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• 8 key steps of a cloud exit strategy

  If your cloud-based workloads and applications need to move back on premises, you'll need a plan. Start your reverse migration with this step-by-step guide. Continue Reading

• Stop phishing with help from updated DMARC policy handling

  Exchange admins got a boost from Microsoft when it improved how it handles DMARC authentication failures to help organizations fight back from email-based attacks on their users. Continue Reading

• What's the best way to protect against HDD failure?

  Whatever the reason for failure, HDDs are hard to repair. Admins need to get out in front of potential issues, like the four described here, to prevent prolonged downtime. Continue Reading

• How to use Linux package managers

  There are many different package managers for Linux distributions. Linux admins should know what to expect from these distributions and how to tackle software maintenance. Continue Reading

• Deploy Azure landing zones using Terraform

  Azure landing zones are well-managed environments that provide a way to run workloads. Deploying them using Terraform lets users build a solid foundation. Continue Reading

• Dive into Terraform basics with this tutorial

  Terraform can save you time and headaches when deploying servers with cloud providers. Get up to speed on Terraform basics in this tutorial.Continue Reading

• How to launch an EC2 instance using Terraform

  With Terraform, developers can lean on familiar coding practices to provision the underlying resources for their applications. Follow these steps to use the IaC tool to create an Amazon EC2 instance.Continue Reading

• Boost Exchange Online automation with Azure Functions

  Admins can use the event-driven functionality in Microsoft's serverless offering and build event-driven workflows for a more efficient management approach.Continue Reading

• Understand the k-means clustering algorithm with examples

  The k-means clustering algorithm groups similar objects or data points into clusters. This approach is popular for multivariate numeric data.Continue Reading

• 12 common virtual machine backup mistakes

  Despite an administrator's best efforts, virtual machine backups can fail. Determine the cause of the failure and modify the VM backup strategy to prevent future mistakes.Continue Reading

• Optimize Amazon Athena performance with these 5 tuning tips

  Amazon Athena can provide an efficient, cost-effective method of data analysis. But did you properly optimize Athena performance to see these benefits?Continue Reading

• Best practices for protection from ransomware in cloud storage

  Cybercriminals are getting smarter and evolving their enterprise attacks. Be proactive -- get out in front of ransomware in cloud storage before the attack occurs.Continue Reading

• Maximize UPS capacity with three-phase power

  A data center's UPS might not be overloaded. Check loads on the circuits and balance all three phases as closely as possible to obtain efficient capacity and energy out of the UPS.Continue Reading

• How to successfully debug PowerShell scripts

  Got a PowerShell script that isn't working as intended? Debug it using breakpoints and a few simple steps in VS Code, and you'll be on your way to scripting success.Continue Reading

• 8 green computing best practices

  As climate change becomes a more pressing issue, these sustainability best practices can help your data center go greener, which benefits both your business and the environment.Continue Reading

• Use advanced DHCP logging techniques for troubleshooting

  This guide helps admins solve problems on the network by explaining how to work with recorded activity in logs and set up an archival system to examine older incidents.Continue Reading

• SASE operational pain points and how to fix them

  SASE offers companies a compelling security strategy, but it takes time to ensure network teams have the visibility and management oversight they need.Continue Reading

• Find and fix server problems with Best Practices Analyzer

  Admins need all the help they can get, and this Microsoft utility shows IT how to correct security issues and optimize performance in key infrastructure workloads.Continue Reading

• Data center power backup options to deal with downtime

  Generators, UPS systems and batteries work in tandem to safeguard data centers against power outages, fluctuations and grid failures. Admins must know what system is best for them.Continue Reading

• Network automation success begins with a source of truth

  A network source of truth is essential for automation strategies. Organizations must know what data an NSoT contains and which tools to integrate for successful network automation.Continue Reading

• How to avoid Microsoft 365 management pitfalls

  A migration to the cloud collaboration platform requires a command of the multiple admin portals available to admins to help the organization make the most of its subscription.Continue Reading

• How to maintain data center power systems

  Regular maintenance of data center power systems is necessary to have properly functioning equipment and backup power options. Common failures are batteries and loose connections.Continue Reading

• Troubleshooting 7 common errors in AWS CloudFormation

  Errors can occur when an AWS developer builds a CloudFormation template, launches a stack or rolls back an update. Prevent and address common errors by following best practices.Continue Reading

• The role of generative AI in networking

  As networks grow more complex, generative AI emerges as a tool that can help network teams with a wide range of tasks, such as writing scripts, documentation and incident response.Continue Reading

• Common network licensing challenges

  Network licensing is anything but straightforward nowadays. But network professionals can take steps to make sure their cost management strategies remain on track.Continue Reading

