Cloud Computing
Top Stories
-
Tip
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
-
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
-
News
22 Mar 2018
IBM PAIRS Geoscope brings geospatial-temporal data to devs
IBM Research's Geoscope service targets developers who build complex applications that require data from large, disparate geospatial-temporal data sets. Continue Reading
-
News
21 Mar 2018
IBM cloud tools aim to woo the unconvinced
IBM's latest batch of cloud tools aims to help customers deploy and manage workloads on private and public clouds and keep the company at the center of their cloud strategies. Continue Reading
-
Tip
21 Mar 2018
Human error still poses a significant cloud security risk
Even with the most sophisticated cloud security tools in play, human error -- both from end users and IT teams -- can open up your enterprise to numerous kinds of attacks. Continue Reading
-
Tip
19 Mar 2018
How Amazon Comprehend works for basic text analysis
Amazon's text analysis service, Comprehend, parses documents for key phrases, sentiment and more. But there are volume and input limitations to mind. Continue Reading
-
News
15 Mar 2018
Analysts: How to make IBM Cloud services more competitive
To make IBM Cloud more competitive, Big Blue must stand by its enterprise base, while it also satisfies the developer community and expands its infrastructure tools. Continue Reading
-
Feature
14 Mar 2018
Don't overlook these practices in software modernization
During app modernization projects, teams commonly overlook basic goals, processes and tools, which can sully app launches as a result. Continue Reading
-
Tip
13 Mar 2018
Google preemptible VMs reduce cloud costs -- with a catch
With its preemtible VMs, Google offers spare compute capacity at a discounted price. But be careful not to run certain apps on these VM types, as they shut down at any time. Continue Reading
-
Tip
12 Mar 2018
Try this data science experiment for deep learning insights
Deep learning professionals require a specific set of skills and tools. Follow this simple example of a data science project to learn more about the technology and related careers. Continue Reading
-
Tip
12 Mar 2018
Use LinuxKit to increase container portability
With LinuxKit, Docker continues its push for better container portability. Learn how the tool can help your apps run across various platforms, as well as its potential limitations. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
12 Mar 2018
Alibaba Cloud services become strong IaaS contender
Alibaba continues to gain traction in the IaaS market, and despite not having the same breadth of services as some of its rivals, it could lure some smaller shops away from AWS. Continue Reading
-
Feature
08 Mar 2018
Modernize legacy applications with containers, microservices
To break down monolithic apps and modernize them for cloud deployment, enterprise development teams continue to turn to containers and microservices. Continue Reading
-
News
08 Mar 2018
VMware cloud services tidy up AWS migration path
VMware Cloud on AWS has improved migrations, cost controls and availability, as VMware pitches customers on the value of hosting vSphere-based workloads on the public cloud. Continue Reading
-
News
07 Mar 2018
Cloud security challenges spark startup acquisitions
Cloud security startups are popular acquisition targets, as cloud providers and third parties seek to address corporate IT concerns across multiple platforms. Continue Reading
-
Quiz
07 Mar 2018
Can you choose the right tools to manage Azure resources?
Azure continues to evolve its tool set to simplify cloud monitoring and management for admins. Take this brief quiz to see how much you know about these tools' capabilities. Continue Reading
-
Tip
05 Mar 2018
Manage app dependencies carefully for serverless platforms
Application dependencies are tough to manage in serverless computing. Developers need to take specific steps, including the establishment of a well-defined CI/CD process, to cope. Continue Reading
-
Feature
02 Mar 2018
Third-party tools help manage DevOps with AWS, multi-cloud
Many IT teams struggle with the cultural and technical shift to DevOps. Nathaniel Felsen, a DevOps professional, sorts through some tough choices. Continue Reading
-
Tip
01 Mar 2018
Optimize serverless apps with real-time troubleshooting
Serverless computing demands a new way of thinking to successfully troubleshoot apps. Carefully define error states, and maintain logs to pinpoint and solve performance issues. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
01 Mar 2018
Serverless apps, encryption top AWS features in February
Many cloud developers espouse the benefits of serverless computing, but others find the approach unwieldy or difficult to manage. The AWS Serverless Application Repository, one of several AWS ... Continue Reading
-
Tip
01 Mar 2018
Four things to know before an Azure Stack deployment
Intended to simplify management and development across public and private clouds, Azure Stack looks to address some of IT's biggest hybrid hang-ups. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
28 Feb 2018
Dropbox is likely an outlier with its successful cloud data migration off AWS
