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• Modular data center vs. traditional: When to choose each

  Organizations have two options for using a data center: modular or traditional. Before deciding, companies should know how much power and cost can come from each option.  Continue Reading

• How to simplify network operations

  Network challenges include visibility, scalability and security. NetOps teams should follow management best practices and consider cloud networking to simplify operations.  Continue Reading

• Deploy ML on edge devices with SageMaker, IoT Greengrass

  Amazon SageMaker, ONNX and AWS IoT Greengrass help deploy machine learning models to edge devices. Steps include component creation, recipe building and core device configuration.  Continue Reading

• The dos and don'ts of scalability testing

  Effective scalability testing helps to evaluate customer experience, protect against major failures and safeguard an organization's reputation. Here's how to set a strategy.  Continue Reading

• What should admins know about Microsoft Entra features?

  Microsoft Entra combines new and existing cloud-based products and packages them under a new name. Learn how this change affects identity access management in your organization.  Continue Reading

• 8 Linux distributions to replace CentOS

  Red Hat's discontinuation of CentOS is causing individual users and companies to look elsewhere for an RHEL-compatible OS. Look into compatibility and migration tools to decide.  Continue Reading

• An introduction to cloud network architecture

  Enterprises have three main options when it comes to cloud network architecture: Use built-in CSP tools, buy virtual networking appliances or use a multi-cloud management platform.  Continue Reading

• Docker vs. OpenShift: What are the main differences?

  Docker and OpenShift have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the two depends on the specific needs of your application and organization.  Continue Reading

• 3 cost optimization strategies for multi-cloud environments

  Cloud environments can become costly especially across multiple cloud providers. Read about these cost optimization strategies to bring down your bill.  Continue Reading

• Compare Google Cloud Storage vs. Google Drive for enterprises

  Explore the differences between Google Cloud Storage and Google Drive, such as storage type and space, to decide what's best for your enterprise, and consider their similarities.  Continue Reading

• The growing link between microservices and WebAssembly

  The microservices architecture has become popular, but it runs into complexity and cost challenges. Implementing WebAssembly can alleviate those worries.  Continue Reading

• The key role testing plays in a Three Amigos strategy

  Because testers are skilled in asking questions and suggesting scenarios that lead to alternative workflows, they can be especially useful in Three Amigos efforts.  Continue Reading

• 5 network requirements for cloud computing

  Network and cloud teams should consider factors such as bandwidth and latency optimization, security, network redundancy, QoS and network automation in their cloud strategies.  Continue Reading

• Enterprise 5G deployment options and how to procure them

  The two main types of 5G deployment options are standalone and non-standalone. Find out how they're different, how to procure them and some helpful 5G tips.  Continue Reading

• WebAssembly vs. Kubernetes: Understand the relationship

  WebAssembly provides an avenue for the creation of highly portable web applications. Pairing Wasm with Kubernetes can make that process easier to orchestrate and manage.  Continue Reading

• Minimize the high costs of AI in cloud with FinOps

  Deploying and managing AI applications can become costly, especially if it is your first generative AI initiative. Learn how these costs can impact cloud costs.  Continue Reading

• Prep data for ML training with SageMaker Data Wrangler

  Are you ready to wrangle some data? Follow this step-by-step tutorial, and learn how to load, analyze and transform data to train a ML model with Amazon SageMaker Data Wrangler.  Continue Reading

• Introduction to Amazon SageMaker Edge Manager alternatives

  Amazon SageMaker Edge Manager helps manage ML applications at the edge. But enterprises can evaluate tools such as ONNX and AWS IoT Greengrass to prepare for Edge Manager's sunset.  Continue Reading

• Assign GPUs to virtual machines with VMware vGPU mode

  Resource delegation across an IT system can be troublesome, but it doesn't have to be. Follow this guide to assign the right amount of GPU to support virtual machines on VMware.  Continue Reading

• Serverless vs. containers: Which one for microservices apps?

