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News
15 Oct 2026
Vendors build safeguards for autonomous software factories
Experts say baked-in workload isolation, network controls and continuous verification are important safeguards for autonomous software development. Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2026
Gartner forecasts massive AI infrastructure write-downs
Gartner forecasts that up to 80% of neoclouds will cease independent operations by 2030, as projected AI infrastructure costs exceed projected revenue. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Dec 2021
How to tackle container orchestration challenges
Container orchestration brings many benefits, like improved productivity and security, but before those advantages can be realized, IT teams must overcome several hurdles. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
10 Dec 2021
Microsoft Teams lifecycle management with PowerShell and Graph
A rushed Microsoft Teams deployment could lead to unintended gaps in security and governance. Here's how to use PowerShell and the Microsoft Graph to regain control. Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2021
'Shift left' doesn't complete DevSecOps story for fintech
An online banking SaaS company trained its developers to code securely, but API security also required "shifting right" to bolster production-level monitoring tools and training. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2021
Find the right service mesh tool for Kubernetes environments
Kubernetes is an industry must-have, but still lacks in certain areas -- that's where service mesh comes in. Discover four service mesh tools to use with your Kubernetes platform. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Dec 2021
ISA Server
Microsoft's ISA Server (Internet Security and Acceleration Server) was the successor to Microsoft's Proxy Server 2.0 and was part of Microsoft's .NET support. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Dec 2021
Geek gifts 2021: Home office edition
Remote work seems to be here to stay for many IT pros, and shoppers for geek gifts this year have plenty of home office gadgetry and creature comforts from which to choose. Continue Reading
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Quiz
08 Dec 2021
How well do you know container basics?
As containers continue to evolve with IT operations, it's important to have a good grasp of the basics. Test your knowledge and understanding with this container quiz. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2021
10 DevSecOps metrics that actually measure success
Knowing which metrics to monitor is a good place to start when measuring success. Here are the ones to collect, and what to do once you have them. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2021
Why you should plan to upgrade to Azure AD Connect v2 soon
Administrators who rely on an Azure AD Connect v1 version for hybrid identity with Office 365 should prepare for the impending retirement of several technologies in the utility. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Dec 2021
live migration
Live migration refers to the process of moving a virtual machine running on one physical host to another host without disrupting normal operations or causing any downtime or other adverse effects for the end user. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Dec 2021
command-line interface (CLI)
A command-line interface (CLI) is a text-based user interface (UI) used to run programs, manage computer files and interact with the computer. Continue Reading
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03 Dec 2021
Deutsche Telekom preps Kubernetes 5G core with GitOps
GitOps will help the German mobile carrier manage IT automation for its 5G SA app on a large internal Kubernetes platform with minimal staff needed to do hands-on administration. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Dec 2021
Low-cost virtualization courses to build your VMware skills
Online courses are a great option for professional development, but they can be costly. Options from Udemy, LinkedIn and Global Knowledge let you increase skills at minimal cost. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2021
AWS Kubernetes roadmap includes Flux for GitOps
Amazon EKS will include a Flux-based GitOps add-on, while ECS Anywhere seems destined for a niche in edge computing, per roadmap plans unveiled by AWS execs this week. Continue Reading
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News
02 Dec 2021
Google changes tune on Knative, applies to CNCF
Google's decision to submit Knative to the CNCF for incubation prompts speculation about its future: a budding industry standard or a project not worth keeping to itself? Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Dec 2021
5 open source continuous delivery tools to trial
To achieve continuous delivery, development teams must release code in short cycles. These five open source tools can help get the job done. Continue Reading
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News
01 Dec 2021
AWS DevSecOps tools build in advanced features
Enterprises stand to benefit from new AWS DevSecOps features, even if they don't use them, as analysts say they set a new baseline for third-party vendors to differentiate against. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Nov 2021
Learn to use Kubernetes CRDs in this tutorial example
Custom resource definitions enable IT organizations to create objects Kubernetes doesn't offer by default. Learn how to use them here. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Nov 2021
How viable is open source service mesh?
