Linux.com: For PlanetOut's Network, Open's the Word

"Last year, PlanetOut.com was looking at a total revamp of its Solaris-based infrastructure. The company hired a new director of technology operations, Tom Cignarella, to deal with a glut of old hardware and an 'immature operating environment' that hadn't kept up with best practices. After a 50% server consolidation, Cignarella needed a reliable networking monitoring application. He found one in an open source product that fit the bill perfectly.

"PlanetOut.com consists of a network of Web sites that serve the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) community, including Gay.com, Advocate.com, and RSVPvacations.com..."

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