Linkage : Physical Security, More Euro Deals

19 Ways to Build Physical Security into a Data Center: CSO Magazine takes a thorough look at the specifics of hardening a facility against an attack. Not all of these may seem essential or necessary, but they're worth considering. Many were not part of the planning process prior to 9-11, but were mandatory for big ticket clients afterwards. Many empty facilities went unleased because they couldn't meet some of these criteria, especially on setbacks.

Web Host TeleCity Consolidates With Redbus Buy: A comprehensive look at a European deal from Philbert Shih at Web Host Industry Review. A summary: "The colocation market in Europe underwent a major consolidation earlier this month with TeleCity entering into an agreement to buy rival Redbus Interhouse in an all-stock transaction."