This document focuses on Google’s overall security posture, detailing the technical and organizational controls in place to protect user data across Google services. It explains the security culture at Google, including the role of the dedicated security team and collaboration with the research community. Topics include vulnerability management, malware prevention,…

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of Google Cloud’s security and compliance posture. It covers the organizational and technical controls Google implements to protect customer data, including encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and vulnerability management. It also details Google’s compliance with international standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, SOC…

This document provides an overview of how security is designed into Google’s technical infrastructure. It describes the physical security of data centers, hardware design and provenance, identity management, and the security of inter-service communications. It details how Google protects data at rest and in transit, covering the operational security practices…

This HPE Labs white paper introduces Swarm Learning, a decentralized machine learning solution that uses edge computing and blockchain technology to enable peer-to-peer collaboration. It explains how this approach allows organizations to share AI model insights without sharing the sensitive source data itself, preserving privacy and data sovereignty. The document…

This white paper provides an overview of a scalable, highly available, and load-balanced architecture for a VMware Horizon Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solution tailored for retailers. It leverages Dell VxRail hyperconverged infrastructure and VPLEX for active-active data centers. The architecture addresses business challenges such as remote workforce expansion, operational resiliency,…

This white paper describes the features and capabilities of a Dell Validated Design for Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform 4.10. It outlines a scalable reference architecture utilizing Dell PowerEdge servers, Dell PowerSwitch networking, and Dell storage systems (PowerMax, PowerStore, PowerScale, and PowerFlex). The document covers deployment topologies ranging from single-node…

This white paper details Google Cloud’s commitments to data privacy, transparency, and trust. It explains the fundamental premise that customers own their data, and outlines how Google protects that data throughout its lifecycle. Topics include data encryption, managing Google’s access to data (Access Transparency), government data requests, and independent third-party…

This white paper describes the benefits of implementing security policies in vSphere-based environments using the VMware NSX plug-in for vCenter. It demonstrates how to simplify wizard-assisted processes to deploy distributed firewalls and configure secured, virtualized applications on Dell HCI platforms. The document targets customers looking to deploy NSX Distributed Firewall…

This white paper provides guidance for entities subject to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards. It explains how Google Cloud Platform and Google Workspace can support compliance with requirements for securing the Bulk Electric System (BES). The document maps Google Cloud security controls to…

Compares three-year total cost of ownership for an SAP HANA and S/4HANA landscape running on Dell EMC VxRail hyperconverged infrastructure versus deployment on AWS public cloud. The paper outlines sizing assumptions, architectures, and commercial inputs, then presents findings on cost, performance, and operational considerations to help customers choose the most…

This IDC white paper, sponsored by Lenovo, analyzes the growing adoption of Augmented Reality (AR) in enterprise environments. Based on a survey of IT decision-makers, it explores current use cases, benefits, and challenges of deploying AR hardware and software. The report highlights how AR improves real-time collaboration, worker efficiency, and…

This white paper provides a model-based approach to managing edge computing in smart manufacturing environments. It discusses how to avoid fragmented islands of infrastructure and data by adopting integrated edge management, thereby reducing operational complexity and security risk. The document offers practical guidance on aligning enterprise strategy with edge deployments…