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Simon Mitchell is the executive director of LinuxIT, a UK-based Open Source specialist. He creates and delivers sales strategy heading up the field and internal sales, renewals and sales administration teams. You can read more of Simon's articles about open source software by subscribing to the LinuxIT blog here. You can also find him on Google+ and Twitter.

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Ten Tips on Linux Systems Management for SysAdmins [Slideshare]

By Simon Mitchell, Published February 7, 2013

Replace chaos with predictability and cover yourself in glory. This advice follows Best Practice Linux Systems Management methodologies and can be undertaken in-house or by a specialist partner. 01. Perform... read more

Bust the Dams: Why Aren’t You Getting the Most Out of Your Linux Deployments?

By Simon Mitchell, Published January 24, 2013

Are you either deploying or planning a Linux implementation in your organisation? Then stop for a moment – learn how to avoid and circumvent known issues and find out how to... read more

Don’t Leave the Gate Open: Essential Advice for Securing Your Linux Server Environments

By Simon Mitchell, Published December 27, 2012

A look at how you can ensure that your Linux enterprise servers are always secure and robust. Open Source doesn’t have to mean complex management of highly customised systems. Don’t leave... read more

Where Does Linux Fit with Your IT Department Structure?

By Simon Mitchell, Published December 13, 2012

Most of us would like to win the lottery. Money is no longer an issue and suddenly our quality of life goes through the roof. But winning the lottery is... read more

Systems Management Best Practice: Harnessing the FCAPS Model

By Simon Mitchell, Published December 6, 2012

If the unprecedented and accelerating proliferation of Linux servers within the market is mirrored within your organisation, you may already, or certainly will at some point, find them unmanageable unless you... read more

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Houses Built on Sand: The Importance of a Reliable Linux Server Estate [SLIDESHARE]

By Simon Mitchell, Published November 22, 2012

Best practice Linux architectures and systems management are crucial to ensure that failure rates are kept to a minimum and you benefit fully from the advantages associated with Linux. Without them,... read more

Avoid the Worst: Disaster Recovery Options in Linux

By Simon Mitchell, Published November 13, 2012

This article examines the disaster recovery options that are available in Linux and why it’s your key insurance policy for business continuity. Every organisation needs a disaster recovery plan and... read more

Five More Common Myths Around Open Source Adoption [Slideshare]

By Simon Mitchell, Published October 30, 2012

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In a follow up to our blog ‘Five common myths about Open Source’, we analyse five further misconceptions which endure around Open Source software. There are numerous myths out there... read more

The Get Well Plan: How to Integrate Legacy Systems with Open Source Software [FLIPBOOK]

By Simon Mitchell, Published October 23, 2012

Legislation and regulatory burdens are increasing on some industries; how can you manage legacy systems while integrating them with new technology? Sectors like financial services are facing an increasing burden... read more

The Death of Microsoft Exchange [FLIP BOOK]

By Simon Mitchell, Published September 28, 2012

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The growth of Cloud computing could mean the end of Microsoft Exchange and client-based computing. This article offers some Open Source alternatives for you to choose from. Microsoft Exchange’s market share is being... read more

More Ridiculous IT Service Desk Requests

By Simon Mitchell, Published September 19, 2012

We bring you more in our series ‘101 most ridiculous IT Service requests’. What’s that? More ridiculous IT service desk requests? Further proof that when offered microchips, some will always... read more

How to Guide: Server, Desktop and Storage Virtualisation with Linux

By Simon Mitchell, Published September 11, 2012

This article discusses why organisations virtualise their server environments, Cloud and whether Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization (RHEV) or VMware is the best option. Organisations virtualise their server environments to rationalise... read more

You’re So Linux and You Don’t Even Know It: Why OS Rules the Mobile Phone and Tablet Market [ANIMATION]

By Simon Mitchell, Published August 30, 2012

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People use mobiles and mobile devices all the time, but some people don’t know that many of them now use Linux and Open Source software. This is making proprietary software... read more

Time to Shine: Why Desktop Linux is Taking Over

By Simon Mitchell, Published August 22, 2012

Microsoft Windows has long been the operating system of choice for corporate level desktop PCs, but times change. There are a number of drivers that are pushing Linux into the... read more

Insight into Linux-Based Enterprise Communications

By Simon Mitchell, Published July 21, 2012

Let’s talk: how to help your team share more with Linux-based communication tools Communication and collaboration are crucial to business success; and can be improved when supported by Open Source enterprise unified... read more

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