• The effects of network downtime and ways to fix it

  Causes of network downtime include human error, misconfigurations and security threats. Experts weigh in on the consequences of network downtime, as well as ways to fix it.Continue Reading

• 9 top cloud storage security issues and how to contain them

  A handful of major cloud storage security issues, such as insufficient access controls and lack of compliance, remain. Learn how to successfully address them.Continue Reading

• Configure Kubernetes garbage collection to get rid of waste

  Kubernetes garbage collection is an important task for cluster health. Learn how to configure garbage collections to your own preference to effectively manage deployments.Continue Reading

• How to Create an AWS Lambda Function with CloudFormation

  Do you want to enhance automation, consistency, scalability and cost-effectiveness? Follow this step-by-step tutorial on how to create an AWS Lambda function using CloudFormation.Continue Reading

• How to avoid internet black holes for the network

  Black holes in the network disrupt connectivity and compromise data integrity. Network monitoring, team collaboration and routing optimization help minimize the negative effects.Continue Reading

• Ease multi-cloud governance challenges with 5 best practices

  Establishing sound multi-cloud governance practices can mitigate challenges and enforce security. Review best practices and tools to help manage costs and risk.Continue Reading

• Server consolidation benefits, types and considerations

  Server consolidation enables admins to boost server utilization and decrease power consumption, which can also reduce costs and improve performance.Continue Reading

• Learn how to use GitLab tutorial for beginners

  GitLab is a complete CI/CD platform. But to really understand GitLab, you must also understand its namesake Git. This Git and GitLab tutorial will get you up to speed on both.Continue Reading

• How to ensure optimal network workload placement

  Network and cybersecurity requirements are the most important considerations when designing how to deploy new network workloads across the enterprise.Continue Reading

• 6 common virtualization problems and how to solve them

  Organizations can correct common problems with virtualization, such as VM sprawl and network congestion, through business policies rather than purchasing additional technology.Continue Reading

• A network compliance checklist for remote work

  This network compliance checklist for remote work provides best practices on establishing remote policies and procedures, help desk support and data backup, among other steps.Continue Reading

• 7 causes of SSD failure and how to deal with them

  Although SSDs are a reliable storage technology, they are still prone to occasional failure. Here are some best practices to keep your SSDs humming along.Continue Reading

• Upskill your cloud team for success

  An investment in people is an investment in the company. See how a trained and upskilled staff can have a positive impact on productivity and profits.Continue Reading

• NetSecOps best practices for network engineers

  Network engineers increasingly need to align their duties with security, such as implementing continuous monitoring, deploying threat intelligence and collaborating with security.Continue Reading

• Cloudian HyperStore 8 unites file, object storage

  Cloudian's latest release of HyperStore lets hybrid storage deployments seamlessly swap between file and object. Analysts speculate how it will compete in a crowded market.Continue Reading

• How to close the networking skills gap

  The networking skills gap stems from tech shifts, generational turnover and hiring complexities. Bridge the gap with skills gained through study, training and employer support.Continue Reading

• Effective soft skills for network engineers

  Soft skills such as empathy, active listening and problem-solving can be valuable assets to network engineers who interact with nontechnical business stakeholders.Continue Reading

• How to create and deploy AWS Lambda functions with Terraform

  Deploying AWS Lambda functions with Terraform can save time and reduce risk. In this video tutorial, learn the proper deployment steps.Continue Reading

• Boost productivity with these PowerShell GUI examples

  PowerShell scripts can be tedious to write and difficult to use. These easy-to-follow commands can help teams build GUIs for their PowerShell scripts to save time and effort.Continue Reading

• How to avoid malware on Linux systems

  Malware attacks are devastating to companies, and there is no exception for Linux systems. Consider updating systems and assigning correct permissions.Continue Reading

• How to use a Microsoft Entra ID emergency access account

  A break-glass account in Microsoft's identity and access management platform helps avoid disruptions in a crisis. Follow these best practices to keep these credentials safe.Continue Reading

• Decode serverless pricing in AWS to avoid high costs

  Serverless computing is an implementation worth considering in any cloud-based application. Learn to evaluate every component to avoid unexpected and unnecessary high costs.Continue Reading

• Optimize serverless apps with an observability strategy

  Serverless apps come with unexpected challenges and sometimes they are nearly impossible to troubleshoot and optimize. Move away from traditional monitoring practices to succeed.Continue Reading

• How to survive a cloud service outage

  Outages might be rare, but they are rarely cheap -- any amount of downtime can cost you money. Learn how to minimize the risks and survive a cloud service outage.Continue Reading

• Improve efficiency with server energy consumption tools

  Deciding what servers are most efficient for your infrastructure requires research. Hardware-level certifications and web-based tools can help you select the right option.Continue Reading

• 6 quick server troubleshooting tips

  Understand, communicate, monitor, check logs, ask for support. Follow these guidelines and make troubleshooting server problems quick and easy.Continue Reading

