AWS infrastructure
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Tutorial
15 Jan 2025
Steps to launch an EC2 instance using AWS CloudFormation
Admins can use AWS CloudFormation templates and resource stacks to deploy an EC2 instance using an infrastructure-as-code approach. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Dec 2024
Top public cloud service providers of 2025: How they compare
As the market share gap tightens among AWS, Microsoft and Google, see how their features and offerings stack up against each other and some of the smaller cloud providers. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2019
AWS re:Inforce bares financial firms' cloud security challenges
Cloud security concerns have ebbed among financial services providers, as the panoply of presenters like Capital One, Discover, Barclays and AQR showed at AWS re:Inforce. 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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Video
27 Jun 2019
Automate user and group creation with this AWS IAM tutorial
Watch this 5-minute video to learn how to automate AWS IAM resources. See how to provision users and groups with CloudFormation templates, and manage IAM policies for permissions. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jun 2019
Review AWS Quick Starts for third-party integrations
AWS Quick Starts integrations use CloudFormation templates to automate deployment of popular technologies from Tableau and IBM, among others. Learn how this 'AWS App Store' works. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2019
New AWS cloud security features fill gaps
AWS is on pace to deliver more than 1,800 new features and services this year, and many target cloud security. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2019
AWS re:Inforce agenda underscores cloud security challenges
AWS re:Inforce this month in Boston is the first dedicated security conference by the industry's largest cloud provider. Here's an early look at the event's sweeping agenda. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jun 2019
6 AWS Config managed rules for secure resource configurations
Introduce these 6 managed rules for AWS Config to boost your organization's cloud security and maintain compliance across resource configurations. Continue Reading
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Guide
31 May 2019
Use this AWS cloud security guide to protect workloads
Lock down your AWS environment with this guide to a strong security strategy. Discover common risks, and learn about the tools and techniques you can implement to avoid them. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 May 2019
3 AWS infrastructure management tools to expedite DevOps adoption
Make the switch to a declarative infrastructure management model on AWS. Deploy tools such as CloudFormation and CodeCommit to boost your DevOps approach. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
28 May 2019
Filter for AWS objects with these PowerShell commands for S3
Because of S3's flat structure, it can be difficult to find your way around the service. Learn how to use PowerShell S3 commands to find the right AWS objects. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2019
AWS Config Rules price change could cut cloud compliance costs
AWS Config Rules will switch to usage-based pricing, which could spur cloud compliance service adoption and be kinder to customers' budgets. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 May 2019
Storage Gateway basics to set an AWS hybrid storage strategy
AWS Storage Gateway deploys a gateway that connects on-premises tasks and applications to the AWS cloud. This sets your IT infrastructure up for disaster recovery and backup. Continue Reading
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Answer
22 May 2019
AWS Storage Gateway performance depends on resource placement
Senior technology editor Stephen Bigelow breaks down how AWS Storage Gateway can trip up users' hybrid cloud strategies. Beware these issues with latency and security. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Apr 2019
AWS month in review: Enable snapshot automation for Redshift
Boosted AWS snapshot automation aims to improve data backup in Amazon Redshift and Aurora Serverless. AWS also launched block storage for Snowball Edge and updated Amazon Elasticsearch. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Apr 2019
Quick steps to enable AWS multifactor authentication
AWS secures the underlying infrastructure, but organizations are responsible for locking down account access and integrity. Here are a few simple ways to establish MFA on AWS. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2019
ShieldX adds lateral movement security for cloud protection
In an effort to prevent lateral movement from cybercriminals within the cloud, ShieldX has added East-West security to its Elastic Security Platform for AWS. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Apr 2019
Analyze Amazon S3 storage classes, from Standard to Glacier
Select the proper S3 class to improve your storage strategy. Learn the differences in cost and fit, such as which tiers offer frequent access and which are better for archiving. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2019
Words to go: AWS cloud migration services
Whether you transfer large applications, servers or databases, AWS offers a range of migration tools. Familiarize yourself with its native services to map out a move to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Mar 2019
