On 2 Aug 2007 07:52:37 -0700, in bit.listserv.ibm-main you wrote: >Poll question of the day: How one goes about determining a good "distance" >between 2 data centers. >One which is primary and one which could be used as a DR site.
Consider what disasters might befall that might require activating the backup. Blizzards, hurricanes, and power outages can cover large areas. Use Katrina as an example. Your backup system can be in an economically remote site as well, saving considerable money. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For IBM-MAIN subscribe / signoff / archive access instructions, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: GET IBM-MAIN INFO Search the archives at http://bama.ua.edu/archives/ibm-main.html

