Cloud Computing
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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
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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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Tutorial
18 Sep 2023
Get started with this quick Amazon SageMaker Autopilot tutorial
Building machine learning models can be a daunting and complicated task. Learn how Amazon SageMaker Autopilot can help and how to start an Autopilot experiment. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2023
Compare Azure Bicep vs. ARM templates
Azure Bicep can be easier to use than ARM templates when deploying Azure resources. Learn how the languages compare and how Bicep can help automate deployment. Continue Reading
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12 Sep 2023
Manage cloud waste and high costs with automation
Once you apply automation to a cloud waste strategy, it's continuously on guard and working in real time. See what manual tasks you can replace and available automation tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2023
Cloud budgeting for a multi-cloud strategy
A multi-cloud strategy can quickly become costly, especially with different providers. What you need is a cloud accountant to control the budgeting and billing processes. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2023
How to develop a cloud backup ransomware protection strategy
Deploying cloud backups for ransomware protection has become a common security strategy. Here's how to properly vet cloud storage vendors to ensure backups stay secure. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Sep 2023
Get started with SageMaker JumpStart
SageMaker JumpStart is a tool for both beginner and experienced machine learning software developers. Learn how the tool simplifies and accelerates the learning process. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Aug 2023
VMware Explore on generative AI and multi-cloud innovation
VMware Explore 2023 kicked off with big announcements surrounding generative AI and multi-cloud innovation. Read up on the latest key updates and what this means for VMware. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2023
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
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24 Aug 2023
Reduce cloud waste with proper provisioning best practices
Don't pay for resources you don't use. Implement these best practices to avoid overprovisioning through access controls, policies and right-sizing. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2023
7 use cases for Google Cloud committed use discounts
Google offers discounted prices for VM instances in exchange for year commitments. Find out what discounts are available, when to use them and common use cases. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
14 Aug 2023
An Azure Repos tutorial to build a container image
Azure Repos is a tool for IT teams working with repositories and code versions. Get to know the tool better, and see how to use it alongside pipelines to build a container image. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Aug 2023
A list of AWS networking services cloud users should know
AWS has cloud networking services for load balancing, traffic routing, content delivery and more. Learn which services and features work best with this overview. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Aug 2023
Build a multi-cloud Kubernetes cluster step by step
While Kubernetes is often deployed as a cluster on a single cloud, a multi-cloud cluster can provide numerous advantages, such as reliability, better performance and lower costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Aug 2023
Manage shadow IT with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Managing shadow IT doesn't have to be a daunting task. With Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, users can reap the benefits of cloud, while mitigating the risks of shadow IT. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
31 Jul 2023
Get started with Kubernetes Cloud Controller Manager
Kubernetes Cloud Controller Manager is an optional tool used to manage cluster resources. Learn how it works, why you may want to use it and the basics for getting started. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2023
Explore the key features of Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Monitoring and visibility are crucial when it comes to cloud security. Explore Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, and see how this cloud access security broker can mitigate threats. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jul 2023
Rein in services to avoid wasted cloud spend
Organizations often make the easy mistake of duplicate purchases, which lead to wasted cloud spend. Learn strategies to avoid overspending in the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jul 2023
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
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20 Jul 2023
5 Google Cloud cost optimization best practices
Cost is always a top priority for enterprises. For those considering Google Cloud, or current users, discover these optimization best practices to gain better control of spending. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
12 Jul 2023
How to create and manage Amazon EBS snapshots via AWS CLI
EBS snapshots are an essential part of any data backup and recovery strategy in EC2-based deployments. Become familiar with how to create and manage them with the AWS CLI. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2023
Prices for cloud infrastructure soar 30%
Tough macroeconomic conditions as well as high average selling prices for cloud computing and storage servers have forced enterprises to spend less on private cloud infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jul 2023
Deploy a low-latency app with AWS Local Zones in 5 steps
Once you decide AWS Local Zones are right for your application, it's time for deployment. Follow along in this step-by-step video tutorial to get started. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Jun 2023
Microsoft Azure Functions
Azure Functions is a serverless computing service, hosted on the Microsoft Azure public cloud, that streamlines the development of systems and applications. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jun 2023
HPE bets big on public cloud offering for AI
HPE is entering the AI public cloud provider market -- but is it ready? Read more about its AI offerings for HPE GreenLake and what this move means for users. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2023
Refining HPE GreenLake as it sets its sights on everything
HPE's Bryan Thompson talks about how HPE GreenLake has become synonymous with the brand, and looks to its future and how the platform will meet customers' specific needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Jun 2023
Are AWS Local Zones right for my low-latency app?