Use S3 bucket security best practices to cut off public access
AWS users need the benefits of S3 but not the security concerns that come along with it. Follow these guidelines to prevent the threat of public access to S3 buckets. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Mar 2019
Amazon FSx vs. EFS: Compare the AWS file services
The overlap between Amazon FSx and EFS makes it difficult to determine which will be a better fit for your organization. Learn the major differences between the two managed file services, from usage and storage volumes to pricing and more. Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2019
AWS Direct Connect tiers address planned network spikes
AWS Direct Connect pivots toward higher bandwidth requirements and cuts prices on lower tiers to handle customers' seasonal workload peaks and make AWS stickier overall. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Mar 2019
Maximize Amazon S3 reliability with shrewd choices
IT organizations moving to AWS might have data protection concerns. However, with replication across regions and versioning available, savvy S3 users get increased data reliability. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2019
AWS Elasticsearch distro stokes open source competitive fires
The new AWS-backed Open Distro for Elasticsearch may constitute a fork of the popular distributed search and systems analytics engine. What it means for customers is yet to come. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Mar 2019
AWS Security Hub centralizes an organization's cloud security view
AWS Security Hub consolidates an admin's sprawl of cloud assets into dashboards for better security insights. But its resource limitations may blunt its effectiveness, for now. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Mar 2019
Amazon EC2 to S3: A guide to AWS products
The AWS product list is as vast as it is confusing. Here's what you need to know about the most vital AWS products, up to and including Amazon EC2, along with pricing information. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Feb 2019
AWS acquisitions continue with focus to build on core services
Explore what AWS' recent IT purchases say about the cloud vendor's overall acquisition strategy and why it likes to make the smaller deals instead of any big splash. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Feb 2019
AWS predictive scaling boosts cloud's resource management
AWS Auto Scaling offers adjustable resources for workloads with fluctuations in demand. With predictive scaling, AWS applies machine learning to anticipate spikes in capacity needs. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2019
AWS Backup service targets native workloads
AWS Backup gives customers management and orchestration tools to simplify snapshots for a variety of Amazon services. The move follows AWS' acquisition of migration and backup vendor CloudEndure. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2019
Hotel chain bets on AWS migration for cloud IT strategy
Choice Hotels has placed its technological future in the hands of AWS. Choice's CTO says it's the right move at the right time, the potential for lock-in notwithstanding. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jan 2019
CloudEndure acquisition expands AWS' cloud migration tools
AWS' acquisition of CloudEndure underscores the move toward multi-cloud, as well as demand from customers for an easier path to public cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Dec 2018
Amazon Lightsail vs. EC2: Do updates tip the scale?
Amazon Lightsail updates will make the cloud bundle an appealing option for some AWS users, but EC2 still provides more benefits for users that need infrastructure flexibility. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Dec 2018
AWS Secrets Manager
AWS Secrets Manager is a security service to centrally manage sensitive information and eliminate the need to hard-code that information into an application. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Dec 2018
AWS month in review: Cloud networking services abound
AWS' cloud networking services got a big upgrade in December, with a second VPN offering, expanded VPC connections and WebSocket support for API Gateway. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Dec 2018
AWS' container roadmap reveal helps customers plan ahead
Customers will welcome the additional transparency of an unexpected reveal of AWS' container strategy, but it's unclear whether public roadmaps will become a broader part of AWS' culture. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Dec 2018
Use T3 instances for burstable workloads -- cautiously
AWS' burstable VMs can save money for certain workloads, but tread lightly, as users can also get stung by overage charges, particularly with the latest generation. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Dec 2018
A look at the AWS hardware update that fuels its A1 instances
In case you missed the reveal of AWS' A1 instance type at re:Invent, the updated hardware that underpins these VMs could have a major effect on your cloud workloads. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2018
AWS Outposts shaped by on-prem forerunner from Microsoft
AWS Outposts immediately drew comparison to Microsoft Azure Stack, but Amazon said it designed its service differently based on perceived weaknesses in the competition's offering. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Nov 2018
