Meet DC: Your guide to the world of data centres
Ever wondered how your online activities like emailing or gaming happen so smoothly?
Say hello to ‘DC,’ your friendly guide here to show you the vital role data centres play in keeping our digital world connected
DC’s mission is simple: to make data centres easy to understand and relatable for everyone.
Watch DC explain what data centres are, how they work and why they’re so essential to everything we do online.
Surprising facts about data centres you might not know
Our independent research shows that despite data centres being crucial to our daily digital lives, many people in the UK don’t fully understand them. Here’s what the public gets right, and wrong, about the role of data centres:
of UK consumers don’t know what a data centre is
are unaware of the vast scope of people, apps and data they support
of people don’t consider data centres critical to enabling remote work
Watch DC explain what data centres are, how they work and why they’re so essential to everything we do online.
Mark Pestridge
“We have developed the character ‘DC’ to help the UK public understand the critical activities taking place in data centres and inspire young people to consider careers in this exciting field.”
Executive Vice President & General Manager
Did you know data centres are integral to national stability?
Data centres in the UK are classified as critical national infrastructure, joining the ranks of emergency services, healthcare systems, and energy and water supplies. This means they will receive additional government support during major incidents, such as cyber-attacks, IT outages or extreme weather, to keep essential online services running smoothly.
Online banking
Data centres support secure transactions and real-time access to your account.
Healthcare services
Powering digital health records and telemedicine services.
Remote work
Keeping virtual meetings, emails and cloud-based tools running smoothly.
Social media
Enabling seamless sharing, messaging and content creation across apps.
Driving awareness for a stronger data centre industry
At Telehouse, we’re committed to raising awareness about the crucial role data centres play in our digital lives, while working to build a more resilient and connected future.
We believe that knowledge is key to growth, which is why we’re actively engaging with schools, colleges, and universities. Through interactive tours, educational sessions, and events, we’re sparking interest in the data centre industry and inspiring the next generation of professionals.
By bridging the knowledge gap and promoting careers in this essential sector, we’re helping to strengthen the data centre industry for the future.
Watch the video to see how Telehouse is leading the way in educating the public and shaping the future of this critical field.