Dropbox's move off AWS was a windfall for the company, but most traditional corporations shouldn't bank on similar success. The file hosting company saved nearly $75 million in infrastructure costs ... Continue Reading
-
Opinion
28 Feb 2018
Compare AWS container services for your cloud needs
Amazon EKS meets user demand for Kubernetes support on AWS, but ECS is still an intriguing option for some use cases. See which offering best fits your needs. Continue Reading
-
Feature
26 Feb 2018
AWS managed services improve performance, cost efficiency
In this book excerpt from Effective DevOps with AWS, learn how to drive performance improvements and reduce costs with data management services. Continue Reading
-
News
26 Feb 2018
Hyperscale providers bet big on cloud AI
AI cloud services have emerged as yet another battleground for the hyperscale providers, as they entice data scientists and developers to train their models on their platforms. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
26 Feb 2018
Look beyond public cloud giants for the right PaaS offering
While the leading public cloud vendors remain a popular choice for PaaS, there are other offerings, ranging from Heroku to Engine Yard, that might be worth a closer look. Continue Reading
-
Answer
26 Feb 2018
Explore the revert-to-snapshot feature in OpenStack Cinder
OpenStack Cinder has added a revert-to-snapshot function, enabling enterprises to recover from corrupted data sets. However, if the feature falls into the wrong hands, risks arise. Continue Reading
-
Guide
23 Feb 2018
Prepare and manage enterprise apps for an IaaS model
A growing number of businesses see the value in infrastructure as a service. But without careful app migration and management practices, the benefits of cloud can be lost. Continue Reading
-
Tip
22 Feb 2018
HIPAA-eligible services nudge enterprises toward compliance
While certain services on AWS can help you ensure HIPAA compliance, don't view them as a complete replacement for proper security checks and approval processes. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
22 Feb 2018
Cloud-centric IBM patents promise payoff
IBM plans to commercialize investments in cloud R&D into products, services and tools that draw new customers. Continue Reading
-
Feature
22 Feb 2018
Multi-cloud management still a work in progress for IT teams
Multi-cloud deployments are a mixed bag, providing both business value and complex management challenges. Fortunately, a number of third-party management tools can help. Continue Reading
-
Tip
21 Feb 2018
Bare-metal cloud services lure legacy workloads off premises
For some enterprises, bare-metal services in the cloud act as a crucial steppingstone to an IaaS deployment, and providers, including IBM, Oracle and AWS, have taken notice. Continue Reading
-
Tip
21 Feb 2018
Virtualization trends in 2018 signal edge technology disruption
New technologies build on virtualization and threaten disruption. Virtualization administrators must familiarize themselves with what's coming and plan their careers accordingly. Continue Reading
-
Tip
21 Feb 2018
Azure and AWS continue their race for public cloud dominance
In the battle between public cloud vendors, Microsoft hopes its large enterprise customer base and a focus on hybrid cloud can help it close the gap with AWS. Continue Reading
-
Tip
21 Feb 2018
Structure public cloud accounts for optimal resource tracking
As enterprises move to public IaaS or broaden their existing deployments, cloud account management gets tricky. Follow this example to find the structure that works best for you. Continue Reading
-
News
20 Feb 2018
Xively buy broadens Google Cloud IoT tool utility
The latest Google Cloud acquisition points to a doubling down on IoT, as the company tries to keep pace with AWS and Microsoft Azure in this emerging market. Continue Reading
- 20 Feb 2018
-
Tip
19 Feb 2018
Prepare for hybrid cloud implementation with these key steps
As enterprises mix public and private IT resources, they grapple with app workflows, network connections and more. Here are four ways to alleviate common hybrid cloud challenges. Continue Reading
-
Feature
19 Feb 2018
Containerized applications and the portability dream
To make containers work within a cloud strategy, you're going to need to carefully consider the complexities of porting an application from platform to platform. Continue Reading
-
Tip
19 Feb 2018
AWS Direct Connect gateway grants your network global access
Large global enterprises will welcome AWS Direct Connect gateways, which enable multi-region connections to VPCs. However, some limitations to the service still exist. Continue Reading
-
Tip
19 Feb 2018
Build a multi-cloud app with these four factors in mind
A multi-cloud strategy reduces vendor lock-in and outage risks. But to realize those benefits, development teams must first design apps to successfully run on various platforms. Continue Reading
-
News
15 Feb 2018
VMware acquisition continues move toward cloud security
VMware cloud security tools will get a boost from the company's acquisition of CloudCoreo, a security and management startup focused on cloud deployments. Continue Reading