The open source vs. proprietary service mesh debate has a lot of gray area, and the best fit for an org might fall into that spectrum. Here's what to consider before you decide. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Nov 2021
swap file (swap space or page file)
A swap file is a system file that creates temporary storage space on a solid-state drive or hard disk when the system runs low on memory. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Nov 2021
restore point
A system restore point is a backup copy of important Windows operating system (OS) files and settings that can be used to recover the system to an earlier point of time in the event of system failure or instability. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Nov 2021
IT skills shortage opens chances for growth and diversity
A lack of skilled employees can hurt business initiatives. To solve this IT skills gap will take commitments to meeting employee demands and dedication to learning. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Nov 2021
Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)
The Preboot Execution Environment or PXE (commonly pronounced as pixie) is a client-server environment that enables network computers to boot over the network interface card (NIC), instead of from a CD-ROM or hard disk. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Nov 2021
Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)
Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) is a set of specifications from Microsoft for consolidating the management of devices and applications in a network from Windows computing systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Nov 2021
Start managing with these Microsoft Graph API features
Microsoft Graph offers several administrative advantages when handling jobs on Microsoft 365 and Azure AD, but be aware of some potential trouble spots when employing this technology. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Nov 2021
VCF 4.3 focuses on security vulnerability elimination
VMware's updates to its VCF product include additional security measures, such as FIPS support, as well as improvements to its core components, including vSphere Lifecycle Manager. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Nov 2021
Medicate your cloud hangover if costs soared too high
The headache from a cloud hangover can be just as bad as a regular one. Thankfully, there is an IT equivalent to ibuprofen and water to help manage the costs. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Nov 2021
Ctrl-Alt-Delete
On a personal computer with the Microsoft Windows operating system, Control+Alt+Delete is the combination of the Ctrl key, the Alt key, and Del key that a user can press at the same time to terminate an application task or to reboot the operating system. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Nov 2021
dynamic link library (DLL)
A dynamic link library (DLL) is a collection of small programs that larger programs can load when needed to complete specific tasks. Continue Reading
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News
18 Nov 2021
DevOps platforms hone developer experience, yield ops wins
When IT ops teams centralized infrastructure automation behind developer-friendly self-service interfaces with DevOps platforms, developers weren't the only ones who benefited. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Nov 2021
Why you should use a service mesh with microservices
Still on the fence about service mesh? See how it supports a microservices architecture and application deployments, along with the other benefits it brings to an organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Nov 2021
6 use cases for Docker containers -- and when to pass
From app testing to reducing infrastructure costs and beyond, Docker has many great use cases. But developers should remember that, like any technology, Docker has limitations. Continue Reading
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News
12 Nov 2021
Cisco emerging tech VP plans for API security, observability
Vijoy Pandey, head of Cisco's emerging technology and incubation group, charts a long-term roadmap for application-level networking from cloud to the edge. Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2021
Atlassian Jira ITSM sways IT pros with pricing, integrations
Since its first release a year ago, Atlassian Jira Service Management has closed competitive feature gaps and captured adoption, although some key features remain in development. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Nov 2021
6 common IT problems in business and how to navigate them
Remote work has created an array of new problems to address for business operation and support. Tackling them might be a little tricky. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Nov 2021
Update incident response runbooks to meet new requirements
Incident response runbooks provide IT teams with the information needed to resolve common and serious incidents. Break a runbook down into flows to construct documentation. Continue Reading
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News
10 Nov 2021
Exchange zero-day corrected on November Patch Tuesday
Microsoft released a security update to shut down a publicly exploited vulnerability in the beleaguered on-premises messaging platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Nov 2021
Why you should consider an upgrade from PowerShell 5.1 to 7
A switch to PowerShell 7 will bring performance benefits along with expanded functionality to help administrators keep pace with changing needs in the enterprise. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Nov 2021
Spreading the DevOps observability responsibility across IT
In a DevOps environment, who oversees observability? Learn how to divide IT observability tasks and management, starting with a solid communication and collaboration strategy. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Nov 2021
These Posh-SSH examples pave the way to Linux management
Need to work with remote Linux systems? A PowerShell module with file-handling functionality can help Windows shops looking for a reliable management platform. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
05 Nov 2021
Slow Office 365 admin portal problems? Give PowerShell a try
IT work is frustrating enough without having to deal with sluggish admin center performance. See how PowerShell makes Microsoft service management less of a chore. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Nov 2021
Compare 3 managed Kubernetes service providers
Kubernetes can be difficult for an enterprise to handle on its own. However, there are a slew of managed service options -- but which one to choose? Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Nov 2021
Your starter guide to Docker troubleshooting
Though containers bring a lot of benefits, no container engine is perfect. Get an idea of what Docker troubleshooting involves, available tools and helpful commands for analysis. Continue Reading
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News
02 Nov 2021
Microsoft Azure Stack HCI adds Arc, virtual desktop support
Azure Stack HCI users now have more management features, better integration with Arc and the ability to run Windows virtual desktops. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
02 Nov 2021
Try this AWS Proton tutorial to build templates quickly
AWS Proton enables IT admins to create templates for environments and the services that live in them. Follow this tutorial and learn to do both. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Nov 2021
Dark data discovery: How and where to find it
Before an organization can use dark data, it must find it. Here's how an enterprise can build a plan to locate, use and manage dark data and overcome its challenges. Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2021
Microsoft earnings soar on the wings of Azure, Office
Microsoft reported revenues of $45.3 billion, a 22% gain over last year's first fiscal quarter. The company saw cloud revenue for the quarter surpass $20 billion for the first time. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Oct 2021
What is hardware virtualization?
Hardware virtualization, which is also known as server virtualization or simply virtualization, is the abstraction of computing resources from the software that uses those resources. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Oct 2021
IT firm scores victory with stadium technology project
IT services provider Atomic Data helped set up key networking components for FC Cincinnati's new soccer stadium. The project deployed a mix of Aruba Networks technology. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Oct 2021
What is hardware-assisted virtualization?
Hardware-assisted virtualization is the use of a computer's physical components to support the software that creates and manages virtual machines (VMs). Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Oct 2021
Managed DevOps services or in-house DevOps: Which is best?
A successful DevOps adoption requires significant time and resources. That is why organizations use managed DevOps services to streamline the process -- but is it still DevOps? Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Oct 2021
Control restricted content with Office 365 sensitivity labels
Learn to work within the compliance portal or use PowerShell to create and publish the labels your organization needs to maintain control over restricted content. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
25 Oct 2021
Connect data with PowerShell's Join-Object module
In PowerShell, connect different data sources and sets with the community module Join-Object. Examine different examples and use cases to relate your data. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
21 Oct 2021
Get up to speed with PowerShell and the Microsoft Graph API
Microsoft plans to retire technologies that admins depend on to handle Office 365 and other cloud services via PowerShell. Learn how to start with this newer management method. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2021
HashiCorp cozies up to Azure AD for zero-trust security
HashiCorp's Boundary access control utility will sync automatically with Microsoft Azure's Active Directory identity management service, the vendors said this week. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2021
Splunk SOAR low-code tool bridges IT automation gaps
Splunk's security orchestration tool bolstered low-code integration features this week, which in the case of Lockheed Martin eased self-healing IT infrastructure tasks as well. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2021
Splunk pricing, observability updates push cloud shift
Some Splunk customers are newly receptive to the vendor's cloud push in a pandemic-stricken economy, and it's piled on further pricing incentives to sweeten the deal. Continue Reading
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19 Oct 2021
Dell officially spins off 81% equity ownership of VMware
The spinoff agreement provides VMware with increased strategic and financial flexibility to grow its cloud and infrastructure software business. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Oct 2021
