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31 Jul 2026
How to overcome Kubernetes cost management struggles
Kubernetes doesn't track costs natively, and that oversight could be costing the business. Learn how to optimize spending before your budget spirals out of control. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jul 2026
Top legacy modernization tools of 2026
Enterprises can modernize legacy systems faster with the right tools. Discover how to choose the right modernization tool for your project and evaluate the top options available. Continue Reading
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News
20 Sep 2019
Zenoss automates transition to cloud-based IT monitoring
In an effort to improve the user experience while transitioning from on-premises to cloud-based monitoring, Zenoss has added new capabilities to its platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2019
Top 5 nontechnical skills for cloud computing success
Companies that move to the cloud need a staff with a strong technical background, but soft skills are important too. Review five non-tech skills needed for a successful cloud initiative. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2019
Build cloud economics expertise in-house
Cloud bills shouldn't be filled with surprises, but unexpected costs are all too common. Ensure your staff can handle cost management and optimization processes to rein in spending. Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2019
Review latest investments to AWS' machine learning platform
Improved deep learning capabilities lead this machine learning roundup. Learn how AWS is targeting both machine-learning-savvy developers and data scientists. Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2019
Early Oracle Cloud Infrastructure customers take its measure
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is seeing early adoption from a diverse array of customers, although OCI's market share remains modest compared to AWS, Microsoft and Google. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2019
Take a closer look at the AWS Hero and Microsoft MVP programs
Certifications are a popular option for candidates to gain credibility in a certain technology. Learn how AWS Heroes and Microsoft MVP programs help IT pros stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Sep 2019
Amazon Personalize
Amazon Personalize is a low-code recommendation engine that can generate custom recommendations for any application running on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Sep 2019
The Boomi Platform
The Boomi Platform, previously known as Boomi AtomSphere, is a low-code and cloud-native integrated Platform as a Service (iPaaS). Continue Reading
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News
16 Sep 2019
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure updates hone in on security
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is getting a multifaceted security boost as the company seeks to gain ground against AWS, Microsoft and Google for enterprise IaaS workloads. Continue Reading
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News
16 Sep 2019
Oracle and VMware forge new IaaS cloud partnership
Joint Oracle and VMware customers will soon be able to run VMware Cloud Foundation on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, with support from Oracle. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Sep 2019
Set AWS security automation in motion with these practices
Enterprises need to continuously improve their cloud security posture. Catch up on the latest expert advice on AWS security tools and practices. Continue Reading
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News
13 Sep 2019
New details emerge about AWS Outposts as launch nears
AWS Outposts will ship later this year. In advance of that launch, AWS has given customers a sense of what they can expect from the first release of the private, on-premises version of its public cloud infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2019
Top 6 Google cloud certification programs
The cloud job market continues to grow, but it can be hard to get your resume to the top of the pile. Consider these Google cloud certifications to stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading
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Video
10 Sep 2019
Follow this AWS Fargate tutorial to deploy a containerized app
New to containers on AWS? Learn how to navigate the Amazon ECS Management Console to configure the proper container orchestration in this simple AWS Fargate example. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2019
What are the best criteria to use to evaluate cloud service providers?
