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• 5 steps to achieve network infrastructure modernization

  All networks may be different, but companies have similar goals when they look to upgrade their network infrastructures. Assessing current designs is just the first step. Continue Reading

• IPaaS vs. API management: Why the enterprise needs both

  Enterprise iPaaS and API management integrate applications and data, but it's not a choice of one or the other. Here's why you probably need both, and why planning is necessary. Continue Reading

• 5 ways to write maintainable automation code

  Development teams can ensure the automation code they write is maintainable if they're careful about their tooling and the processes they adhere to. Consider the five rules below. Continue Reading

• Best practices for enterprise image data storage

  Digital document images consume an ever-growing amount of storage space. Here's a look at several ways to store images efficiently and cost-effectively. Continue Reading

• 4 UX analysis methods that ensure optimal user experiences

  UX analysis ensures users will have smooth experiences. Use these four methods to analyze a UX. Learn what each method entails, when to deploy them and who performs each analysis. Continue Reading

• Mobile app security best practices for 4 vulnerability types

  Adequate mobile app security must assess various dimensions of software, including each OS's best practices, traffic and API calls, data storage and source code.Continue Reading

• Decentralized cloud storage: What you need to know

  Decentralized storage in the cloud could help protect against cyberattacks, among other benefits. Explore the uses for this emerging technology, plus some of its challenges.Continue Reading

• Enterprise RF spectrum management best practices

  Effective spectrum management requires coordination from company departments to follow certain policies before introducing wireless devices to the enterprise.Continue Reading

• Use AWS Glue workflows to convert semistructured data

  New to AWS Glue? Learn about the tool and how to incorporate it into DevOps workflows with examples that look at data transformation and machine learning.Continue Reading

• Why and how to implement NVMe power management

  Understand how to use NVMe built-in power management features to conserve energy, manage heat and, in the case of mobile devices, extend operating times.Continue Reading

• 3 ways to maximize business process automation benefits

  As business automation continues to take the enterprise by storm, there are a few ways software teams can better prepare themselves to confidently kick-start BPA initiatives.Continue Reading

• How to build a CI/CD pipeline -- with examples

  Ready to set up a CI/CD pipeline? Follow these general steps, with guidance toward specific examples depending upon your own specific needs and resources.Continue Reading

• How to address 5 common CI/CD implementation challenges

  CI/CD removes the manual steps involved when you create and install application code. Address these CI/CD challenges and ease the flow of your software pipeline.Continue Reading

• Fortify Docker image security with these 5 tips

  Docker images are complex by many measures, but strengthened security alleviates plenty of worry during runtime. Implement these best practices to fortify images.Continue Reading

• Get started on AWS with this developer tutorial for beginners

  Kick-start your AWS cloud developer journey with this breakdown of essential services, deployment options and other cloud basics you'll need to get started.Continue Reading

• How to prepare networks for the return to office

  Network teams should evaluate their UC strategies, VPN capacity and even air conditioning requirements as employees start to return to office environments.Continue Reading

• A quick rundown of multi-runtime microservices architecture

  Learn the basics about a multi-runtime architecture, and the two-component approach it takes to provide a standard for abstracted microservice-messaging processes.Continue Reading

• 6 ways to harness test automation in a CI/CD pipeline

  Effective automated checks in CI/CD help minimize and mitigate bugs and keep software builds and deployments running on time. Try these practical tips in your pipeline.Continue Reading

• How to integrate Active Directory and vCenter Server

  Admins who connect AD with vCenter Server can grant users authorization for and access to VMs, storage and compute resources in vSphere. To do so, follow these configuration steps.Continue Reading

• Flow efficiency is one of the trickiest DevOps metrics

  Let's take a look at what it takes to measure flow efficiency, how it can help DevOps teams improve development practices and why it's not an easy metric to track.Continue Reading

• What are 3 encryption for cloud storage best practices?

  There are several different methods to cloud storage encryption. These best practices for encryption can help improve security of important cloud data.Continue Reading

• The CMDB-cloud pairing isn't as irrelevant as it seems

  CMDBs have made IT admins' lives easier through their store of information. Learn why CMDBs are still a reliable tool for service management, despite the surge in cloud adoption.Continue Reading

• How to use GitHub vRA integration to keep track of blueprints

  VMware vRA Cloud Assembly supports integration with a GitHub respository. Use this setup to maintain version control of vRA deployments.Continue Reading

• Prepare to train AI models for IT Ops non-stop

  Algorithms have the potential to revolutionize IT organizations with carefully deployed models. Explore the learning approaches needed to successfully implement and maneuver these AI deployments.Continue Reading

• Experts raise privacy concerns over Amazon fleet surveillance

  Amazon said its van monitoring system is designed solely for driver safety. But many industry experts have concerns regarding the program and its wider privacy implication.Continue Reading