AWS month in review: Expanded EC2 options and a blastoff into space
IT and development teams who try to keep pace with AWS' ever-expanding portfolio have a lot to catch up on this month. First, to see the most significant news that came out of AWS re:Invent 2018 ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Nov 2018
Revisit the sights and sounds from AWS re:Invent 2018
AWS re:Invent 2018 attendees took to Twitter to voice their pleasures and pains from the show in Vegas, and elaborate on the myriad of Amazon tools and services unveiled at the conference. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Nov 2018
AWS Firewall Manager
AWS Firewall Manager is a tool from Amazon Web Services that an organization can use to configure policies for the cloud vendor's native web application firewall (WAF) service. Continue Reading
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News
28 Nov 2018
AWS Outposts amplify signals of a hybrid cloud world
AWS will transport its software stack into customer data centers with Outposts, a managed service that incorporates the same hardware the cloud provider uses for EC2. Continue Reading
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News
21 Nov 2018
AWS adds another backstop for S3 security
An added AWS feature helps users ensure Amazon S3 storage buckets that contain sensitive information are kept from public view and not exposed to potential cybercrimes. Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2018
EC2 Fleet Auto Scaling targets diverse workloads
Autoscaling is table stakes for public cloud providers. Now AWS customers can apply it to their EC2 Fleet instance groups for improved control over cost and performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Nov 2018
AWS security tools embrace AI, but miss on multi-cloud
AWS has added AI-backed services, such as Amazon GuardDuty and Amazon Macie, to expand its security capabilities, but still hasn't addressed users' needs outside of its own platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Nov 2018
Snowball Edge enhances data migration to AWS
Enterprises use Snowball to speed data migrations, but the portable appliance has its limitations. With its newer Edge devices, AWS added compute capabilities to address that. Continue Reading
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News
08 Nov 2018
Cisco, AWS team up for Kubernetes hybrid cloud deployments
Kubernetes users pick up another option for container orchestration in hybrid deployments in the form of a product bundle from Cisco and AWS. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Oct 2018
AWS Fargate
AWS Fargate is a service that enables a user to run containers on Amazon's cloud computing platform without the need to manage the underlying infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Oct 2018
AWS cloud strategy gives nod to on-premises needs
Amazon RDS on VMware signifies a major move on premises to compete with other cloud providers and appease customers. But how far will AWS go from its cloud-only roots? Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Oct 2018
How Amazon Cognito fits into AWS security best practices
In this chapter excerpt from AWS: Security Best Practices on AWS, author Albert Anthony highlights how Amazon Cognito plays a role in application development on the AWS cloud. Continue Reading
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News
15 Oct 2018
Open source tool simplifies Kubernetes on AWS
AWS added an open source tool to manage infrastructure directly through Kubernetes. But the software is targeted at AWS assets, so don't expect it to help with portability. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Oct 2018
AWS Nitro system ushers in more compute options
While questions remain around the direction of AWS' internal Nitro project, the effort has already translated into more high-performance compute options for users. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Oct 2018
Third-party tools ease multi-cloud network snags
Aviatrix is one of a host of third-party networking services that IT teams can use to simplify complex multi-cloud deployments and supplement AWS-native tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2018
AWS bare-metal instances target a niche market -- for now
AWS' addition of bare-metal instances runs counter to its heritage but is another example of how the vendor wants to keep users on its cloud and also attract new ones. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Sep 2018
Implement these best practices to run Terraform with AWS
Infrastructure as code on AWS can introduce a learning curve, but tools, such as Terraform, can help enterprises meet their IaC goals. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Aug 2018
VMware Network Insight eyes better AWS network visibility
Some AWS users should consider a third-party tool to find better visibility into their network infrastructure and traffic patterns instead of relying on Amazon VPC. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Aug 2018
AWS balances GA of Aurora Serverless with new instance types
AWS updates in August include general availability of Amazon Aurora Serverless for MySQL, more instance types, continued progress into serverless territory, and deeper ties to VMware on premises ... 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