• 6 common problems with open source code integration

  Open source provides its fair share of benefits for businesses that put it to use. However, don't ignore these six hazards that development teams may face along the way.Continue Reading

• Ask these 9 cloud storage questions before use

  Use these questions as a starting point for your transition to the cloud. You'll discover that some uses and data sets are suitable for cloud storage, while others are not.Continue Reading

• Learn how to use Terraform modules with examples

  Running modules can benefit Terraform usability. Explore what a module in Terraform is, when you should use them, and run through some Terraform module examples.Continue Reading

• Automate IT operations with VMware and Ansible

  When paired with VMware, Ansible software can help automate IT tasks. Learn the steps to install Ansible and how to set up a virtual machine through vCenter.Continue Reading

• Factor performance into an application modernization strategy

  Dev teams increasingly use cloud, containers and microservices to modernize apps, but these technologies bring little value unless they boost performance, which is no guarantee.Continue Reading

• 3 rules to avoid high multi-cloud integration costs

  When using multiple cloud providers, integration costs can grow quickly. To prevent billing surprises, enterprises must carefully plan application deployments and workflows.Continue Reading

• Follow these 3 Azure Pipelines best practices

  IT teams can better streamline workflows, enhance security and improve the developer experience by understanding these Azure Pipelines best practices.Continue Reading

• Critical API vulnerabilities every IT team should address

  Their openness, flexibility and ease of use make APIs beneficial, if not essential, to modern IT. Those same features can make APIs vulnerable to attack.Continue Reading

• Avoid overprovisioning in cloud computing with tracking

  A lack of visibility means organizations can easily lose unused resources which rack up costs. However, there are tools and best practices that can help set up a tracking system.Continue Reading

• Better API security needed as companies modernize apps

  As developers build more complex applications, the widespread use of APIs is creating significant security challenges for organizations, according to a new survey from ESG.Continue Reading

• How to run ML workloads with Apache Spark on Kubernetes

  IT staff looking for ways to maintain ML workloads with ease are increasingly turning to Apache Spark. Follow these simple steps to set up a Spark cluster on Kubernetes.Continue Reading

• What's the difference between Wi-Fi and the internet?

  The internet connects users to the outside world. Wi-Fi connects devices within a business, which then connect to other network devices and out to the internet.Continue Reading

• Data center heat reuse: How to make the most of excess heat

  Data center heat doesn't need to go to waste. As part of a sustainability strategy, explore ways to put the heat your data center produces to work, and consider heat reuse.Continue Reading

• Navigate multi-cloud billing challenges

  Keeping track of cloud bills from multiple clouds or accounts can be complex. Learn how to identify multi-cloud billing challenges and how to tackle them.Continue Reading

• 5 techniques to debug network issues in Linux and Windows

  Debugging a network issue should start with basic troubleshooting. If that doesn't fix it, admins should check, verify and configure connections to the client, server and network.Continue Reading

• 8 best practices for a zero-trust storage strategy

  Explore how to apply the zero-trust security model to storage systems. Given today's threat landscape, additional data protection is key for enterprises.Continue Reading

• Practice troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters using log data

  Knowing how to interpret application logs is essential for successful Kubernetes troubleshooting. Get hands-on practice with this walkthrough from Kubernetes expert Chad Crowell.Continue Reading

• A Kubernetes expert shares CKA exam preparation tips

  Kubernetes admin and author Chad M. Crowell discusses how to prep for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator exam, whether getting a Kubernetes certification is worth it and more.Continue Reading

• Data center cooling challenges and how to solve them

  Data centers that are not properly cooled can see equipment work inefficiently or become damaged. Learn some common cooling challenges and assess ways to solve them.Continue Reading

• 3 ways to troubleshoot using Wireshark and tcpdump

  Protocol analyzer tools, such as Wireshark and tcpdump, can help network administrators identify protocols in the network, analyze network performance and discover network devices.Continue Reading

• ESG study reveals benefits of modern IT service management

  ITSM's evolution from a traditional help desk model to an integrated, automated approach has notable benefits for organizations, according to research by Enterprise Strategy Group.Continue Reading

• Why Amazon S3 is a ransomware target and how to protect it

  Hacking continues to evolve. While Amazon S3 is a major ransomware target, admins can take steps in configuration and event logging, among other protection measures.Continue Reading

• Make mainframe operations efficient with these strategies

  Mainframes affect organizational bottom lines. An expert outlines some key strategies to maintain reliability while keeping mainframe operation costs in check.Continue Reading

• Overcome obstacles to storage sustainability

  Green IT initiatives should include data storage, but there are various sustainability challenges related to both on-premises and cloud-based storage systems.Continue Reading

• integration as a service (IaaS)

