Scribd
Upload
22 views15 pages

Emerging

Emerging

Uploaded by

Tayto
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
22 views15 pages

Emerging

Emerging

Uploaded by

Tayto
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 15

Debre Birhan University

College of Business & Economics


Department of Management

Introduction to Emerging Technologies


Assignment presentation on
Data center (DC)
By: Tayto Mindahun
ID. DBU150219
Section B
Presentation outlines

❖ Meaning of data center


❖ Evolution of data centers
❖ main components of datacenter
❖ Functions of data centers
❖ Working principle of data center
❖ Types of data centers
❖ Data center security
❖ conclusion
Introduction
❑ Data has become an inevitable and a very critical resource for organizations in the past few
years.
▪ The whole world operates and functions around data in the modern scenario.
▪ Therefore, it makes the storage of data an equally important requirement for its management and usage.
▪ A data center does the task of storing the data.

So, what is Data Center means?


Data Center (DC)
❑ Data Center (DC) is a physical location that stores computing machines and their related hardware
equipment.

▪ It contains the computing infrastructure that


IT systems require, such as servers, data
storage drives, and network equipment.

❑ Data Center is the physical facility that stores


any company’s digital data.
Data Center (DC)
▪ Generally, a data center is a centralized facility that houses computing and networking equipment for
the purpose of storing, processing, managing, and disseminating data and applications.

▪ It serves as the backbone of many modern IT


operations, providing critical infrastructure for
various digital services and applications.
Few examples of well-known data centers:

▪ International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)


▪ Microsoft Azure, often referred to as Azure, is a cloud
computing platform run by Microsoft.
Few examples of well-known data centers:
Evolution of data centers
i. Mainframe Era (1950s-1970s): Large mainframe computers in dedicated rooms for centralized
computing.
ii. Client-Server Era (1980s-1990s): Distributed computing with client (user)-server architecture and
Local area networks (LANs).
▪ Clients interacted with them.
iii. Internet Boom (1990s-2000s):The rise of the internet and e-commerce led to an explosion in data
center demand.
iv. Virtualization and Cloud Computing (2000s-present): Adoption of virtualization and cloud
technology, shifting to software-defined infrastructure.
v. Edge Computing (2010s-present): Distribution of smaller data centers closer to end-users for low-
latency processing.
vi. Renewable Energy and Sustainability (2010s-present): Emphasis on renewable energy sources and
energy-efficient designs.
vii. AI and Automation (present-future): Integration of AI and automation for optimizing operations and
efficiency
Main Components of a Datacenter
Server Racks: Cabinets designed to hold servers
and networking equipment.
Servers: Computers for storing, processing, and
managing data.
Cooling Units: Systems to maintain optimal
temperatures and prevent hardware failure.
Network Connections: Equipment for connecting
servers within the data center and to external
networks.

Backup Generator: Provides power during outages to ensure


continuous operation.
UPS Systems: Backup power supplies to protect against power
failures and fluctuations.
Security Systems: Cameras, access controls, and other measures to
protect the physical infrastructure and data.
Functions of Data Centers
1.Storage:
▪ Data centers store vast amounts of digital data, including files, databases, and application data.
2.Processing:
▪ They house servers and computing equipment to process data and execute computations for various
applications.
3.Connectivity:
▪ Data centers have networking infrastructure for internal communication and external connectivity to
the internet or private networks.
4.Scalability:
▪ Data centers are designed to grow and expand infrastructure to accommodate increasing demands.
5.Security
▪ They implement physical and cybersecurity measures to protect data and infrastructure from
unauthorized access and breaches.
6.Disaster Recovery:
▪ Data centers have backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity in
emergencies.
How do data centers work?
❑ Data centers work by consolidating and managing various components of computing infrastructure to store,
process, and distribute data and applications effectively.

1. Receiving Data: Data centers receive data from users, devices, or external sources.
2. Processing: Data undergoes processing within the data center's servers and computing infrastructure,
where it's analyzed, transformed, or used to run applications.
3. Storage: Processed data is stored in storage devices within the data center.
4. Retrieval: When needed, data is retrieved from storage and delivered back to users or applications upon
request.
5. Network Connectivity: Data centers are connected to networks to facilitate data transmission to and
from external systems and users.
6. Virtualization and Resource Allocation: Virtualization technology maximizes resource utilization by
running multiple virtual machines or containers on physical servers.
7. Security Measures: Data centers implement physical and cybersecurity measures to protect data and
infrastructure from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
8. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Data centers maintain backup copies of data and have disaster
Types of data centers

▪ Enterprise data centers are typically constructed and


used by a single organization for their own internal
purposes. These are common among tech giants.
▪ Colocation data centers function as a kind of rental
property where the space and resources of a data center
are made available to the people willing to rent it.

▪ Managed service data centers offer aspects such as data storage, computing, and other services as a third
party, serving customers directly.
▪ Cloud data centers are distributed and are sometimes offered to customers with the help of a third-party
managed service provider.
Data Center Security

▪ Data center security is the practice of applying security


controls to the data center.
▪ The goal is to protect it from threats that could
compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of
business information assets or intellectual property.

▪ Data center security follows the workload across physical data


centers and multicloud environments to protect applications,
infrastructure, data, and users.

▪ Data centers contain the majority of information assets and intellectual property. These are the primary
focus of all targeted attacks, and therefore require a high level of security.
Conclusion

❑ In conclusion, a data center is a centralized facility crucial for storing, processing, and
managing data for various applications and users. Its main parts include servers, storage
devices, networking equipment, and security measures. The primary function of a data
center is to provide reliable and scalable infrastructure for data storage, processing, and
connectivity. However, security issues are prevalent, with risks including unauthorized
access, data breaches, and cyber threats, prompting the implementation of robust
physical and cybersecurity measures to safeguard data and infrastructure integrity.
End of presentation

Thank you!

You might also like