  How do you know when microservices should run in containers vs. serverless functions? A big factor is what you plan to do with your microservices.  Continue Reading

• 5 cloud asset management best practices to optimize performance

  Cloud billing, application deployments and security and governance are all important steps of cloud asset management. These best practices can help optimize cloud performance.  Continue Reading

• Best practices for automated end-to-end testing

  Advanced end-to-end testing can save a company time and money, but it isn't easy to implement. Let's look at some of the important elements of test design.  Continue Reading

• Ask these 9 cloud storage questions before use

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

• Craft a risk management plan for application modernization

  While enterprises want to invest more in app innovation, a small risk of failure can stop a project in its tracks. Add a risk management plan into your app modernization project.  Continue Reading

• 10 data storage questions for enterprises to ask

  Does top management support your organization's storage needs? Is the storage platform compliant with regulations? These are just two of the data storage questions you need to ask.  Continue Reading

• Understanding the role of polymorphism in OOP

  Polymorphism is used in OOP to allow developers to write more efficient code and redefine methods for derived classes; however, it could raise real-time performance issues.  Continue Reading

• Is continuous testing in DevOps worth the effort?

  Continuous testing isn't simple to implement, but it can add exceptional business value to software development when done right. Here are the key elements.  Continue Reading

• Understanding protocol buffers vs. JSON

  Protocol buffers have some compelling advantages over JSON when it comes to sending data between internal services. But is it really a replacement for JSON?  Continue Reading

• Scripting vs. programming languages: Where they differ

  Choosing a programming language is often dictated by the problem the programmer wants to solve and the compute goal that a language is designed to achieve.  Continue Reading

• Compare Amazon CloudWatch vs. AWS CloudTrail

  Amazon CloudWatch and AWS CloudTrail help cloud administrators view configuration history and set up predictive monitoring alerts. Here are the major differences between the tools.  Continue Reading

• Is a continuous planning process in DevOps worth it?

  Is a continuous planning strategy right for your organization's DevOps efforts? Know the practical benefits and challenges, as well as how to improve development efficiencies.  Continue Reading

• Kotlin vs. Scala: Which one is right for your project?

  As general-purpose programming languages, both Scala and Kotlin have a lot to offer. But that doesn't mean their uses cases are the same.  Continue Reading

• How AI affects low-code/no-code for DevOps

  Low-code and no-code tools expand the DevOps community in an organization and -- when coupled with AI -- can enhance the effectiveness of their workflows and products.  Continue Reading

• Compare file storage options in the cloud

  In the hot market of file storage in the public cloud, many options are available across some of the largest vendors, with performance a major consideration.  Continue Reading

• Red Hat vs. SUSE: How do these Linux distributions stack up?

  Deciding between Red Hat and SUSE may not seem simple, but comparing training, pricing and certifications should help companies understand which would best suit their employees.  Continue Reading

• How AI and ML can transform CloudOps

  AI and ML tools support several use cases in cloud operations, such as security, fault correlation and latency. These best practices can help CloudOps teams take the right steps.  Continue Reading

• Scrum master interview questions and answers

  Want to ace the Scrum master interview? These tough Scrum master questions and answers will help you prepare.  Continue Reading

• Look beyond AI and ML buzzwords for the cloud

  AI and machine learning are more than buzzwords, they can have serious impact to your business when applied correctly. Learn how to identify the true cost savings of these tools.  Continue Reading

• Building data center networks for GenAI fabric enablement

  Network scalability, throughput and orchestration are some of the key elements that enterprises need to consider as they build out generative AI data centers.  Continue Reading

• A guide to the key stages of AIOps

  The key stages that make up AIOps all play an important role in achieving desired results. Successful adoption hinges on a team's ability to master them.  Continue Reading

• The benefits of WIP limits in Kanban

  Agile developers complete projects faster when they limit WIP. Learn how less work in progress means more work completed and how to set up a Kanban board with WIP limitations.  Continue Reading

• Architecting beyond microservices and monoliths

  A recent architectural change tied to Amazon's Prime Video service could help enterprise application teams understand their own microservices vs. monolithic architecture choices.  Continue Reading

• How to test a predictive model

  Strategies for testing predictive models and analytics emphasize data quality, real-time testing and code redundancy, as well as AI and machine learning integration.  Continue Reading