-
Tip
15 Feb 2018
DynamoDB features recharge AWS database service
Developers who got sick of AWS' roundabout backup method for DynamoDB can breathe a sigh of relief. Backup and Restore, as well as Global Tables, eliminate cumbersome processes. Continue Reading
-
Feature
14 Feb 2018
Application release automation drifts to the cloud
CI/CD initiatives will spark increased adoption of app release automation tools this year, including those hosted in the cloud, but the market hasn't fully matured just yet. Continue Reading
-
Tip
14 Feb 2018
User self-service challenges mount in multi-cloud computing
Self-service provisioning presents challenges with a single cloud provider, and a multi-cloud strategy only magnifies those issues, as IT seeks to integrate multiple interfaces. Continue Reading
-
News
13 Feb 2018
Oracle Cloud data center buildup aims to enchant enterprises
An updated Oracle Cloud SLA becomes the first to factor in performance standards for customers -- one of several moves aimed at luring enterprises to its expanding public cloud. Continue Reading
-
Answer
13 Feb 2018
Avoid AWS access control mistakes to keep your cloud safe
If you get clumsy with AWS security, you can put your whole business at risk. Be wary of these common errors, and implement best practices to secure your workloads. Continue Reading
-
Photo Story
12 Feb 2018
Eight tips to roll a service or app into an AWS deployment
With dozens of services available, it can be a challenge to integrate new services or apps into an AWS deployment. Use these eight tips to get started. Continue Reading
-
Feature
12 Feb 2018
Four tips to manage costs in a multi-cloud architecture
For some enterprises, it's difficult enough to manage and optimize the costs of a single cloud platform. And in a multi-cloud environment, those challenges only increase. Continue Reading
-
News
09 Feb 2018
AWS Instance Scheduler adds more automation options
AWS automation capabilities continue to expand, as the cloud vendor pushes customers to follow its lead to eliminate manual steps and gain efficiency. Continue Reading
-
News
09 Feb 2018
Can niche cloud players take on hyperscale cloud providers?
AWS, Azure and GCP are top of mind for public cloud market share, but companies lower down the ranks want their piece of the pie, too. Continue Reading
-
Tip
09 Feb 2018
Review chatbot development options in public cloud
As users look to interact with applications via more natural language and text, chatbots become increasingly popular. And many developers turn to the public cloud to create them. Continue Reading
-
News
08 Feb 2018
The window to be a hyperscale cloud provider is closing
A handful of companies will control the majority of the public cloud. Is there still room for big-name companies to join the club, or are they already too late? Continue Reading
-
News
08 Feb 2018
Serverless technology seeks mainstream enterprise traction
Serverless tech providers continue to add features as a service that have enterprise interests in mind, and IT pros have some wish list items. Continue Reading
-
Quiz
06 Feb 2018
Test your knowledge of the AWS shared responsibility model
Do you know where AWS' security responsibility ends and yours begins? Try your hand with this quick quiz. Continue Reading
-
News
06 Feb 2018
IBM taps Mendix for low-code platform deal
As the market to empower citizen app developers heats up, IBM and Mendix have joined forces to deliver low-code tools for the IBM Cloud. Continue Reading
-
Tip
06 Feb 2018
How cloud vets can advance along an AWS career path
Cloud training companies often gear their material toward newcomers. But experienced cloud professionals can enhance their knowledge, too, with some dedication. Continue Reading
-
Tip
05 Feb 2018
Azure B-series VMs reduce resource waste for bursty apps
Paying only for the resources they consume is the ultimate goal for many enterprises in the cloud. Azure's B-series VMs make that goal more attainable -- for certain workloads. Continue Reading
-
Tip
05 Feb 2018
Mitigate low-code/no-code platform security risks
While you can't entirely avoid the security risks of low-code and no-code platforms, you can mitigate them. Here's a look at the top vulnerabilities and how to combat them. Continue Reading
-
Tip
02 Feb 2018
How to deploy IoT Lambda on AWS Greengrass-connected hardware
Not all Lambda functions are built the same. Follow this advice, and implement best practices to account for Lambda limitations and features in Greengrass edge deployments. Continue Reading
-
News
02 Feb 2018
AWS appeals to the masses with low-code development project
AWS has created a low-code dev environment to help tech-savvy business users build apps for the public cloud and draw new customers to its platform. Continue Reading
-
News
01 Feb 2018
AWS bandwidth upgrade opens door to more data movement
A bandwidth jolt to AWS networking services gives customers faster data transfer between services, and creates workflows that might have otherwise been prohibitive. Continue Reading
-
Tip
31 Jan 2018
Latest AWS machine learning service takes aim at AI novices
