security, healing and desktop migration. And with over a decade of proven experience in migration solutions, ZENworks Configuration Management will perform the migration and manage it intelligently forever more. Q: Should I be worried about compatibility issues for enterprise applications? A: Not at all. Novell understands that a large number of enterprise applications Provides a clear, accurate and up-to- date accounting of the hardware and software youre running allows you to turn your Windows, .NET and Java-based applications into self-contained applications in minutes for pain-free deployment via the Web, USB keys or your desktop management infrastructure. Q: How can I be certain that workstations are safe from threats such as data theft? A: ZENworks Endpoint Security Management combines endpoint security solutions under a single, easy-to-use console. It delivers a scalable and simple method for creating, distributing, enforcing and monitoring security policies on endpoint devices, without forcing users to For more information For more information about how Interactive Ideas and Novell can help you deliver a profitable Windows 7 Migration talk with your account manager or visit www. testdriveinteractive.co www.testdriveinteractiv 0208 805 2999 12 Issue 1: 2011 er resell uide g solution INSIDEÓ Discover the latest technologies for physical, virtual and cloud based IT infrastructures p21 RHEL 6 Interactive p16 New: Acronis p10 pull-out guide sign Cyberoam Online back-up Your complete guide to this innovative new Enterprise Linux system Get t Introduction Marketing Director Michael Breeze Thanks to Acronis, Red Hat, Solarwinds, Novell, Enterprise DB, Cyberoam, Incontinuum, Adam Nash, Walli Datoo, Shane Herath, Andy Miles and Karen Williams. For more information contact Karen Williams 020 8805 2999 karenw interactiveideas.com Interactive Interactive Ideas Service Vendor Relationships: added approach gives you access to: proactive, technically knowledgable A account management team. pecialist vendor product managers S that provide on-demand support to give you prompt replies to your technical and sales enquiries and assistance in News & Events Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 New release promises to set standards for the next decade R ed Hat Enterprise Linux has been renowned for its reliability and performance for almost a decade, and now the latest release promises to set entirely new standards for server operating systems. Vers News & Events SolarWinds scoops awards IT management software wins major magazine honours events T he Orion suite of products from Microsofts offering had previously held SolarWinds has scooped four for four consecutive years. top awards from the prestigious Josh Stevens, SolarWinds VP Redmond Magaz Q&A Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Aram Kananov Red Hat Product Marketing Manager EMEA, Platform & Cloud With the launch of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 and changes to the pricing model, we talk to Aram Kananov, the EMEA Platform & Cloud Product Marketing Manager, about whats new... them more choi Q&A EnterpriseDB Introduction to EnterpriseDB Sandor Klein EnterpriseDB Managing Director Europe, Middle East and Africa. Proving the strength of open source options in todays increasingly competitive environment, these are exciting times for EnterpriseDB, as EMEA MD Sandor Klein explains. class ope Q&A Acronis Acronis launches online backup David Blackman, General Manager, Acronis, Northern Europe When used in conjunction with Acronis Backup & Recovery 10, Acronis new online offering gives users the security and peace of mind of having an automatic off-site backup. ccess to your backups from Q1 2011 Promotions - UK Acronis is delighted to announce a range of exciting new promotions to help you drive incremental revenue with Acronis backup and recovery solutions. These promotions are available to all partners till 31 st March 2011. For more information about the promotions and Acronis so Q&A Novell End User Computing Solutions Sarah Newport Partner Executive Distribution Novells Sarah Newport talks about End User Computing solutions and how Novell is accelerating a smooth migration to Microsoft Windows 7 using Novell ZENworks. may be developed in-house or, if web- based, may require Q&A Solarwinds The Failover Engine Adam Nash SolarWinds Product Manager, Interactive Ideas SolarWinds have now implemented a tried and tested robust failover module to the Orion suite taking the solution to the next level as a true enterprise class monitoring solution. Performance Monitor NPM, the N See why 93,000+ customers trust SolarWinds products to manage their networks. Are you a Network Reseller? Do you sell to network engineers or administators? SolarWinds products are ideal for you and your customers who appreciate easy-to-use networking products that are cost-effective and simply to m Q&A Cyberoam Meet Cyberoam... Kunal Popat General Manager, Business Development, Cyberoam Interactive Ideas security offering has been complemented with the addition of Cyberoams Unified Threat Management Appliance series. Kunal Popat tells us more... Q: Youve won a few awards, what sets you apart f How confident are you of your Network Security? Cyberoam is one of the most comprehensive network security devices. It simply combines gateway Firewall, VPN, Anti-spam, Anti- virus, intrusion prevention, bandwidth management and URL filtering on a single platform; justifying its claim of Unified Thr Q&A InContinuum Meet InContinuum... Phillip Hyde InContinuum CEO Phillip Hyde from InContinuum talks us through their innovative cloud product, CloudController, and explains why every Reseller should include it in their portfolio... Q: How does CloudController differ from other cloud products out on !#$& ()*+,&-./&012& 2,3124,35& !#$& (#)*+ ! Award-winning CloudController bridges the gap between the corporate data center and back-office providing business process workflows that simplify the complete range of tasks required to automate and control the configuration, delivery, use and billing of