AWS management
As more companies look to do business in Amazon’s cloud, managing AWS services effectively becomes important. Delve into topics such as pricing management, support and compliance and how they relate to the AWS Partner Network, companies within the AWS Marketplace and those in vertical market industries.
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Conference Coverage
01 Dec 2022
A conference guide to AWS re:Invent 2022
Explore the latest news, product releases and technology updates, as well as analysis and expert advice from AWS re:Invent 2022 in this updating conference guide. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Nov 2022
Amazon EBS vs. EFS: An 'elastic' comparison
Elastic Block Store and Elastic File System are two of Amazon's most popular storage types. Compare how they store data before deciding which one to use. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Apr 2021
Experts raise privacy concerns over Amazon fleet surveillance
Amazon said its van monitoring system is designed solely for driver safety. But many industry experts have concerns regarding the program and its wider privacy implication. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Apr 2021
Here's why Amazon's global expansion won't come easy
Amazon would like to strengthen its global footprint, but the e-commerce giant faces roadblocks and challenges today that did not exist in the company's formative years. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2021
How Amazon became a force in SMB lending
Amazon has upped its game with small business lending and credit options for its top merchants, showing more willingness to partner with financial services' biggest names. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Mar 2021
Amazon Care expands as demand for big tech regulation grows
Amazon expands its healthcare delivery service Amazon Care against the growing interest in telehealth and the growing intensity of big tech regulation. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Feb 2021
Is construction Amazon's next target for disruption?
Amazon has already made inroads into the construction industry and experts speculate that there will be more to come. Construction companies, among the digital laggards, must adapt to the digital era to survive. Continue Reading
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13 Jan 2021
Amazon's impact on publishing transforms the book industry
Amazon changed the way we publish, purchase and read books. Publishing experts said they expect more industry disruption to come. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Nov 2020
How Amazon and COVID-19 influence 2020 seasonal hiring trends
Retail and logistics companies must adapt their hiring strategies to compete with Amazon and respond to the pandemic's effect on shopping habits. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Sep 2020
New Amazon grocery stores run on computer vision, apps
Amazon dives deeper into the grocery business with its first 'new concept' grocery store, driven by automation, computer vision and sensors. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2020
Amazon's sustainability initiatives: Half empty or half full?
Amazon's public perception and investment profile are at stake as altruism and self-interest mix in its efforts to become a more sustainable company. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Aug 2020
How Amazon launched the warehouse robotics industry
In 2012, the warehouse robotics industry consisted of Kiva Systems, the sole supplier to serve all e-commerce companies. When Amazon devoured Kiva, a wellspring of startups bubbled up in response. Continue Reading
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10 Jul 2020
Learn the scope of Amazon subscription services
Prime is just one of Amazon's many membership offerings. Learn the features and fees of Amazon subscriptions to understand this business unit. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2020
Amazon healthcare initiatives wake up an industry slow to change
Amazon's entrance into healthcare pushes established healthcare businesses to address and improve longstanding logistical and technological issues. Continue Reading
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14 May 2020
What Amazon's culture and practices can teach your company
Amazon has set a standard for workplace innovation that many firms aim to emulate. But experts advise executives to adjust insights from Amazon to fit their organizations' needs. Continue Reading
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05 May 2020
Break down the components of Amazon's retail business
Scan this overview of Amazon's various retail business units, from online platforms to brick-and-mortar stores, to understand what makes the company a dominant force in retail. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Apr 2020
AWS ARM-based chips could shift microprocessor market
Amazon confronts cloud rivals with microprocessor designs. AWS ARM-based A1 instances offer high processing for lower costs and improved utilization. Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2020
COVID-19 ups the fight against Amazon package 'porch pirates'
Many unlucky online shoppers have fallen prey to 'porch pirates' who steal packages from outside their homes. It's a problem that could be exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2020
Amazon bets big on last mile delivery service improvements
Amazon has made a significant investment in building out its last mile delivery services to grab a piece of the growing grocery delivery market. Continue Reading
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02 Apr 2020
Amazon moves into autonomous vehicle market
Amazon aims to lower transportation costs and complete the last mile of delivery with autonomous technology. COVID-19 could accelerate its adoption. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Mar 2020
Amazon in Europe -- German retailers demand better terms
German third-party sellers have challenged Amazon business practices. Here's how it may lead to changes that influence Amazon's growth across Europe. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Mar 2020
Amazon smart devices to expand in homes and businesses
Amazon's smart devices range from kitchen appliances to AI-powered assistants. Find out how the tech giant plans to extend its reach into more settings and capabilities. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Mar 2020
Coronavirus disruption frays Amazon supply chain
Even as orders increase, disruption from the new coronavirus outbreak could have big consequences for smaller, third-party sellers on Amazon, as they will be punished for stock outages. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Mar 2020
5 stories on the Amazon effect across industries and society
Amazon drives economic, tech and social change. See our coverage of the company's broad impact and growth strategy with these five stories. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Feb 2020
Amazon grocery strategy could shake up food retail industry
Amazon is a small player in the grocery store industry but one with increasing influence. It already has considerable technical innovations under its belt that have forced competitors to respond. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Feb 2020
Amazon's environmental impact delivers climate change concerns
Consumers are accustomed to free and fast delivery from Amazon and other e-tailers, but the convenience of online shopping comes at a cost to the environment. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jan 2020
New themed Amazon pop-up stores built on consumer data
In its never-ending quest to establish unique physical locations, Amazon has plans to launch a chain of themed pop-up stores that will focus on a specific product category or trend. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2020
AWS security faces challenges after a decade of dominance
After a decade of dominating the public cloud market and influencing cloud security, AWS is faced with new challenges stemming from old problems and increasing competition. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Dec 2019
AWS AI tools focus on developers
AWS sells many AI products, tools and services aimed at developers, including several for AI newcomers, such as DeepRacer, DeepLens and DeepComposer. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Dec 2019
Amazon healthcare strategy is built on pilot projects
Amazon may be known as an online retail giant. But the company has its sights set on something else: healthcare. