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Poster Sessions & Receptions

Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 5:45 p.m.–7:45+ p.m., Salon I/II/III
Thursday, February 17, 2011, 5:45 p.m.–7:45+ p.m., Salon I/II/III

Sponsored by NetApp

Check out the cool new ideas and the latest preliminary research on display at the Poster Sessions & Receptions. Take part in discussions with your colleagues over complimentary food and drinks. See the accepted posters.

Work-in-Progress Reports (WiPs)

Thursday, February 17, 2011, 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m., Salon IV/V/VI

WiPs are the traditional short (5-minute) talks that expose a new idea or project. See the accepted WiPs.

Birds-of-a-Feather Sessions (BoFs)

Tuesday, February 15, 2011, 7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 7:45 p.m.–11:45 p.m.
Thursday, February 17, 2011, 7:45 p.m.–11:45 p.m.


It's not too late to schedule a BoF! Stop by the USENIX Registration Desk to reserve a space for a BoF session. Rooms are available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. The always popular evening Birds-of-a-Feather sessions are very informal gatherings of persons interested in a particular topic. Check the BoF Boards in the registration area for the latest schedule and room locations. The schedule is also available here.

Want to demonstrate a new product or discuss your company's latest technologies with FAST attendees? Host a Vendor BoF! Email sponsorship@usenix.org for more information.

Tabletop Exhibits

Please visit our tabletop exhibits in the lobby to learn more about the latest in research and products, as well as career opportunities:


• Active Archive Alliance • IBM • SNIA
• Dell • Microsoft • SpectraLogic
• EMC • NetApp • SwiftTest
• Google • Rackspace • VMware

Social Activities

Meet the conference speakers and connect with your peers in the community.

Tuesday, February 15, 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Ballroom Foyer
Welcome Get-Together

Wednesday, February 16, 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m., Salon I/II/III
Conference Luncheon

Wednesday, February 16, 5:45 p.m.–7:45+ p.m., Salon I/II/III
Poster Session & Reception

Thursday, February 17, 5:45 p.m.–7:45+ p.m., Salon I/II/III
Poster Session & Reception
Sponsored by NetApp

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