• Feature toggles: A simple fix for complex release cycles

  While development teams should always strive to improve app functionality, unchecked collections of feature releases can quickly cause trouble. Feature toggles may be the answer.Continue Reading

• Be selective with Kubernetes RBAC permissions

  Kubernetes RBAC has some vital best practices that save IT teams frustration and consternation. This brief tutorial takes you through new role creation to permissions management.Continue Reading

• Network capacity planning best practices for return to office

  As workers grow comfortable enough to return to the office, network teams will need to plan in advance to make sure the network is ready and ensure proper performance.Continue Reading

• Azure MFA NPS extension boosts authentication capabilities

  With help from the Network Policy Server extension, organizations can expand their on-premises authentication features by tapping into Microsoft's cloud.Continue Reading

• Azure File Sync service puts pep in hybrid storage setups

  Microsoft's Azure Files offering alleviates traditional support efforts and hardware costs. Using this additional service can improve performance and keep end users happy.Continue Reading

• Use these metrics to manage availability

  Learn about uptime availability metrics that are critical to meeting business goals for your organization's systems and applications. Then, see how to put them into action.Continue Reading

• Using a business rules engine to streamline decision-making

  Get to know some of the details behind a business rules engine, particularly the automated approach it takes to handling critical, rules-based decisions.Continue Reading

• Modern network infrastructure design taps security, flexibility

  As workers return to office settings, organizations may have to update their on-premises network infrastructure design to improve scalability and connectivity.Continue Reading

• VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud optimizes edge device connectivity

  VMware's SD-WAN product provides optimized edge device connectivity to deliver workloads and data to end users, but a few issues dampen its benefits.Continue Reading

• How cloud-based network monitoring tools expand visibility

  Organizations have become even more distributed and virtual in the wake of COVID-19. Cloud-based network monitoring is well suited to keep tabs on network performance.Continue Reading

• Best practices for VPN traffic monitoring

  VPNs are still a critical part of many enterprise remote access strategies. Networks teams that monitor VPN traffic should look at factors like application usage and overhead.Continue Reading

• 5 basic steps for effective cloud network security

  In hybrid infrastructures, old network security systems won't work. Enterprises must adopt effective cloud network security strategies to keep their assets safe.Continue Reading

• 5 bad practices that lead to insecure APIs in cloud computing

  API security often feels complicated. However, your IT team will go a long way in securing its services if it avoids these common pitfalls in API design and implementation.Continue Reading

• Black network engineers juggle building networks, being seen

  2020 didn't transform diversity and inclusion in companies, according to some Black network engineers. But diversity in their careers and networks goes beyond hiring practices.Continue Reading

• Perform a network health check with network testing

  Network engineers can use myriad network testing approaches to ensure their networks are efficient and reliable. The key is incorporating them into a regular maintenance cycle.Continue Reading

• Stay in control with Azure AD Privileged Identity Management

  Rampant use of elevated privileges can prove hazardous to enterprises. Rein in access and manage resource access with help from this Azure Active Directory feature.Continue Reading

• VRealize Operations 8.1 supports cloud workloads

  Version 8.1 of vRealize Operations enables VMware admins to monitor capacity and resource utilization for cloud workloads, as well as legacy applications.Continue Reading

• Pandemic pushes enterprise connectivity to take a new path

  COVID-19 delivered a connectivity shock to businesses. But savvy network execs were primed -- and are now showing the way forward in 2021 with SD-WAN, 5G and Wi-Fi 6.Continue Reading

• Manage a multi-cluster Kubernetes deployment effectively

  To reap the benefits of a multi-cluster Kubernetes deployment, IT admins need to understand its intricate levels of management and if their deployments warrant the strategy.Continue Reading

• Key tasks in a network maintenance checklist

  Network technologies and devices might change over time, but certain maintenance tasks, such as data backup and device inventory, will always be essential for network teams.Continue Reading

• Run a DevOps Dojo to improve training and culture

  DevOps continues to reshape organizations through efficiency and collaboration. See why a DevOps Dojo is the next priority for your business.Continue Reading

• 6 virtual server management best practices

  When overseeing virtual servers, take advantage of self-service VM management, VM templates, monitoring tools and permissions groups to ease the management burden.Continue Reading

• Prepare for successful container adoption with these tips

  Enterprises all over the world are making containerized applications a central focus. Learn why your IT organization should be next, and how to prepare.Continue Reading

• NOC performance metrics for optimal operation

  NOC best practices include using standardized network designs and automation. But don't forget to identify performance metrics that help track and measure operational success.Continue Reading

• CPRA compliance creates complications for IT ops

  Data compliance only gets tougher as new privacy protection laws are passed. California's privacy regulations mean IT ops teams must reconfigure their data collection processes.Continue Reading