The latest service in AWS' AI portfolio, Amazon SageMaker, is designed to simplify the deployment of new machine learning models, but still requires data science skills. Continue Reading
-
Tip
31 Jan 2018
Compare managed Kubernetes services from AWS and Azure
AWS and Azure have both rolled out a managed service for Kubernetes, and while their overall aim is the same, there are key differences users should note. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
31 Jan 2018
Serverless cloud providers aim to ease adoption in 2018
As the buzz around serverless computing carries over into 2018, providers will look to simplify adoption in several ways, including more support for hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
30 Jan 2018
EC2 features aim at network, performance improvements
AWS users have a green light to rev the full bandwidth potential of a particular instance. AWS removed its 5 Gbps limit and improved performance for network connections to and from Elastic Compute ... Continue Reading
-
Tip
29 Jan 2018
Prep an OpenStack private cloud for a multi-cloud deployment
Enterprises with an OpenStack private cloud can still jump on the multi-cloud bandwagon. But they should prepare for challenges around data management and platform compatibility. Continue Reading
-
Feature
29 Jan 2018
Hybrid cloud migration starts with updating the private cloud
It might seem counterintuitive, but a key part of hybrid cloud adoption is committing the time and resources to updating your private cloud. These steps will set you up for success. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
29 Jan 2018
Prepare for these cloud computing technologies in 2018
Not sure what to expect, exactly, in the cloud computing market in 2018? Three of our Advisory Board members share their top predictions. Continue Reading
-
Tip
29 Jan 2018
EKS enters the fray of container orchestrator options
Amazon EKS relieves some of the headaches that have plagued the provider's Elastic Container Service. Here's an overview of key features and how to get started with a migration. Continue Reading
-
Tip
29 Jan 2018
Big data in cloud computing demands an IT skill set change
Enterprises continue to shift big data workloads to the cloud. And while the move doesn't require a total overhaul of IT skills, it does demand some change for admin and dev teams. Continue Reading
-
News
26 Jan 2018
AWS snaps up Sqrrl to strengthen threat detection, analytics
Amazon's move to fold Sqrrl, a threat detection startup, into AWS security services could help bring together its growing list of disparate security tools. Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
26 Jan 2018
Cloud conferences to check out in the first half of 2018
For beginners and experts alike, cloud conferences are a good way to gain industry knowledge and sharpen your skills. Here are some to pencil in over the next several months. Continue Reading
-
Tip
26 Jan 2018
Manage APIs with microservices in a Lambda architecture
When you use Serverless Framework in an AWS environment, you might run into resource limits. Chris Moyer explains how to use microservices to avoid this problem. Continue Reading
-
Tip
26 Jan 2018
CASBs address wide range of cloud security concerns
Cloud and distributed apps create complex security challenges. CASBs aim to resolve these issues with features for threat protection, data loss prevention and more. Continue Reading
-
News
25 Jan 2018
Azure networking feature addresses latency, performance
An Accelerated Networking upgrade to Microsoft Azure reduces latency and improves performance for newer VMs, as Microsoft tries to keep pace with AWS. TEST Continue Reading
-
Photo Story
25 Jan 2018
Five cloud computing skills to propel your career in 2018
The cloud market moves at the speed of light, so some IT pros struggle to pinpoint which new technologies and skills to learn. Here are five to prioritize in 2018. Continue Reading
-
Tip
25 Jan 2018
Learn these AWS basics before you run VMware on AWS
There are a few things every vSphere admin should know before he tries to run VMware on AWS, including how VPCs work and how AWS handles resource provisioning. Continue Reading
-
Feature
25 Jan 2018
Words to go: Basic cloud computing terms
New to cloud computing? Use this list of basic terms to familiarize yourself with common deployment models, service categories and top providers. Continue Reading
-
Tip
25 Jan 2018
M EC2 instance family offers versatile compute, at a price
General-purpose EC2 instances, like the M and T series, fit many types of applications. But before you rush to use them, know your workloads and how much capacity they need. Continue Reading
-
Tip
24 Jan 2018
Dive into AWS data lakes for analytics projects
Data lakes on AWS can provide a treasure trove of information -- if you can work past complexity and management issues. Test the water with these cloud services. Continue Reading
-
Tip
23 Jan 2018
Google cloud features evolve to turn up the heat on AWS
Google made several moves in 2017 in an attempt to close the gap between itself and market leader AWS. But will those efforts be enough to win over new customers? Continue Reading
-
Feature
23 Jan 2018
Choose a loosely coupled architecture for DevOps success
