Microsoft wants to put data centers at the bottom of the sea

Posted on 01/02/2016 by Nick Summers

Microsoft is on a mission to put its server farms at the bottom of the ocean. That might sound self-destructive, but there's method in the madness -- such an approach, the company believes, could make data centers faster, greener and easier to set up...

Google takes us inside their data centers, shows you where the internet lives (video)

Posted on 17/10/2012 by Daniel Cooper

Ever fancied a look inside one of Google's cavernous server farms? Given the security issues, the company isn't likely to just let anyone mooch around -- but understands if you're curious. That's why it's adding a special collection to its Street View data that lets you wander inside without a big trek to Iowa, Belgium or Finland. If you'd like to sample some of the delights, you can check out our gallery or head down past the break to get a video tour of the facility in Lenoir, NC.

Gallery: Inside Google’s Data Centers