• Modernize and migrate mainframe apps to the cloud

  Mainframe apps are typically difficult to move to the cloud without modernization. Review migration options and determine if it will be worth the effort.Continue Reading

• Improve help desk workflows via stronger staff support

  Subject experts can be expensive to retain on the help desk, but they're vital to success. Balance training and task delegation to ensure staff engagement and growth.Continue Reading

• CRAC design upgrades simplify HVAC maintenance

  CRAC/CRAH hardware updates make data center cooling more efficient. And these new systems are easier for admins to maintain and they reduce dust accumulation across infrastructure.Continue Reading

• 7 steps for a network and IT security foundation

  Enterprises should make it a habit to review their IT security systems, following steps that include network segmentation, multifactor authentication and security education.Continue Reading

• These 5 IT buzzwords for 2021 reflect data storage priorities

  As a mature IT discipline, the pace of change in storage has slowed, but there is still plenty of buzz about underlying technologies you'll need to know about in 2021.Continue Reading

• Cost-effective snapshot management tips and strategies

  Snapshots may be an optimal way to copy and protect data, but they can lead to some unexpected consequences. Find out what those are and how to avoid them.Continue Reading

• Efficient data storage tips to achieve a green data center

  This illustrated guide to energy-efficient data storage offers tips on offloading data to the cloud and areas to review when estimating storage costs.Continue Reading

• How to secure remote access for WFH employees in 4 steps

  The global pandemic caused mayhem on network security environments. Enterprises need to bring rigor back to their systems and tighten security for remote workers.Continue Reading

• Conduct a blameless postmortem and focus on the problem

  Postmortems don't need to be about who's at fault for a failure. Rather than point fingers, focus on the bigger picture. Nobody wants ridicule, but everyone wants a solution.Continue Reading

• What you need to know to manage multiple AWS accounts

  Explore AWS services and best practices that can optimize multi-account management across your organization.Continue Reading

• Top 3 application performance testing objectives and goals

  Let's explore the importance of result analysis, the right measurements and test design for application performance testing.Continue Reading

• Cloud networking complexity includes visibility and security

  Enterprises are deploying more workloads in cloud environments. But the visibility, security and management required for those extensions of IT infrastructure can get complicated.Continue Reading

• IT observability and monitoring illuminate application data

  Observability extends beyond traditional IT monitoring tools and processes to arm DevOps teams with the level of insight they need.Continue Reading

• IT groups abandon DIY SD-WAN; prefer managed, hybrid model

  Enterprises don't want DIY SD-WAN. Instead, they prefer managed SD-WAN, but they also don't want to outsource all SD-WAN operations to a service provider.Continue Reading

• Make the right assertions in iOS unit tests for proper dev

  Unit tests play an integral role in mobile app development. Here's an excerpt from 'iOS Unit Testing by Example' about why fast feedback and control can help testers.Continue Reading

• 5 tips for stronger development team management

  Being a competent manager and leading a successful software development team isn't as easy as it looks. Explore the skills, tools and best practices that can strengthen your current workforce.Continue Reading

• Cloud infrastructure automation: When and where to use it

  Manual tasks are time consuming and can lead to mistakes. Free up your IT teams and ensure an error-free environment by adding automation to these cloud processes.Continue Reading

• Modular UPS systems provide flexible power management options

  UPSes can provide backup power scalability and efficiency. Admins should consider modular setups for extra redundancy, mixed capacity modules and cost savings.Continue Reading

• Considerations for SASE management and troubleshooting

  SASE opens new territory for network and security management and troubleshooting. Ultimately, teams should look for system usability and visibility into traffic flows and policies.Continue Reading

• Get a template to estimate server power consumption per rack

  Admins can struggle with power consumption estimation as infrastructure gets more complex. The kW-per-rack metric can help provide an accurate calculation of server power use.Continue Reading

• SharePoint Online PowerShell commands for admin tasks

  You can avoid the admin portal when you pick up your PowerShell game and learn how to manage cloud-based resources in Office 365, including the SharePoint collaboration platform.Continue Reading

• Refreshing look at Wi-Fi 6 benefits, preparations

  Wi-Fi 6's benefits are real, and most organizations will eventually upgrade to the latest and greatest standard. When and how they'll do so is more complicated.Continue Reading

• Manage cluster resources with Kubernetes requests and limits

  Proper Kubernetes cluster management starts at the pod level. Learn about Kubernetes limits and requests, and how Resource Quotas and Limit Ranges work to control resource consumption.Continue Reading

• Myths and realities of a Wi-Fi 6 upgrade

  Despite the promise of high data rates, longer client battery life and more efficient radio techniques, enterprises need to weigh Wi-Fi 6's limitations.Continue Reading

• OpenShift Virtualization 2.5 simplifies VM modernization

  Red Hat's OpenShift platform enables admins to take a phased approach to retiring legacy applications while moving toward a container-based environment.Continue Reading

