AWS database management
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Tip
15 Feb 2022
Use Amazon CloudWatch metrics to monitor Aurora
Application owners need to know the vital metrics that affect database health. CloudWatch and DevOps Guru monitor Amazon Aurora performance to give users valuable insights. Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2020
Veeam cloud backup updates target Teams, Amazon RDS
Veeam Software boosted its backup for AWS and Microsoft Office 365 data. Both of the cloud-based platforms are trending up in the data protection market. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2019
Amazon Managed Apache Cassandra Service stokes competition
Vendors in the open source Cassandra NoSQL database market voice their concerns about AWS' entry into the field, as the cloud giant looks to expand its database portfolio. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2019
Amazon cloud database and data analytics expand
AWS expands its Redshift data warehouse capabilities including managed storage and query acceleration at the re:Invent 2019 conference, alongside a new managed Cassandra database service. Continue Reading
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News
02 Dec 2019
Vendors move away from open source database software licensing
While open source is a key to success for many database vendors, it can also potentially lead to a competitive threat from a cloud scale provider. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Oct 2019
AWS month in review: Amazon rolls out RDS on VMware, loses JEDI deal
This month, AWS expanded its hybrid cloud capabilities with RDS on VMware but lost out on the JEDI cloud contract. It also added new EC2 instances with larger network and memory capacity. Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2019
AWS launches RDS on VMware as hybrid cloud picture evolves
VMware customers can now run AWS' Relational Database Service in their on-premises clusters, in a move that provides another option for hybrid cloud computing. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2019
Amazon wraps Oracle to AWS migration, looks to poach workloads
Amazon has moved its consumer division's IT operations off of Oracle's database and onto AWS services, a towering effort that gives it a calling card to attract highly critical enterprise workloads. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Sep 2019
AWS updates: Amazon QLDB hits, S3 expands, new instances arrive
This month AWS finally went live with Amazon QLDB. The AWS ledger database is another way for users to tailor data storage to their needs on the platform. AWS also introduced same-region S3 ... Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2019
Amazon's PartiQL query language eyes all data sources
PartiQL, a multisource query language developed internally at Amazon, is now open sourced under Apache 2.0, and may benefit enterprises with complex data-management needs. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Jun 2019
AWS month in review: Security Hub goes live at AWS security conference
AWS this month hosted its inaugural re:Inforce conference in Boston and used the setting to make AWS Security Hub and Control Tower generally available and to introduce a VPC network security ... Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2019
MongoDB Atlas cloud service adds data lake, touts multi-cloud
MongoDB released an S3-compatible data lake its developer legions can quickly query. But, word of MongoDB Atlas use on Google's cloud shows there are clouds to sow beyond AWS. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 May 2019
Set and track backup activity with the AWS Backup service
AWS Backup service configures, tracks and manages backups across multiple data storage services. It can save time and resources, but still has limitations. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Apr 2019
DocumentDB vs. DynamoDB: Compare AWS NoSQL databases
Infrastructure and cost management will be key factors if you have to decide between DocumentDB and DynamoDB. Learn how the two AWS document database services differ. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Apr 2019
Oracle vs. AWS: Compare cloud databases, PaaS and SaaS
Oracle and AWS gear their clouds toward different users, so it's important to know where your organization falls. See which database, PaaS and SaaS options match your requirements. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Mar 2019
Words to go: AWS databases
AWS has an expansive list of database services. Check out these brief overviews of each one to avoid confusion and get a sense for which could meet your IT demands. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2019
Gogo's migration to AWS doesn't mean lock-in
In-flight broadband service provider Gogo has joined other companies with an all-in cloud push toward AWS, while keeping an eye on portability and its long-term options. Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 Feb 2019
AWS' blockchain approach takes divergent paths
AWS was slow to embrace blockchain but now offers two approaches to the concept. Review the specs of Quantum Ledger Database and Amazon Managed Blockchain. Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2019
Open source cloud databases battle software 'strip mining'