Many cloud providers are tight-lipped about internal security control details. Learn how to evaluate cloud security providers with certifications and third-party assessments. Continue Reading
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News
09 Sep 2019
Microsoft extends Azure networking with satellite connections
Microsoft Azure customers can now tap satellite internet providers through the private Azure ExpressRoute service. The move follows the release of AWS Ground Station in May. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Sep 2019
Prepare for cloud security and shared responsibility
Organizations that move to the cloud must prepare to adapt their security playbooks. Learn how AWS' shared responsibility model complicates cloud security. Continue Reading
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Quiz
05 Sep 2019
Test your cloud migration services knowledge
Are you familiar with the vendor services and tools that can support a cloud migration? Take this quiz and see what you know about cloud migration services. Continue Reading
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News
05 Sep 2019
Microsoft bolsters cloud migration tools with Movere acquisition
Microsoft's move to acquire Movere is a bet that the startup's IT infrastructure monitoring and analysis tools can help it attract more on-premises workloads to Azure. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Aug 2019
AWS month in review: AWS time series forecasting service is GA
In August, Amazon Forecast, an AWS time series forecasting service, and Lake Formation became available to all users. The services should improve users' machine learning and data lake capabilities ... Continue Reading
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Photo Story
30 Aug 2019
6 steps to survive a cloud outage
Providers aren't perfect and outages are inevitable. The key is to have a DR plan in place before a problem occurs. The following slides illustrate the six key steps to get back up and running. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2019
Microsoft Azure edge site expansion targets cloud latency
Microsoft will expand its edge site footprint for Azure networking, a move that should help lower latency for cloud applications. Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2019
Unlock hybrid cloud with this AWS Transit Gateway integration
AWS Direct Connect should be a much more attractive service for enterprises due to some recent changes. See how these upgrades can simplify your hybrid architecture. Continue Reading
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Video
28 Aug 2019
How to use batch operations to process S3 objects
AWS ops pros can use Amazon S3 Batch Operations to process and move high volumes of objects between buckets. Find out how Batch Operations on AWS works with this video tutorial. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2019
Kick-start AWS cost reduction with these tools and techniques
Never turn your back on a cloud deployment. Learn how to tame AWS bills through capacity planning and governance practices, relying on CloudFormation, Cost Explorer and other AWS products. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2019
What's new with VMware Cloud on AWS
Updates to VMware Cloud on AWS include improvements to the migration workflow and enhancements to HCX, as well as support for Project Pacific and VMware Cloud Marketplace. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2019
Follow these hybrid cloud infrastructure best practices
Although a hybrid cloud approach can seem daunting, it enables enterprises to get the best of both worlds -- if managed correctly. Learn the dos and don'ts of hybrid cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Aug 2019
AWS certification
AWS certification is a level of Amazon Web Services cloud expertise that an IT professional obtains after passing one or more exams the public cloud provider offers. Continue Reading
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Infographic
27 Aug 2019
Navigate AWS storage options through the years
Storage services were foundational to AWS' early success and remain central to customers' cloud strategies today. Visualize the growth and usage of AWS storage with this infographic. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2019
Top 8 cloud administrator interview questions and answers
Hoping to become a cloud administrator? There's a lot to cover -- from tools to certifications. Prepare for your interview with these eight questions. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2019
Know the performance hang-ups of AWS' IaC tool
AWS customers and industry experts have reported a range of CloudFormation concerns. Take a closer look at the issues surrounding the native IaC tool and AWS' response to frustrations. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2019
A comparison of 6 speech-to-text services
AWS, Microsoft and Google can add speech-to-text capabilities to apps, but they're not your only option. Compare those cloud-based tools to other AI-infused transcription services. Continue Reading
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News
23 Aug 2019
VMware-Pivotal deal confirmed at $2.7 billion -- what's next?
VMware will plunk down $2.7 billion for Pivotal in a deal that has hallmarks of a family reunion, but could help drive a broader strategy in cloud infrastructure and application development. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Aug 2019
Use modern cloud security best practices
Enterprises still worry about the security of cloud and if migrating will put data at risk. Explore modern methods, technologies and tools that help strengthen cloud environments. Continue Reading
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News
21 Aug 2019
VMware acquisition of Intrinsic denotes bigger strategic plan
VMware has acquired Intrinsic, a maker of virtualization technology that secures Node.js applications on serverless environments such as AWS Lambda. Continue Reading
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News
21 Aug 2019
Oracle's IaaS, cloud database in the spotlight at OpenWorld