• Waterfall or Agile? Predictive vs. adaptive SDLC explained

  Waterfall and Agile epitomize the differences between predictive and adaptive SDLCs. Here are some considerations that a dev team should know before it chooses a methodology.Continue Reading

• Setting up and using a home VLAN to segment network traffic

  Virtual LANs can help homeowners segment their network traffic for enhanced control and security. Network analyst John Fruehe takes you inside his home VLANs.Continue Reading

• Ensure network resilience with redundancy and skills

  Ensuring network resilience doesn't just mean building redundancy in network infrastructure. It should also include planning contingencies for people and skills.Continue Reading

• How AI in the help desk transforms IT support

  For IT help desk staff, it should no longer be a question of whether AI will transform their jobs -- but when. Prepare for changes around ticket workflows, troubleshooting and more.Continue Reading

• Explore multiple Office 365 PowerShell management options

  Why use PowerShell for Office 365 and Azure? In some instances, it's the only way to tap into some of the hidden management settings in these Microsoft cloud products.Continue Reading

• Network consolidation and virtualization solve management issues

  Consolidating networks can help organizations reduce costs and improve data center efficiency -- as long as they focus on security.Continue Reading

• Composable disaggregated infrastructure right for advanced workloads

  Composability provides the agility, speed and efficient resource utilization required to support advanced workloads that continue to grow ever-more sophisticated and comprehensive.Continue Reading

• NFV systems converge virtual network services at the edge

  Explore functions, products and use cases that illustrate how NFV and edge computing trends combine SD-WAN endpoints and other network services on single pieces of hardware.Continue Reading

• What the critics get wrong about serverless costs

  While critics say serverless is an expensive, clunky way to deploy software, it really isn't -- if you use it right. Let's debunk some myths around the costs of using serverless.Continue Reading

• Using the saga design pattern for microservices transactions

  We explore how the saga design pattern can support complex, long-term business processes and provide reliable rollback mechanisms for multistep transaction failures.Continue Reading

• Cloud automation use cases for managing and troubleshooting

  Cloud automation use cases highlight the benefits these tools can provide to companies evaluating how best to manage and troubleshoot their cloud connections.Continue Reading

• How HPE OneView composes, manages Synergy infrastructure

  HPE OneView enables Synergy composable infrastructure to do its job. Learn how OneView enables users to manage compute, storage and network for composing virtual servers on-demand.Continue Reading

• How to apologize for server outages and keep users happy

  Nobody panic: The servers are down. How IT communicates an issue often means more to users than resolution speed. An admission of struggle is more forgivable than silence.Continue Reading

• VMware-Pivotal acquisition leads to better cloud infrastructure

  VMware acquired Pivotal in 2019 to bolster its cloud infrastructure lineup. Now, more than a year later, learn what Pivotal has brought to VMware and what still needs doing.Continue Reading

• Colocation data center outage response and support

  Navigating data center malfunctions when hardware is off premises can be tricky. Organizations must have strong SLAs with their colo provider to ensure appropriate response times.Continue Reading

• Implementing an SDP architecture for added network security

  A key component of a software-defined perimeter requires client authentication before connection, while also making a network's internals invisible to outsiders.Continue Reading

• These IT automation scripts take little effort and save a lot of work

  Doing some IT tasks by hand is doing them wrong. Whether to provision components, research an issue or report on performance, IT automation scripts are powerful and easy to write.Continue Reading

• Your guide to avoiding server rack setup issues

  Not all data center servers are created equal. Before you attempt a server racking project, double-check size specifications and account for fastening hardware and cabling needs.Continue Reading

• What network managers need to know about SaaS optimization

  When strategizing SaaS optimization tactics, network management teams should consider their traffic steering preferences and geographically dispersed access points.Continue Reading

• How to set up a VMware home lab on a budget

  Set up a small, energy-efficient, at-home VMware virtualization lab for under $1,000 by evaluating your PC, software subscription and storage options.Continue Reading

• 4 innovations in software development and testing to watch

  These methods and technologies change the way developers and testers do their jobs -- or even what their duties are. Explore innovations related to AI, the flow of work and more.Continue Reading

• 4 mobile app security threats all developers must face

  Mobile apps carry their own set of code-based vulnerabilities and entry points, meaning developers need to step up their secure development, coding and deployment practices.Continue Reading

• Transform your infrastructure to support parallel processing

  Quick, real-time data analysis is a boost to any organization's operations. With the right hardware and software, you can support parallelization in your data center.Continue Reading

• How intelligent storage optimizes IT infrastructure with AI, ML

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• Lines blur between structured and unstructured data storage

  Open source tools like Presto persist low-cost unstructured object data stores while still making information accessible through structured data access tools such as SQL.Continue Reading