  Integration as a service (IaaS) is a cloud-based delivery model that strives to connect on-premises data with data located in cloud-based applications.Continue Reading

• Tips to avoid a bumpy Exchange 2010 migration to Office 365

  Now that Exchange Server 2010 and Exchange 2013 are legacy products, administrators should make the push to migrate to avoid becoming the next ransomware target.Continue Reading

• How to balance data access and security in fintech testing

  Using real data is beneficial in software testing -- but teams must be careful not to compromise security and privacy. Six core strategies for fintech testing can help.Continue Reading

• 4 best practices to avoid cloud vendor lock-in

  Without proper planning, an organization could end up feeling trapped in its relationship with a cloud provider. Follow these tips to avoid vendor lock-in.Continue Reading

• 5 common SD-WAN challenges and how to prepare for them

  SD-WAN technology has its fair share of risk factors, some of which include cost reduction and management. Find out how your IT team can prepare for these challenges.Continue Reading

• Beyond metrics, network SLAs should measure business ops

  Enterprises need to ensure network service-level agreements provide a comprehensive view of network service performance to support business operations.Continue Reading

• Improve IT efficiency with a PowerShell self-service portal

  You can jump over the technical barriers that impede automation efforts in your organization by exploring how to deploy a web-based portal that hosts your scripts.Continue Reading

• How to detect and control the spread of shadow APIs

  Now that infiltration via APIs has become a favored method for hackers, IT teams need to take additional steps to safeguard those important interfaces.Continue Reading

• Meeting the challenges of scaling AI with MLOps

  As businesses race to capitalize on the promises of AI in the wake of ChatGPT's launch, strategies to move machine learning software from idea to reality are becoming essential.Continue Reading

• How to avoid the double-hop problem with PowerShell

  IT pros who manage with PowerShell will run into the double-hop problem and use CredSSP to work around it. This tutorial offers a more streamlined way to avoid that roadblock.Continue Reading

• How to upload and download files with PowerShell FTP script

  By using the .NET WebClient class and PowerShell, Windows admins can upload and download files to FTP. Review the general process and corresponding examples to get started.Continue Reading

• Hone your PowerShell text manipulation skills

  Retrieving content from and modifying content in text files with PowerShell are skills many administrators need to cultivate to aid their automation efforts.Continue Reading

• Get started with Amazon CodeGuru with this tutorial

  Amazon CodeGuru reviews code and suggests improvements to users looking to make their code more efficient as well as optimize costs. Follow this tutorial to get started.Continue Reading

• How to test the PowerShell pending reboot module

  Learn how to check if your machines have pending reboots with a simple PowerShell module to ensure changes to files do not cause stability issues.Continue Reading

• Build a PowerShell logging function for troubleshooting

  A basic administrative skill is checking over logs to find out why something broke. Learn how to build a proper logging mechanism to catch errors for diagnostic purposes.Continue Reading

• Understanding Windows PowerShell function parameters

  Parameters in Windows PowerShell can help admins better customize their functions, leading to improved input testing and more extensible commands.Continue Reading

• How to filter Security log events for signs of trouble

  Certain accounts, such as company executives, will draw unwanted attention from hackers. Learn how to catch these targeted attacks by checking Windows event logs.Continue Reading

• 4 ways to reduce network power consumption

  A heavy reliance on the network can increase energy use across businesses. Here are some best practices network teams can follow to reduce power consumption.Continue Reading

• Speed up onboarding with Active Directory user templates

  Active Directory account templates are not difficult to make. But it helps to know how to use certain shortcuts, like variables, to create home directories and roaming profiles.Continue Reading

• EDR tools for Windows Server compared

  Windows Server 2022 comes with native security technologies to protect the enterprise. But endpoint detection and response tools can be worth the price of admission.Continue Reading

• Reduce Kubernetes spend with these 10 Kubecost alternatives

  IT teams have several options other than Kubecost to monitor Kubernetes spending, from dedicated Kubernetes-specific tools to full-fledged cloud management platforms.Continue Reading

• How to use Microsoft Sentinel with Office 365 to find risks

  The security product attempts to ferret out threats that originate from apps and services then assists the enterprise with an automatic response to head off trouble.Continue Reading

• Interpret and apply AWS Compute Optimizer recommendations

  It is challenging to find the right balance between performance, availability and cost. Learn how to enable and apply AWS Compute Optimizer to monitor your metrics.Continue Reading

• Tools and techniques to test Kubernetes objects

  Kubernetes manifests and objects represent the baseline of code development on the platform. Here's why and how to test these integral elements of Kubernetes.Continue Reading

• 3 actions to optimize infrastructure as code initiatives

  Learn how to get the most out of IaC and read analyst insights from HashiConf 2022, including Terraform updates and predictions about what's next for observability.Continue Reading