AWS offers its customers several options to minimize application latency. Let's look at the role AWS Local Zones can play in delivering your apps right on time. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2023
IBM aims to reduce cloud costs with $4.6B Apptio acquisition
Apptio fills FinOps holes in IBM Turbonomic, providing a tool to help organizations make IT budgeting decisions based on their business objectives. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2023
HPE customers move to embrace hybrid cloud by design
Hybrid clouds are often a reaction to problems. The Dallas Cowboys, Texas Children's Hospital and Experian turned to HPE GreenLake ahead of -- rather than in response to -- issues. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2023
HPE GreenLake expands further into AWS, VMware clouds
Updates to GreenLake services and new partnerships allow customers to integrate more AWS and VMware public cloud workloads into HPE's private cloud. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2023
HPE GreenLake private cloud gets self-managed, pre-deployed
At HPE Discover 2023, the vendor introduced new container support, a lower-tier private cloud and easier deployment at colocation data centers. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Jun 2023
Guard information in cloud with a data classification policy
The cloud's need for special data classification attention arises from a combination of risk factors. With proper care, classification and compliance can limit these risks. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jun 2023
Reduce latency with the right AWS placement group
When prioritizing latency in AWS, evaluate the advantages and limitations of placement groups and how they fit the desired cloud architecture outcome for an application. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jun 2023
Cloud-native development still a work in progress for companies
Enterprise Strategy Group's Paul Nashawaty breaks down the research firm's latest survey on the state of cloud-native application development. The picture isn't perfect. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 May 2023
Microsoft Azure VM Scale Sets
A Microsoft Azure VM Scale Set is a group of individual virtual machines (VMs) within the Microsoft Azure public cloud that IT administrators can configure and manage as a single unit. They are best suited for large-scale computing services, such as big data processing. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 May 2023
Dell Apex updates support enterprise 'cloud to ground' moves
Dell's latest Apex updates puts the company in a position to capitalize on the hybrid, multi-cloud and edge computing needs of enterprises. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 May 2023
Prepare for the Azure Security Engineer Associate certification
Are you ready to boost your resume or further your cloud career path? Review this preparation guide to get ready for Exam AZ-500 to become Microsoft certified. Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2023
Dell takes edge deployment from the frontier to NativeEdge
At Dell Tech World, the vendor seeks to simplify deploying and managing up to thousands of edge devices in various locations, as Project Frontier becomes Dell NativeEdge. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
22 May 2023
How to create an incremental snapshot in Azure
Incremental snapshots provide several advantages over full snapshots, including lower cost and faster backups. Learn how to create an incremental snapshot in Azure. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 May 2023
3 rules to adapt cloud change management policies
Having a change management policy can minimize risk when it comes to making changes. Follow these rules to adapt cloud change management policies and compliance within the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
17 May 2023
How to create a Google Cloud Spot VM
A Google Cloud Spot VM can help you take advantage of discounts, but you must be careful not to run certain apps on it. Learn more about Spot VMs and the process to create one. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 May 2023
Google doubles down on generative AI
From Google I/O 2023, Enterprise Strategy Group's Paul Nashawaty comments on AI enhancements to Google search, photos, maps and Gmail, and how the changes could affect developers. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 May 2023
Security experts share cloud auditing best practices
A cloud audit allows organizations to assess cloud vendor performance. Auditing experts Shinesa Cambric and Michael Ratemo talk about the role of compliance in auditing. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 May 2023
Deploy an app on Google Cloud Run with Terraform
Using Terraform to deploy an application to Google Cloud Run enables a scalable deployment process and can reduce configuration struggles. Follow this tutorial to get started. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 May 2023
VMware strives to become the multi-cloud leader
The multi-cloud world continues to expand, and VMware is taking its tag line of 'Realize what's possible' seriously. Learn more about what VMware has planned for multi-cloud. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 May 2023
How FinOps tools affect cloud decisions
Organizations adopt FinOps to optimize cloud costs, to align cloud spending with business functions and to establish better governance over cloud expenditures. But what is the impact? Continue Reading
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Tutorial
26 Apr 2023
How to create a CloudWatch alarm for an EC2 instance
CloudWatch alarms are the building blocks of monitoring and response tools in AWS. Get familiar with them by creating an Amazon CloudWatch alarm for an EC2 instance. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
26 Apr 2023
5 methods to restore an Azure VM
There are various ways to restore an Azure VM. Review why you would need to restore a VM, available restoration methods and which process fits your situation best. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Apr 2023
Cloud Foundry
Cloud Foundry is an open source cloud platform as a service (PaaS) on which developers can build, deploy, run and scale applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Apr 2023
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
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Tip
20 Apr 2023
The benefits and limitations of Google Cloud Recommender