Cloud giants like AWS have adopted open source databases, causing Confluent, MongoDB and others to guard their assets the best way they know how: licensing. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jan 2019
Set your AWS cloud migration strategy before the big move
A move from on premises to the cloud doesn't happen with a click of a button. Set clear goals, and familiarize yourself with AWS' various native tools to make the most of your move. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2019
AWS scoops up TSO Logic for cloud spend analysis
AWS has acquired TSO Logic, which produces analytics that customers can use to plan moves to the cloud. The deal comes with the cloud-market land grab still in its infancy. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Jan 2019
Follow these steps for an Oracle-to-AWS migration
AWS represents the first viable alternative to Oracle for many organizations. Review your options, and follow these steps for a successful database move to the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2019
AWS, MongoDB database collision stirs open source tensions
AWS' DocumentDB managed database service takes aim at the popular MongoDB NoSQL database and stirs up controversy over the rules of engagement for open source software. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Jan 2019
RDS on VMware extends AWS' hybrid strategy
RDS on premises expands the AWS and VMware relationship, but adoption will depend on the breadth of capabilities for the managed database service. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jan 2019
Future of AWS hinges on AI, Lambda and on premises
SearchAWS contributors say AWS' future will continue to focus on AI and machine learning as the cloud provider attempts to stay ahead of the curve. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Dec 2018
Weigh your AWS database options before a migration
A database migration can be quite messy. Determine your requirements and whether native Amazon services can meet them before you do a complete on-prem database teardown. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Dec 2018
DynamoDB pricing option makes it a go-to for serverless apps
DynamoDB had its drawbacks, but the addition of on-demand billing and ACID transactions makes it a solid database option for serverless applications. Continue Reading
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News
30 Nov 2018
Amazon Timestream, QLDB aim to grab more DBMS users for AWS
Built-for-purpose databases target general ones, especially in the cloud. At re:Invent 2018, AWS added time-series and transaction ledger databases to expand its line. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2018
AWS, Oracle trash talk spotlights cloud database migration
Amazon says its consumer division has dumped Oracle's database platform, and the company will offload most workloads by year's end. Will it inspire AWS customers to do the same? Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Oct 2018
AWS month in review: Amazon Lightsail, Lambda updates
Developers can access managed databases through Amazon Lightsail, run longer function executions and rely on a Lambda SLA. These were some of the notable updates to AWS in October -- a month that ... Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Oct 2018
Explore Aurora Serverless capabilities for enterprise use
Users should explore the potential benefits and disadvantages of AWS' serverless database option before they jump in and focus on which environments the service fits best. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Oct 2018
Top AWS re:Invent 2018 sessions to pencil in for Vegas
Unsure which re:Invent 2018 sessions to attend? Check out this day-by-day guide for suggestions and options on a range of AWS topics, including migration, security and costs. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Sep 2018
Expanded DynamoDB features might come up short for some
Expanded features for DynamoDB target tedious workarounds for availability and backups, but might only appeal to large enterprises with massive heaps of data. Continue Reading
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News
27 Sep 2018
Amazon Aurora Parallel Query blurs database lines
AWS continues to add features to its managed transactional database service. The latest takes advantage of Aurora's scale-out approach to potentially double query speed. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2018
Public snapshots pose significant Amazon EBS security risks
Exposed EBS snapshots can leave volumes open to public intrusion or manipulation. Manage your snapshot settings carefully to protect your EC2 data. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2018
Amazon RDS on VMware extends cloud database on site
The latest expansion of the VMware-AWS partnership, centered on RDS, suggests a growing interest from the public cloud giant to extend its reach into enterprise data centers. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2018
Perform an Amazon RDS failover with minimal downtime
Walk through this example of an RDS failover process using the Amazon Aurora engine to minimize production downtime and maintain performance in your cloud environment. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Jul 2018
When should data normalization occur in Amazon DynamoDB?