This year's Oracle OpenWorld should provide answers for customers eager to understand its plans for IaaS, cloud databases, AI and machine learning. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Aug 2019
Assess the pros and cons of citizen developers in the enterprise
When it comes to citizen developers and no-code/low-code, there really is no one-size-fits-all approach. Determine their value, as well as their limitations, for your specific app development needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2019
Cloud application monitoring takes a multipronged approach
To monitor cloud apps, you'll need to gather metrics on performance, cost and security. IT teams and the tools they choose to implement will require coordinated effort. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Aug 2019
Managed Kubernetes doesn't mean set it and forget it
Don't let the name fool you: Cloud-based managed Kubernetes services still require user management. Here's what IT teams still need to know when deploying on AKS, EKS and GKE. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2019
Implement serverless architecture on AWS without Lambda
Serverless on AWS isn't all about Lambda. In fact, many of the services developers use often -- such as S3, Aurora and others -- can fit into serverless orchestration patterns. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2019
Public cloud services grow HPC market, but work remains
HPC applications need a lot of resources, but not all enterprises can meet those requirements. However, new cloud services are emerging to address that gap in the market. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Aug 2019
AWS Lambda alternatives for flexible cloud workloads
Experts share points of comparison for Lambda vs. the competition, and what other options AWS has for elastic computing without the serverless hassle. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2019
Virtual Instruments expands portfolio with Metricly acquisition
Virtual Instruments added more offerings to its cloud migration and hybrid infrastructure management portfolio with an acquisition of Metricly. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2019
Potential VMware-Pivotal deal raises opportunities, challenges
VMware is in talks to buy Pivotal for about $1.45 billion in a move that could benefit both companies but also require some strategic realignment. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2019
Globe and Mail's AWS migration drives digital engagement
Canadian news outlet The Globe and Mail has broadly adopted AWS cloud services in a bid to increase reader engagement and digital subscription revenue. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Aug 2019
What you need to know about Cloudera vs. AWS for big data
Enterprises in need of a big data platform must run some analytics of their own to choose a vendor. AWS' integration between services can't be beat, but is Cloudera a better choice? Continue Reading
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15 Aug 2019
What you need to know about Google Cloud Anthos
It's time to learn the foundational concepts of Google Anthos, as well as its seven core components that set it apart from AWS Outposts and Azure Stack. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2019
Compute-optimized cloud VMs boost WP Engine's web performance
High demand for increasingly dynamic, personalized websites means that compute-optimized VMs are relevant for companies such as WordPress hosting provider WP Engine. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Aug 2019
Cloud compliance strategies for a multi-cloud world
Cloud computing and compliance don't need to be at odds -- even when an organization uses services from multiple cloud providers. Here's how to meet your compliance goals. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2019
How to live with loss of control with cloud software updates
IT pros don't have the same control over updates and versions in the cloud as they do on premises. Stay ahead of the changes and communicate to staff to lessen any negative impacts. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Aug 2019
Ensure cloud migration security with these tips
Security is always a concern in the data center, as well as in cloud -- but what about during a migration? Learn how to protect sensitive data both in transit and before it goes live. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Aug 2019
Do multi-tenant environments still create noisy neighbors?
A noisy neighbor isn't just a real-world problem. Learn how a noisy neighbor can affect workload performance and how the public cloud has changed to address this issue. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Aug 2019
How to migrate from Azure to Amazon's cloud with AWS SMS
AWS Server Migration Service can move large swaths of Azure, Windows and VMware VMs into AWS, whether it's a one-time migration or a periodic replication between environments. Learn how to put it to use. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Aug 2019
Compare Google Cloud Firestore and Firebase Realtime Database
Managed NoSQL databases are increasingly popular for app development. Compare two such options from Google -- Realtime Database and Cloud Firestore -- to see if they meet your needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Aug 2019
Understand private cloud best practices before adoption
The advantages of a private cloud include resource control and performance issue prevention, but admins can't obtain these benefits without first following a few best practices. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Aug 2019
Understanding AWS security groups' capabilities and limitations
Expand your knowledge of AWS security groups. Learn how to configure them for traffic protection, along with how they compare to other firewall options on AWS. Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2019
Microsoft licensing terms change will impact some cloud customers
Microsoft customers who want to deploy its software on dedicated cloud hosts, including Microsoft Azure, face new licensing terms as of Oct. 1. Continue Reading
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Quiz
07 Aug 2019
How much do you know about VMware Cloud on AWS?