22 Aug 2018
Enlist AWS IoT security tools to defend your network
The internet of things offers great promise but introduces some unique risks. Research common vulnerabilities and follow best practices to secure your AWS IoT deployment. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Aug 2018
Learn the basics of Amazon EFS to find the right storage fit
While EFS offers features that S3 doesn't, Elastic File System isn't necessarily the right AWS storage service for all enterprise needs. Use this overview to weigh your options. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2018
AWS managed Kubernetes service intrigues, vexes IT pros
Amazon EKS generated curiosity among attendees at the AWS Summit in New York. But AWS' long-term container plans could change and alter how it packages the service to users. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2018
Five AWS IAM best practices to bolster cloud security
To mitigate risks and protect cloud resources, many organizations rely on AWS IAM policies. Use these five tips to learn the basic features -- and limitations -- of the service. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Jul 2018
Amazon GuardDuty
Amazon GuardDuty is a managed cloud security monitoring service that detects behavior or threats that can compromise Amazon Web Services (AWS) accounts, resources or workloads. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2018
AWS Snowball Edge extends EC2 on premises
AWS Snowball portable data transfer devices gain EC2 functionality, as the public cloud vendor seeks more ways for customers to use these boxes in their private facilities. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jun 2018
VMware-AWS service bubbles into new markets
With the VMware-AWS partnership, some customers were either reluctant or unable to use earlier versions of the service. Now, with the passage of time and corresponding product maturity, customers ... Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jun 2018
AWS Shield provides DDoS attack protection as threats mount
DDoS attacks continue to grow in sophistication, and enterprises need to be on alert. AWS Shield provides two tiers of automatic protection, but are they enough? Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jun 2018
Use service-linked IAM roles to simplify user permissions
While AWS IAM enables control over a cloud environment, it can become a management nightmare. Automate part of this process via service-linked roles to free up time for other tasks. 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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Tip
18 Jun 2018
How AWS Fargate reduces container management burdens
Enterprises face a number of management challenges when they adopt containers. While AWS Fargate eliminates some of these hurdles, be sure to mind your bill. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jun 2018
Build an AWS incident response plan in 4 key steps
Enterprises should develop and test an incident response plan for an AWS deployment -- before a hack ever occurs. Follow these four steps to get started. 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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Tip
31 May 2018
To secure AWS, a human touch goes a long way
Even with recent advancements around cloud automation, security and resiliency still require a human touch. Sharpen your skills to keep AWS disruption-free. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 May 2018
Cost to run EC2 instances vs. Docker containers
Fans of Docker claim it has many advantages for application deployment. But how does this translate in AWS? We do a trial run to compare costs. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 May 2018
Avoid data loss during AWS Spot Instance termination
While Spot Instances can be economical, they can also cause data loss without proper backup. Use databases to save instance data, and set up interruption notices to be warned. Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
Amazon Aurora backtrack: A time-travel weapon of last resort
AWS added a feature to its fastest-growing service that provides more granular response to catastrophic failures and faster recovery -- just hope you never need to use it. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 May 2018
Assess five ways to deploy AWS containers to production
Enterprises can choose from a range of AWS container deployment options. To make the right choice, they should first consider how much control they want over the infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 May 2018
Compare dedicated cloud connections from AWS, Azure and GCP
Leading public cloud providers offer dedicated, albeit different, options to help enterprises securely connect to off-premises resources. Here's a breakdown of your options. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 May 2018
Tips and tools to give AWS network performance a jolt
Don't wait for network performance to lag to do something about it. Proactively monitor AWS workloads to identify troublesome areas that can disrupt the end-user experience. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 May 2018
Rotate AWS access keys to boost cloud security
Access key rotation helps an enterprise avoid security lapses, and you can do it without disrupting your cloud environment. Follow these five steps to secure cloud access. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Apr 2018