• Network considerations for cloud migration to data center

  Performance, security concerns and high costs are factors that prompt organizations to migrate workloads from cloud to data centers. Here's what to consider.  Continue Reading

• How to modernize apps as part of the cloud migration process

  Take stock of your applications, and modernize them where appropriate as part of a cloud migration. Learn about the benefits of this approach, and be aware of the potential pitfalls.  Continue Reading

• 3 factors that influence multi-cloud cost optimization

  Without careful oversight, multi-cloud deployments can be expensive. These data management and security practices can help IT teams control and reduce monthly costs.  Continue Reading

• The dos and don'ts of visual testing

  The visual aspect of an application is an important part of UX. Defects can potentially result in lost sales and damaged reputations.  Continue Reading

• 5 Azure Functions logging best practices

  Implement these Azure Functions best practices to improve logging strategies, optimize application performance and ensure application strength and dependability.  Continue Reading

• Best practices for network automation with Python

  Python libraries, version control, documentation and object-oriented programming provide helpful best practices for network engineers tackling network automation with Python.  Continue Reading

• Factor performance into an application modernization strategy

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

• How low Earth orbit satellite networks improve internet access

  Compared to traditional satellite setups, LEO satellite internet provides several benefits, such as low latency, reduced costs and better support for remote sites.  Continue Reading

• What to know about building microservices with ASP.NET Core

  It's optimized for containerization, integrates with the cloud and works on multiple platforms. Does ASP.NET Core deserve a place in your development shop?  Continue Reading

• The benefits of uniting product management with DevOps

  If organizations can bring product managers deeper into the DevOps lifecycle, it can offer a competitive edge. But they must navigate through the initial challenges.  Continue Reading

• 3 rules to avoid high multi-cloud integration costs

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

• Collaborative coding basics and best practices

  Successful collaborative coding includes teamwide situational awareness, highly effective communication, strong project management practices and strict version control.  Continue Reading

• Server room cleaning -- not a DIY project

  Server room cleaning is crucial for maintaining the life span of equipment in the data center. This task involves professional help to minimize operation interruptions.  Continue Reading

• How to develop a test data management strategy

  Effective test data management in app development involves defining appropriate data, using activity diagrams to see how the code will perform, and protecting sensitive information.  Continue Reading

• 7 common data center migration challenges to avoid

  Admins should consider seven common data center migration challenges upfront to save money, prevent data loss and avoid delays during the migration process.  Continue Reading

• 3 critical stops on the back-end developer roadmap

  When it comes to acquiring the skills needed to be a proficient back-end developer, there are no shortcuts. Some of the topics to know will be obvious, others might not be.  Continue Reading

• Secure Azure Functions with these authentication methods

  Securing Azure Functions is paramount to maintaining the integrity and reliability of your applications. Read over the methods, tools and best practices.  Continue Reading

• What's new in Microsoft Graph PowerShell v2?

  The company overhauled the new version of its software development kit and updated PowerShell modules that replace legacy methods for managing Microsoft's cloud-based services.  Continue Reading

• What to know about GraphQL vs. REST performance

  Both GraphQL and REST aim to simplify API development, but they handle data differently. Carefully consider how those differences might affect performance.  Continue Reading

• Critical API vulnerabilities every IT team should address

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

• How enterprises can migrate from IPv4 to IPv6

  Both IPv4 and IPv6 are suitable for enterprise networks, but organizations that want to switch over to the latest IP address format can follow a few methods to make the transition.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How to use NAPALM for efficient network management

  NAPALM is a flexible Python library that can integrate with Ansible modules, support multivendor environments, and ease network management and automation strategies.  Continue Reading

• 10 common platform engineering interview questions

  Platform engineering is gaining popularity across software enterprises. Job candidates can practice answering these 10 common questions to prepare for their interviews.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Three-tier vs. microservices architecture: How to choose

  The microservices approach is well suited to an app that needs a high level of modularity. When is the added complexity worth it, and how do you make that call?  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• Roles and responsibilities in an Agile center of excellence

  A successful Agile transformation takes time and perseverance. Here's how an Agile center of excellence helps to adopt changes and adjust work processes.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Consider these 6 data center cleaning best practices

  Data center admins that follow cleaning best practices can extend the life span of equipment and better ensure assets don't get damaged. Use these six tips to keep data centers clean.  Continue Reading

• What does a developer advocate do?

