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managed services

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An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality level or keeping the software up-to-date.

For example, an ISP that hosts a Web site typically offers managed services. If the Web server goes down, the ISP would be responsible for restoring it. In contrast, a co-location agreement with an ISP would house the Web servers, but the ISP would not be responsible for its maintenance and repair. See MSP, managed solution, co-location and Web hosting.



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One-third of the 322 organizations surveyed - all current users of managed services - said they plan to invest or upgrade their spending in managed security services in 2007.
Security, Storage and Recovery Are Top Priorities for IT Managed ... by Business Wire
The CompTIA Managed Services Summit is scheduled for May 1-3 in San Diego, Calif.
CompTIA Events in 2007 to Focus on New Business Opportunities for IT ... by Business Wire
Key areas of focus in 2007 will include the development of new best practices tools for solution providers delivering managed services; educational programs, events and networking opportunities for professionals working with managed services; and research aimed at helping solution providers find the right opportunities for their managed services offerings.
CompTIA Expands Managed Services Initiatives by Business Wire
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