Editor's note
Dell’s proposed EMC acquisition for $67 billion has repercussions throughout the IT world. The blockbuster deal covers server, storage, virtualization, security, networking, cloud, content management and end-point computing. Along with EMC, Dell is buying VMware, RSA Security, Pivotal and other EMC-held companies and technologies. The combination of giants is likely to bring about changes in all those areas, with possible ripple effects including more acquisitions and partnerships.
This guide is the one-stop place to read about the largest acquisition in technology history, with news, details of the transactions, reactions and analysis from all of TechTarget’s sites. We will continue to add updates through the expected closing date of mid-2016 and during the transition period.
This is the place to find out how the deal is likely to affect your area of expertise and the leading vendors in the data storage industry.
1What industry experts say
The Dell-EMC deal certainly has everyone talking. Get expert feedback from across the industry.
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How will Dell-EMC match up against HP?
With the recent EMC acquisition by Dell and HP's announcement of an upcoming split, IT pros weigh in on the future of the companies. Read Now
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Not everyone overjoyed by prospect of Dell-EMC
While observers are excited about Dell's acquisition of EMC, others in the industry are not as convinced. While the one-stop-shop model appeals to some, is it the right direction for IT? Read Now
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The risky nature of Dell's purchase
Dell's purchase could result in big benefits for enterprise customers. But will it succeed? Experts weigh in. Read Now
2What the EMC deal will mean for IT
There are many questions surrounding Dell's acquisition of EMC, from where the merger leaves VMware to what results Dell's partners are expecting. This section covers what's to come following the deal.
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Where does the EMC acquisition leave Documentum?
In the wake of the Dell-EMC deal, what will happen to some of Dell's struggling product lines? In the case of the enterprise content management product Documentum, the future is unclear. Read Now
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Channel companies hope to see expanded sales
Dell's EMC acquisition combines Dell's servers and midrange strength with EMC's high-end storage business, which could result in a positive impact on its partner base. Read Now
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"Casualties" of Dell-EMC likely to occur on Dell's side
On the storage side, Dell trailed EMC in the enterprise storage space. How will this affect the newly merged tech giants? Read Now
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How EMC acquisition affects VMware
When the acquisition was made, it was announced that VMware will remain its own publicly held company, independent from Dell and EMC. But over time, what changes may take place? Read Now