P2P has a bad rap. Many associate the initialism with stealing content, not legitimately distributing it. Even more frustrating for those involved in the networking field is that file sharing is only one of the many interesting things one can do with a network of distributed computers. To work around the stereotype, many players have taken to referring to their P2P technologies using different terms. Content distribution networks being one of them.

I recently read an interesting article in the ACM entitled Seven Habits of Highly Effective Technology Leaders by Stephen Andriole.  Stephen outlines seven habits – or best practices – that define successful technology leadership. I was pleased to see how aligned we are in our thinking, and how many we practice internally.  How many do you?Based on a study he’s been conducting since 2001, below is his list of best practices.