Take our quiz to test your knowledge on VMware Cloud on AWS to see if you understand important use cases, general information and features. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2019
Amazon's PartiQL query language eyes all data sources
PartiQL, a multisource query language developed internally at Amazon, is now open sourced under Apache 2.0, and may benefit enterprises with complex data-management needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Aug 2019
BigQuery updates highlight AI push, but work remains
Google took a different approach than AWS and Microsoft when it built a service for ad hoc SQL queries. See how that played a role in the latest round of updates to BigQuery. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2019
IBM-Red Hat juggernaut seeks to boost multi-cloud deployments
IBM and Red Hat executives believe they are well positioned to capture a generous share of shops yet to implement hybrid clouds. Some analysts say that is easier said than done. Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2019
Google database portfolio to include 3 new additions
Google Cloud Platform is now offering Cloud SQL for Microsoft SQL Server in alpha, federated queries from BigQuery to Cloud SQL and expansion of Elastic Cloud to Japan and Sydney. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2019
Move data with these Google cloud migration tools
From physical appliances to professional services, here's a quick rundown of the tools your team might want to consider for a migration to Google Cloud Platform. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2019
IBM-Red Hat integration begins with OpenShift, Cloud Paks
With the acquisition deal done, IBM shared its plans to have Red Hat OpenShift software serve as foundational building blocks that can be used to create applications spanning hybrid and multi-cloud environments via IBM Cloud Paks. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2019
AWS CloudFormation public roadmap released after user gripes
AWS CloudFormation users now have a public roadmap, which should help them plan use of the infrastructure-as-code tool. But AWS hasn't promised faster CloudFormation development. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jul 2019
AWS month in review: Orlando drops AWS facial recognition program
The city of Orlando's termination of its Amazon Rekognition pilot was a blow to the much criticized AWS facial recognition in law enforcement agenda. However, AWS did improve some bread and butter ... Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2019
Google VM, microservices tools advance cloud migration strategy
Google wants more enterprise workloads on its cloud, and has launched an Azure VM migration service and other features in pursuit of them. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jul 2019
Unlock machine learning with these Amazon SageMaker examples
AWS has lowered the cost to train machine learning models. If you want to get started with Amazon SageMaker, befriend a data scientist and build a predictive chatbot. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2019
VMware on Google Cloud deal gives users another choice
VMware's deal with Google is the latest among top-tier players supporting each other's cloud. The question now is: How will Microsoft and IBM-Red Hat respond? Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jul 2019
Explore Azure interface options for cloud developers
All cloud providers, including Microsoft, offer a range of resources to aid cloud development, deployment and management. Explore the various interfaces Azure developers can use to accomplish these tasks. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2019
Cloud experts weigh in on AWS container capabilities
Learn where AWS container services stand today: what limitations AWS needs to improve upon and where Amazon's container capabilities are headed in the future. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2019
Azure resource management tips to optimize a cloud deployment
Prepare -- or revamp -- an Azure cloud strategy with these essential resource management tips for workload resiliency, access control and more. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2019
AWS Chatbot tool advances AWS' DevOps capabilities
ChatOps has become a pillar of DevOps in recent years. To that end, AWS has rolled out a managed chatbot service that integrates with Slack and Chime. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2019
Set up an AWS recommendation engine with Amazon Personalize
Amazon Personalize offers machine recommendation algorithms as a service, but it's not the only recommendation engine on the market with AI behind it. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2019
CASB tools evolve to meet broader set of cloud security needs
When choosing a CASB, enterprises face two primary options: a stand-alone service from a third party or a bundled tool set from some of the large cloud providers. It's important to pick your flavor wisely. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2019
AWS expands its cloud cost optimization portfolio
AWS customers have long bemoaned its complexity, which can lead to inadvertent costs. Now AWS has a recommendation tool to help them optimize their EC2 instances for cost and performance. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2019
DoD's JEDI cloud contract favors AWS, with Microsoft on deck
AWS is expected to win the DoD's $10 billion JEDI cloud contract. The single-cloud vendor deal has brought criticism and some believe Microsoft will eventually play an important role, too. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2019
Is a Cloud Foundry deployment right for you?
