At the same time, the Oracle device-to-data center platform ensures security from the data center down to devices.

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Oracle provides a complete, integrated, and yet open device-to-data center platform that allows partners to capitalize on the myriad of new opportunities that the world of connected devices is bringing about.

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From embedded Java on devices, up to Oracle engineered systems in the data center and Big Data analytical tools, Oracle provides a practical device-to-data center platform that makes it easy for organizations to collect, store, manage, and efficiently analyze data collected via connected devices.

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First, HDS has what it calls an Infrastructure Cloud, which serves as a platform for data center convergence, including integrated data management.

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OpenText has built a rock-solid platform that leverages its security and data center infrastructure.

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Integrating the PGP key management platform into the Symantec Protection Center will further enhance the management of endpoint security, data loss prevention and gateway security products, which are also integrated with Symantec Protection Center, allowing customers to more seamlessly protect information.

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Infrastructure-as-a-Service and Platform-as-a-Service offerings can also provide quick, low-cost access to data center resources for software development and prototyping.

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