  Developer advocates have a special vantage point because they talk to -- and hear from --both the people who develop a particular software product and the people who use it.  Continue Reading

• The importance of Kubernetes vulnerability scanning

  New to containerization and Kubernetes? Here's what the dev team should know about container image scanning, container file scanning and Kubernetes manifest scanning.  Continue Reading

• Are wireless networks more energy-efficient than wired LANs?

  The quick, complicated answer is yes and no. Wireless can be more energy-efficient than wired, but businesses need to weigh several variables to reap energy savings.  Continue Reading

• How to configure shadow copies on file servers

  When you enable the shadow copies service on your shared folders, you give your end users the flexibility to restore deleted files or revert a file to an earlier version.  Continue Reading

• Avoid overprovisioning in cloud computing with tracking

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

• Cloud vs. traditional data center: Which is right for you?

  Enterprises can choose to place workloads in the cloud vs. on-premises data centers, or take a hybrid approach. Check out the factors that can help make the decision.  Continue Reading

• Understanding Roc: Functional and separate from the runtime

  Though it's a newer programming language with a small development community, Roc is meant to be an easy-to-read language that incorporates a pure, functional programming approach.  Continue Reading

• How to modernize networks with sustainability in mind

  A network modernization project is a good time to consider sustainability initiatives, such as using energy-efficient devices and renewable energy sources.  Continue Reading

• Managing open source components in the software supply chain

  Software supply chain attacks are becoming increasingly common. There is no single measure that can stop attacks, but implementing security precautions can reduce risk.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• How to kickstart a proof-of-concept IT project

  Like any IT initiative, operations staff need a clear vision for a proof-of-concept project. From the justification to reporting stages, knowing the steps can bolster PoC success.  Continue Reading

• 5 essential best practices for QA teams to adopt

  Performing QA duties properly should mean more than checking lists of basic application requirements. Here are five ways software QA teams can improve review processes all around.  Continue Reading

• DevOps automation: Examples, tradeoffs and best practices

  Automation can be a faster way of doing things right or wrong. Planning and review can determine which outcome will prevail on your DevOps automation project.  Continue Reading

• An introduction to quantum networks and how they work

  Quantum networks hold potential for faster and more secure communication. But true quantum networks are still experimental and require more engineering and scientific research.  Continue Reading

• Types of Nmap scans and best practices

  Nmap scanning helps network teams with network reconnaissance and vulnerability discovery. Common types of scans include TCP SYN, OS detection, vulnerability and version detection.  Continue Reading

• How to use Reliability Monitor to manage servers

  The utility gives administrators a way to look back over time to see what driver updates, software installations or hardware crashes might be related to the sudden instability.  Continue Reading

• Techniques to gain control over unruly API sprawl

  A lapse in proper control over large portfolios of internal and external APIs can result in problematic sprawl. Here's what software teams can do to prevent that from happening.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Network modernization benefits and challenges

  The benefits of network modernization include better visibility and automated configuration. The challenges include integration with existing tools and cost concerns.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 benefits of SASE to enhance network security

  A cloud-based distributed architecture, centralized management and endpoint-specific security policies are just some of the benefits of Secure Access Service Edge.  Continue Reading

• 3 questions to ask in a digital twin testing scenario

  Is your team prepared to capture the right data so that your digital twin testing is accurate and effective? Here's what experts say about proper test approaches.  Continue Reading

• Tips and tools for collecting helpful Kubernetes metrics

  Metrics are an integral part of any Kubernetes deployment. But teams often struggle with identifying the right metrics and choosing the right tools to gather the most helpful data.  Continue Reading

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

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

• 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

• Evaluate object storage advantages and disadvantages

  Object storage advantages include capacity and flexibility, while access time is one of the disadvantages. Compare key pros and cons of this trending type of storage.  Continue Reading