5 nontechnical metrics to measure DevOps success
There are a lot of specific, technical KPIs for IT admins to track, but what are the nontechnical signs that your organization's DevOps transformation is going well? Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2021
Consider Grafana vs. Prometheus for your time-series tools
Grafana and Prometheus both monitor logs, manage reports and store time-series data -- but differ significantly. Discover their pros and cons with these examples and use cases. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2021
OpenSSF adds $10M to software supply chain security effort
IT pros hope for improved software supply chain security standards from OpenSSF, a Linux Foundation group that gained momentum with new funding this week. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2021
GitOps practitioners address configuration management issues
IT pros shared workflow patterns and tool updates they say have helped them overcome one of the most common problems with performing GitOps at scale. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2021
DevOps platform operators hone support for GitOps
GitOps practitioners at companies such as State Farm and Intuit have begun to fill in the details of observability, security and other 'day 2' practices for the maturing paradigm. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2021
Crossplane project could disrupt infrastructure as code
An emerging CNCF project extends Kubernetes orchestration to non-container resources, displacing infrastructure-as-code tools in some early-adopter environments. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Oct 2021
What to know about dark data management
With machine learning, dark data has many use cases. But before organizations can even think to use it, they must tackle several management tasks. Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2021
Microsoft squashes Windows zero-day on October Patch Tuesday
In addition to the publicly exploited bug, Microsoft corrected 76 flaws, including four that had been publicly disclosed, in this month's batch of security updates. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Oct 2021
How machine learning strengthens incident management
As systems failures pile up, machine learning stands as an alternative to improve response quality and save money. Learn the benefits and drawbacks to the approach. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
12 Oct 2021
Learn to work with the Microsoft Graph Security API
The API assists organizations that want to connect their security systems with a programmatic way to produce quicker results when performing investigations. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Oct 2021
A breakdown of container runtimes for Kubernetes and Docker
For a container ecosystem to work, it needs a container runtime. Brush up on Kubernetes and Docker containers, then compare runtime options such as runC, CRI-O and containerd. Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2021
Palo Alto Networks distributor pact aims for US small businesses
Distributor Ingram Micro is set to offer Palo Alto Network's Okyo Garde, a subscription-based cybersecurity product that targets small businesses; other IT channel news. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Oct 2021
COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language)
COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) is a high-level programming language for business applications. It was the first popular language designed to be operating system-agnostic and is still in use in many financial and business applications today. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Oct 2021
What is a virtual hard drive?
A virtual hard drive file is a container file that acts similar to a physical hard drive. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Oct 2021
virtual private server (VPS) or virtual dedicated server (VDS)
A virtual private server (VPS), also called a virtual dedicated server (VDS), is a virtual server that appears to the user as a dedicated server, but that is actually installed on a computer serving multiple websites. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Oct 2021
Choosing between ITIL vs. IT4IT for a best practices model
ITIL and IT4IT offer companies insider knowledge to help achieve IT success. Learn about each model and how they compare and evaluate your organization's best fit. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2021
VMware Tanzu super users mull Cloud Foundry-Kubernetes meld
Users of VMware Tanzu Application Service, formerly Pivotal Cloud Foundry, hope VMware preserves their developer experience as it shifts its focus toward Kubernetes. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Oct 2021
dependency hell
Dependency hell is a negative situation that occurs when a software application is not able to access the additional programming it requires to work. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Oct 2021
Boot2Docker
Boot2Docker is a minimalist Linux distribution with the sole purpose to run Docker containers. It was depreciated and is no longer recommended for use. Continue Reading
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News
05 Oct 2021
VMware Tanzu roadmap targets multi-cloud, vSphere pros
VMware shops say the Tanzu platform's integration with familiar tools is a big draw as they move toward Kubernetes, but much of that integration is still in progress. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Oct 2021
What is DevOps 2.0?