Not sure when to normalize data in Amazon DynamoDB? Follow these three examples to learn more about the normalization process and how it can play a role in this AWS database. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jul 2018
Amazon Neptune arms analytics teams with graph databases
Turn to a graph database to put aside table joins for good. With Amazon Neptune, a developer can assess and query relationships between data sets. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jun 2018
Assess AWS serverless costs and learn how to reduce them
Serverless architectures help teams deploy to production faster but also introduce an entirely new cost structure. Use this step-by-step example to know what to expect on a bill. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Jun 2018
AWS termination protection acts as resource safety belt
In the push to get applications to production quickly, mistakes can happen. But you can avoid potentially disastrous AWS resource deletion through these features and strategies. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 May 2018
Bare-metal instances augment AWS' IaaS options
Infrastructure was AWS' focus in May, as the cloud provider made good on several of its promises with features that provide more diverse compute options -- including some that directly challenge ... Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Apr 2018
Five tips to ease your AWS data migration effort
Before migrating data to AWS, an enterprise must be mindful of security and networking challenges, as well as carefully select the best storage and database options for its needs. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Mar 2018
Extended duration for IAM roles appeases some, alarms others
Cloud security best practices and IT convenience don't always align, but as standards such as GDPR take hold and new vulnerabilities constantly emerge, maybe it's ok to loosen the reins from time ... Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Mar 2018
Build a data lake in AWS for analytics success
It can feel overwhelming to migrate data to AWS for analysis. But, while there are challenges, Quick Start guides and services like Snowball and Glue ease the process. Continue Reading
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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
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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
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Tip
03 Jan 2018
Aurora Serverless leads next wave of cloud database features
IT teams face a notoriously difficult task when it comes to database scaling and management. New Amazon Aurora features can ease some of these woes and potentially reduce costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Dec 2017
Common Amazon EBS performance issues, and how to troubleshoot them
Having EBS trouble? You're not alone. Use these troubleshooting tips to work through common EBS issues, such as stuck volumes and slow performance. Continue Reading
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08 Sep 2017
Amazon DAX manages database spikes for improved performance
The DynamoDB Accelerator reduces database latency without tacking on a separate cache. While the service has some early limitations, DAX benefits enterprises with real-time apps. Continue Reading
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28 Mar 2017
AWS Lambda functions have storage capacity, longevity limitations
AWS Lambda's high scalability can serve as a limitation, as data can be lost if too much strain is placed on the data store. These methods can work around Lambda memory limitations. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Oct 2016
Which caching engines does Amazon ElastiCache support?
Amazon ElastiCache supports Redis and Memcached as in-memory caching engines. What are the main features of each and how do they differ? Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Aug 2016
DynamoDB Streams keep database tables in sync
Developers who want to deploy localized apps in different regions should know about database synchronization challenges. DynamoDB Streams and Lambda can ensure tables are updated. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Jul 2016
What features are involved with Amazon Glacier backup storage?
We'd like to move infrequently accessed data to cold storage to save money. How does Amazon Glacier work and what are some of the main features? Continue Reading
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29 Feb 2016
When should we run Oracle on EC2 vs. RDS?
There are different approaches to running Oracle Database on AWS. What are the strengths and limitations of using Amazon RDS and EC2 for Oracle Database? Continue Reading
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Guide
29 Feb 2016
An admin's guide to AWS data management
Enterprises migrating data to AWS are met with a myriad of storage, security and analytics options. Administrators should evaluate all avenues and craft a plan. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Aug 2015
SAP HANA in-memory DBMS overview
SAP HANA is an in-memory DBMS and application platform designed to handle high transaction rates and complex queries using one data copy. Continue Reading
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Answer
21 Jul 2015
How does Elastic File System affect AWS storage costs?
Amazon only charges for actual storage capacity incurred in its new Elastic File System service. Fine, but what is the final price for the service? Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2015
Advantages of Amazon RDS vs. a personal relational database
One of the advantages of developers using Amazon RDS instead of managing their own databases is that it reduces or eliminates their administrative responsibilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Dec 2014
Amazon Cognito offers back-end support in multi-device world
Users working on multiple devices want access to customized app environments. Cognito creates a back end for identity management and gives those users a consistent experience. Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2014
Storage vs. database: Moving data to the AWS cloud
David Linthicum reviews the benefits of database choices from Amazon Web Services and the advantages of leveraging object storage like Simple Storage Service as a storage category. Continue Reading
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08 May 2014
Four points of archiving data on AWS S3
Storing archives on S3 can be a cost-effective option with proper planning and long-term management. Continue Reading