Cloud costs can get out of hand but services such as Google Cloud Recommender provide insights to optimize your workloads. But can you trust its recommendations? Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2023
Zadara taps new CEO as founder moves to CTO role
Yoram Novick, the second CEO for cloud startup Zadara, brings decades of IT executive experience to the role and talks about private cloud competition in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Apr 2023
TOSCA (Topology and Orchestration Specification for Cloud Applications)
The Topology and Orchestration Specification for Cloud Applications (TOSCA) is an open source language used to describe the relationships and dependencies between services and applications that reside on a cloud computing platform. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Apr 2023
Red Hat OpenShift
Red Hat OpenShift is a multifaceted, open source container application development platform from Red Hat Inc. for the development, deployment and management of applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Apr 2023
Amazon S3 bucket
An Amazon S3 bucket is a public cloud storage resource available in Amazon Web Services' (AWS) Simple Storage Service (S3), an object storage offering. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Apr 2023
Azure Migrate
Azure Migrate is a Microsoft service that helps an enterprise assess how its on-premises workloads will perform, and how much they will cost to host, in the Azure public cloud. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Apr 2023
Azure Container Instances (ACI)
Azure Container Instances (ACI) is a service that enables a developer to deploy containers on the Microsoft Azure public cloud without having to provision or manage any underlying infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
03 Apr 2023
How latency-based routing works in Amazon Route 53
If you're looking at Amazon Route 53 as a way to reduce latency, here's how the service works. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Mar 2023
container registry
A container registry is a collection of repositories made to store container images. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Mar 2023
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
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Opinion
20 Mar 2023
Is a cloud-first strategy right for you?
A cloud-first strategy has its fair share of advantages and disadvantages. Learn how to avoid risks and build a strategy that is right for your organization. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Mar 2023
Microsoft Azure monitoring tools
Azure monitoring tools are software meant to assist in the different aspects of cloud infrastructure management and monitoring, centering around Microsoft’s cloud computing platform, Azure. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Mar 2023
How to use startup scripts in Google Cloud
Google Cloud lets you use startup scripts when booting VMs to improve security and reliability. Follow these steps to create your own startup scripts. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Mar 2023
Amazon AI
Amazon AI is a set of artificial intelligence (AI) services that offer machine learning (ML) and deep learning technologies for Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Mar 2023
Testing as a Service (TaaS)
Testing as a service (TaaS) is an outsourcing model in which testing activities associated with some of an organization's business activities are performed by a service provider rather than in-house employees. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Mar 2023
When to use AWS Compute Optimizer vs. Cost Explorer
AWS Compute Optimizer and Cost Explorer monitor, analyze and optimize your cloud costs. Compare the two tools to choose which is best for VM rightsizing. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Mar 2023
virtual private cloud (VPC)
A virtual private cloud (VPC) is the logical division of a service provider's public cloud multi-tenant architecture to support private cloud computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Mar 2023
AWS Partner Network (APN)
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN) is a classification endorsed by AWS for a global community of cloud service providers and vendors once they qualify for certain benchmarks. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Mar 2023
AWS Network Load Balancer (NLB)
AWS Network Load Balancer (NLB) is an Amazon Web Services tool that distributes high-performance traffic across multiple cloud instances and provides automatic scaling of resources to ensure low latency and high throughput for applications. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Mar 2023
Get to know the Azure resource hierarchy
Azure management groups, subscriptions, resource groups and resources are not mutually exclusive. Businesses can -- and often do -- use all of these scopes simultaneously. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Feb 2023
MuleSoft
MuleSoft is a Salesforce company that provides numerous tools to build automations and integrations for various enterprise use cases. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Feb 2023
Google Cloud Composer
Cloud Composer is a managed workflow orchestration service that is built on Apache Airflow. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
27 Feb 2023
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
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Definition
21 Feb 2023
AWS Key Management Service (AWS KMS)
AWS Key Management Service (KMS) is a managed service provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS) that allows companies to create, control and manage the cryptographic keys that encrypt and protect their data. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2023
Top cloud performance issues that bog down enterprise apps
Workloads with rigid latency, bandwidth, availability or integration requirements tend to perform better -- and cost less -- if you host them on private infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2023
Cloud is a growing force in industrial IoT
Utilities and manufacturers are examples of industries using distributed cloud computing in private facilities to collect and send data across multiple facilities. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Feb 2023
Boomi AtomSphere Platform (Dell Boomi AtomSphere)
Dell Boomi is a Software as a Service (SaaS) integration vendor that provides its AtomSphere technology to a host of industry giants, including Salesforce.com, NetSuite, SuccessFactors and SAP. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Feb 2023
AWS Management Console
The AWS Management Console is a web-based application that lets users access the broad range of services included in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Feb 2023
AWS On-Demand Instances (Amazon Web Services On-Demand Instances)
AWS On-Demand Instances (Amazon Web Services On-Demand Instances) are virtual servers that run in AWS Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) or AWS Relational Database Service (RDS) and are purchased at a fixed rate per hour. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2023
FinOps model eases cloud billing complexities
Cloud cost management is a top priority on admin's minds. FinOps expert Mike Fuller talks about cloud billing challenges and how to overcome them in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2023
Oracle officially supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux on OCI
Responding to user demand, Oracle struck a deal with Red Hat to make the latter's Enterprise Linux operating system an integral part of Oracle's multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2023
Latest Google Cloud AI shines spotlight on retail automation
AI-powered automated inventory tracking systems aren't perfect. However, retailers with high rates of lost sales from missing items in stores could still achieve a decent ROI. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Jan 2023
cloud collaboration
Cloud collaboration is a type of enterprise collaboration that allows employees to work together on documents and other data types, which are stored off-premises and outside of the company firewall. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
19 Jan 2023
How to set up autoscaling in Azure Kubernetes Service
Explore scaling options in AKS, such as the horizontal pod and the cluster autoscaler. Then, follow a step-by-step tutorial on how to manually and automatically scale resources. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Jan 2023
IaaS vs. PaaS options on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud Platform
Looking to shift your organization's workloads to the cloud? Understand the advantages and disadvantages of IaaS and PaaS options on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud Platform. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Jan 2023
2023 predictions for cloud, as a service and cost optimization
Given the highly uncertain state of the economy, this should be the year that brings an end to dinosaur thinking about enterprise IT and costs. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2023
Public cloud spending, competition to rise in 2023
In 2023, companies expect to increase spending on public cloud applications and infrastructure, and hyperscalers that have dominated the market will face new competition. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jan 2023
AWS Educate (Amazon Web Services Educate)
AWS Educate is a free, online learning program that teaches students about cloud computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jan 2023
shadow IT
Shadow IT is hardware or software within an enterprise that is not supported by the organization's central IT department. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
28 Dec 2022
How to perform and automate key rotation in Azure Key Vault
To add another level of security, find out how to automatically rotate keys within Azure key vault with step-by-step instructions for Azure Portal, CLI and PowerShell. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
27 Dec 2022
Deploy and manage Azure Key Vault with Terraform
Terraform manages resources using configuration files within cloud platforms. Follow this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to deploy and manage Azure Key Vault with Terraform. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Dec 2022
cloud sourcing
Cloud sourcing is an arrangement in which a company pays a third-party cloud hosting provider to deliver and support IT services that could be provided in-house. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Dec 2022
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
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Tip
14 Dec 2022
Weigh the benefits and drawbacks of a hybrid data warehouse
Among other benefits, a hybrid cloud data warehouse can offer enhanced flexibility and scalability, as well as on-demand access to emerging analytics services. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Dec 2022
AWS rolls out new EC2 instances at re:Invent 2022
The wrong instance type can affect workload performance and even increase costs. This year at re:Invent, AWS released new EC2 instances from general purpose to HPC optimized. Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2022
Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Oracle win JWCC contract
The Department of Defense Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability contract allows DOD departments to acquire cloud services and technology from Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Oracle. Continue Reading
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News
07 Dec 2022
HPE GreenLake for Private Cloud updates boost hybrid clouds
HPE continues investing in GreenLake for private and hybrid clouds as demand for those services increases. Meanwhile, competition in the cloud market heats up. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2022
Reynolds runs its first cloud test in manufacturing
The maker of popular household brands will decide whether an IoT system from DXC Technology will help reduce natural gas use in Reynolds' manufacturing operations. Continue Reading
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News
01 Dec 2022
Rise in Nutanix revenue driven by subscription renewals
Nutanix revenues jumped 15% thanks to more users renewing their subscriptions. The company also reported positive quarterly non-GAAP income for the first time. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Nov 2022
Compare Azure Key Vault vs. Kubernetes Secrets
Secrets require a certain level of upkeep such as storage, delivery and management. Compare services in these criteria and learn how to use Key Vault for AKS. Continue Reading
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News
30 Nov 2022
AWS joins Microsoft in providing supply chain visibility
AWS found that the core reason companies find supply chains challenging to manage is the lack of visibility across complicated networks. Continue Reading