Enterprise PaaS needs have grown from streamlining app deployment to the ability to use the hosting infrastructure of their choice -- which has put Cloud Foundry in the spotlight. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2019
Hybrid cloud deals dominate 2019's cloud computing market news
It has been a busy first half of 2019 for the cloud computing market. Here is a rundown of the biggest cloud news stories so far this year with implications for the industry and customers. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jul 2019
What to expect -- and not expect -- from serverless computing
The scope of serverless computing continues to evolve as cloud providers try to reduce the drawbacks and join the technology with containers. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jul 2019
Conduct cloud security training across the business
A well-educated staff is one of the best tools in the fight against security breaches. Consider these tips to prepare your employees for the risks in the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2019
Microsoft Azure feature targets application latency woes
An additional Microsoft Azure function can place VMs associated with a multi-tier application inside the same cloud data center to reduce latency. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2019
VMware on Azure gains early adherents
Microsoft's Azure VMware Solutions service will compete with the VMware Cloud on AWS offering, and reflects a move to the cloud for virtualized workloads. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Jul 2019
Best practices for negotiating a SaaS SLA
SaaS apps offer convenience, but enterprises still need to do their due diligence with prospective vendors. Follow these tips to get the best SaaS service-level agreement. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Jul 2019
Prepare for the deprecation of Amazon S3 path-style API requests
AWS' users should start building apps with virtual-hosted API requests, if they aren't already. Learn about the S3 path-style change and how it could affect your workloads. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2019
Hearst puts cloud governance first in move to AWS, Azure
Cloud governance, both from a security and cost perspective, was crucial for Hearst Corp. as it moved its IT operations to AWS and Microsoft Azure. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jul 2019
Inside Amazon Managed Blockchain components and pricing
Many enterprises can benefit from blockchain technology, but few should build it from scratch. See how Amazon Managed Blockchain works, and its pricing, as one option for blockchain as a service. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2019
Manage cloud APIs wisely with these 4 tips
Users can get caught in the weeds of APIs in the cloud. Learn the best tools, top factors and cost optimization techniques for cloud APIs to maximize application performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jul 2019
How to use Athena to troubleshoot AWS operations issues
Amazon Athena runs analysis against data stored in S3, where AWS admins can find a trove of ops data for troubleshooting and optimization. Use it on ELB, VPC and other services. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Jul 2019
Why the PaaS market failed to live up to the hype
PaaS' days as a stand-alone tech may be numbered as the cloud layer gets absorbed by IaaS platforms from AWS and others. See what went wrong for the market that once held such promise. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Amazon's Werner Vogels talks AWS Outposts, innovation
Amazon CTO Werner Vogels talks about the company's Outposts hybrid cloud hardware, how AWS approaches innovation and future plans for cloud cost containment. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Linode GPU instances offer accelerated computing power
Linode's GPU instances are built on Nvidia's Quadro RTX 6000 GPU cards, designed to power high-performance applications and use cases for artists, scientists, engineers and more. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2019
Alluxio updates data orchestration platform, launches 2.0
The latest version of the Alluxio data orchestration platform includes several new capabilities and features designed with hybrid and multi-cloud environments in mind. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2019
Amazon CTO Werner Vogels on transparency, developers, multi-cloud
In this Q&A, Amazon CTO Werner Vogels dishes on transparency, technology roadmaps, developers, multi-cloud and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jul 2019
Cloud cost implications of the 5 V's of big data
Moving analytics to the cloud opens a lot of doors for users, but only if they keep costs in check and understand the 5 V's of big data -- volume, variety, velocity, veracity and value. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jul 2019
AWS Summit widens net with services for containers, devs
AWS' latest crop of tools monitors container clusters on its services and simplifies developers' use of preferred IDEs and languages, backed by an emphasis on security. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Jul 2019
Do DevSecOps with AWS to practice cybersecurity vigilance
While there may be some contention over the name, DevSecOps is still the way to tackle AWS security at scale, especially with the cloud security skills shortage. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jul 2019
IT teams face an uphill battle with serverless migrations
Moving serverless functions between cloud platforms is met with various obstacles. Make sure to look out for the following key features before starting the process. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2019
Red Hat-IBM deal closes, both promise a friendly coopetition
IBM and Red Hat formally signed off on its $34 billion deal as the combined company sets off to make its mark in the hybrid cloud market. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jul 2019
Get to know the VMware HCX platform
HCX connects on-premises systems, private clouds, VMware Cloud on AWS and hosted cloud infrastructures, creating a hybrid or multi-cloud environment for vSphere workloads. Continue Reading