Data centers may appear unassuming from the outside, but inside, they hold the infrastructure that makes our digital world work. As the volume of data increases, it’s becoming one of the most valuable resources in the modern world. More storage and processing power are needed, so the data center industry is growing. AI and edge computing are also driving a need for more data centers around the world. High-performance data centers like Equinix IBX® data centers house compute, storage and networking equipment, as well as power and cooling systems. They also serve as a neutral meeting place for the world’s…

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