DevOps 2.0 is the extension of DevOps practices through the entire organization, beyond development and IT ops. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Oct 2021
Kubernetes cost management approaches to save money
Kubernetes and container costs continue to rise as services move off-site. Learn how to manage the costs with limited resources, autoscaling and the right cloud instances. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Oct 2021
Adopt GitOps best practices and tools for your organization
In his book 'Repeatability, Reliability, Scalability through GitOps,' Bryan Feuling provides an in-depth analysis of GitOps to help companies find best practices and tools. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Oct 2021
branching
Branching is the practice of creating copies of programs or objects in development to work in parallel versions, retaining the original and working on the branch or making different changes to each. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Oct 2021
What is Datadog?
Datadog is a monitoring and analytics tool for information technology (IT) and DevOps teams that can be used to determine performance metrics as well as event monitoring for infrastructure and cloud services. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Oct 2021
What is Application Performance Index (Apdex)?
Application Performance Index, also known as Apdex, is an open standard intended to simplify reports of application performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Oct 2021
These Office 365 migration tools cover more than just email
Vendors have adapted their migration products to handle more than just email as an increasing number of enterprises see the value in shifting more data away from the data center. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2021
Education technology market seeks stability in hybrid model
Channel partners said schools now have a chance to revisit hastily created remote learning systems as they take a longer-term, enterprise view of cloud and security. Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Ansible overhaul promotes IT automation expansion
Ansible Automation Platform 2 makes it easier to centrally manage IT automation at scale, but enterprises must also contend with technical debt as they grow. Continue Reading
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News
29 Sep 2021
Kong tightens links between API gateway, service mesh
Kong adds support for Istio and Envoy integration with its API gateway to consolidate network management between traditional and cloud-native apps. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Sep 2021
Learn the basics of virtual server security software selection
There are multiple factors in choosing the right security software for VMs and virtual infrastructure. Get familiar with potential threats, features to have and market offerings. Continue Reading
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News
29 Sep 2021
CloudBees refocuses with IT compliance automation buy
CloudBees previews the fruits of a quietly acquired stealth IT compliance automation startup and modifies its platform plans under new executive leadership. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Sep 2021
What is Amazon Elastic Container Registry (Amazon ECR)?
Amazon Elastic Container Registry (Amazon ECR) is an Amazon Web Service (AWS) product that stores, manages and deploys Docker images, which are managed clusters of Amazon EC2 instances. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Sep 2021
Get to know the new Exchange admin center features
After a lengthy development process, Microsoft unveiled its new admin portal for Exchange Online for a more consistent look with other management areas in Office 365. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Sep 2021
Boost Docker API security to protect ports
Unguarded Docker APIs can let in unwanted visitors and expose data to hackers. To shield your Docker environment, follow these best practices -- and avoid common pitfalls. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2021
Logistics firm refreshes SecOps, replaces EDR with XDR
A refresh of SecOps tools led Flexport to Uptycs, enabling the firm to centralize security monitoring and incident response for endpoints and cloud resources. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2021
Google, VMware surveys raise DevSecOps red flags
Market research reveals stubborn gaps between DevOps and IT security teams, as IT experts warn against an over-reliance on short-term measures of effectiveness. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Sep 2021
Get familiar with storage virtualization software options
Virtual storage offerings are not one size fits all. Factors in virtualized storage software selection include storage type, current infrastructure and management tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Sep 2021
What to know for your virtualized storage selection process
Not all storage virtualization is created equal. Get familiar with the types, methods and implementation considerations before you buy hardware or software for your organization. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
21 Sep 2021
Working with the Microsoft Defender for Identity portal
The security product, formerly Azure Advanced Threat Protection, taps into the cloud to uncover suspicious activity across the on-premises network. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Sep 2021
How to mine dark data with machine learning and AI
Machine learning and AI can transform unstructured dark data into valuable business insights. Learn how to process dark data and use the information to your advantage. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
20 Sep 2021
How to assign Microsoft Teams policies with PowerShell
The admin center lags behind PowerShell when it comes to Microsoft Teams policy management due to the automation tool's superior logging and visibility features. Continue Reading