To successfully pivot your organization toward DevOps and cloud, carefully evaluate and fine-tune your architecture first, and then think about tool sets. Continue Reading
-
Tip
22 Jan 2018
Evaluate VMware, public cloud provider integration
Hybrid cloud providers don't yet have the seamless integration they promised. VMware cluster admins need to evaluate available options in order to formulate a VMware cloud strategy. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
22 Jan 2018
IaaS providers weigh new tech against core offerings
Like its rivals, AWS continues to push itself up the stack -- and capture headlines in the process. But user demand still revolves around core infrastructure features. Continue Reading
-
News
19 Jan 2018
AWS Auto Scaling simplifies management across services
Amazon's Auto Scaling service can reduce duplicate efforts by users. It's also the latest example of Amazon's effort to streamline and automate its large list of services. Continue Reading
-
Tip
17 Jan 2018
Google Cloud Dedicated Interconnect offers VPN alternative
Google's Dedicated Interconnect enables an enterprise to privately connect its data center to the public cloud. Here's a breakdown of key features and the requirements to use it. Continue Reading
-
News
16 Jan 2018
Meltdown-Spectre bugs hit cloud usage less than first feared
IT shops expected their cloud usage to flag due to recent chip bugs, but most environments survived the patches unscathed. Continue Reading
-
Tip
16 Jan 2018
Three Amazon AI-based projects to get your dev team rolling
Amazon AI technologies expand capabilities for enterprise developers. Try out these sample AI projects to familiarize yourself with deep learning and image recognition features. Continue Reading
-
Tip
16 Jan 2018
BPM market advances around AI, cloud technology
As AI, microservices and other emerging technologies transform the BPM industry, enterprises need to carefully navigate their business processes to the cloud to avoid GRC risks. Continue Reading
-
Tip
16 Jan 2018
Migrate cloud applications back to on-premises applications
In the cloud frenzy, it's easy to lose sight of what to do if the cloud doesn't work. With time, patience and cost planning, administrators can migrate applications back on premises. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
15 Jan 2018
Serverless, containers shape future of cloud computing
Experts seem to agree that serverless platforms, containers and the eventual merging of the two will be the biggest cloud trends to follow this year. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
12 Jan 2018
App development teams brace for big change in 2018
Multi-cloud, blockchain and more sophisticated PaaS tools are three trends expected to reshape app development practices in 2018. Is your team ready for the change? Continue Reading
-
Opinion
12 Jan 2018
AWS-VMware partnership remains a win-win -- for now
When AWS and VMware partnered up, it opened new revenue streams for each company. But does the deal mark a one-off collaboration or a long-term team-up? Continue Reading
-
Opinion
11 Jan 2018
Providers continue to push hybrid cloud technologies in 2018
The hybrid cloud market changes rapidly, as major cloud providers release new services to bridge private and public platforms, but for now, management challenges remain. Continue Reading
-
Tip
11 Jan 2018
VMware SaaS strategy bridges requirements from data center to cloud
VMware's effort to embrace SaaS tools might seem counterintuitive, but it's a move that recognizes both the appeal of the cloud and the continued necessity of on-site data centers. Continue Reading
-
Answer
11 Jan 2018
Transition to a hybrid cloud platform from a private cloud
Consider factors like security, platform compatibility, data usage requirements and management when transitioning from a private cloud to a hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
-
Feature
10 Jan 2018
Five AWS tips and tricks to advance cloud app development
Developers in 2017 continued to embrace Lambda and containers, as AWS added more support and services. Review SearchAWS' top development advice from last year to prepare for 2018. Continue Reading
-
Tip
09 Jan 2018
AWS container services evolve, but remain a work in progress
At re:Invent, AWS made a number of enhancements to its container services portfolio. But its bedrock container orchestration service, Amazon ECS, still vexes some dev teams. Continue Reading
-
News
08 Jan 2018
Microsoft advances Azure hybrid strategy with Avere deal
Microsoft's acquisition of Avere Systems addresses a shortcoming in Azure storage services and could help steal some business from AWS and GCP. Continue Reading
-
Answer
08 Jan 2018
The case for private cloud vs. public cloud implementation
Take security, compliance, cost and scalability into account when deciding between a private and public cloud. Also, think about the future potential of hybrid cloud adoption. Continue Reading
-
Feature
08 Jan 2018
The future of AWS holds new tech, heated competition
As the world rings in a new year, AWS moves forward in a contentious cloud market. Our experts speculate whether edge, IoT and machine learning will help AWS maintain its lead. Continue Reading
