Like a net, isn’t a grid full of holes?

There are a few companies who claim they are as good as the technology that has existed in the System i family for many years. This is always good for a laugh.

Often, it is about 64 bit computing. Sometimes it is about reliability. This year, we find this new attempt:

Oracle Grid Computing
Runs faster. Costs less. And never breaks.
For over 40 years, the mainframe has been the leader in computer performance and reliability. But now there’s the Oracle Grid, a group of low-cost servers connected by Oracle software. Runs applications faster than the fastest mainframe. If a server fails, the mainframe stops while the grid just keeps running. The Oracle Grid. Runs faster, costs less and never breaks.

And now for your enjoyment, a comparison of what was and what should be.
First, turn your sound up to a decent level (this is safe for your office).

Watch this:
original tv ad
(RealPlayer format)
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Then, watch this:
suggested replacement tv ad
(Flash format)

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