Native, third-party tools boost interoperability in cloud
AWS exposes APIs and provides container services for portability, but does it go far enough? Some IT pros still find themselves leaning on third-party tools to fill critical gaps. Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2018
AWS blockchain template a response to market demand
AWS was lukewarm on blockchain until recently, but customer demand might have pushed the cloud provider to change its tune and offer some entry-level templates. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Apr 2018
Amazon FreeRTOS aims to simplify, secure IoT deployment
Operational technology teams have been slow to update microcontroller software due to safety and logistics concerns, but Amazon FreeRTOS aims to ease that process for AWS users. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2018
With cloud IoT platform, AWS hopes to leap stubborn barriers
During the last six months, AWS has demonstrated a commitment to IoT technology. But while it has a prominent place in the cloud IoT market, the technology doesn't fit all needs. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2018
AWS security tools fill platform gaps
AWS added more features to secure data on its platform, including private certificates, a managed service for secrets and a hub for policies regardless of where applications run. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Apr 2018
Protect your serverless app with this mix of AWS tools
As they move to serverless platforms, such as Lambda, development and operations teams need to acquire a new mindset -- and set of tools -- to keep their workloads safe. 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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News
28 Mar 2018
Enterprises wear large targets in cloud cryptomining hacks
Several examples of cryptojacking highlight organizational difficulties -- or outright neglect -- in securing AWS environments. Whether the trend continues is up to enterprise IT. Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2018
VMware cloud services tidy up AWS migration path
VMware Cloud on AWS has improved migrations, cost controls and availability, as VMware pitches customers on the value of hosting vSphere-based workloads on the public cloud. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Feb 2018
Compare AWS container services for your cloud needs
Amazon EKS meets user demand for Kubernetes support on AWS, but ECS is still an intriguing option for some use cases. See which offering best fits your needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Feb 2018
AWS Direct Connect gateway grants your network global access
Large global enterprises will welcome AWS Direct Connect gateways, which enable multi-region connections to VPCs. However, some limitations to the service still exist. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
12 Feb 2018
Eight tips to roll a service or app into an AWS deployment
With dozens of services available, it can be a challenge to integrate new services or apps into an AWS deployment. Use these eight tips to get started. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2018
AWS Instance Scheduler adds more automation options
AWS automation capabilities continue to expand, as the cloud vendor pushes customers to follow its lead to eliminate manual steps and gain efficiency. Continue Reading
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Quiz
06 Feb 2018
Test your knowledge of the AWS shared responsibility model
Do you know where AWS' security responsibility ends and yours begins? Try your hand with this quick quiz. Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2018
AWS bandwidth upgrade opens door to more data movement
A bandwidth jolt to AWS networking services gives customers faster data transfer between services, and creates workflows that might have otherwise been prohibitive. Continue Reading
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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
29 Jan 2018
EKS enters the fray of container orchestrator options
Amazon EKS relieves some of the headaches that have plagued the provider's Elastic Container Service. Here's an overview of key features and how to get started with a migration. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jan 2018
AWS snaps up Sqrrl to strengthen threat detection, analytics
Amazon's move to fold Sqrrl, a threat detection startup, into AWS security services could help bring together its growing list of disparate security tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jan 2018
M EC2 instance family offers versatile compute, at a price
General-purpose EC2 instances, like the M and T series, fit many types of applications. But before you rush to use them, know your workloads and how much capacity they need. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2018
AWS Auto Scaling simplifies management across services
Amazon's Auto Scaling service can reduce duplicate efforts by users. It's also the latest example of Amazon's effort to streamline and automate its large list of services. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jan 2018
AWS container services evolve, but remain a work in progress
At re:Invent, AWS made a number of enhancements to its container services portfolio. But its bedrock container orchestration service, Amazon ECS, still vexes some dev teams. Continue Reading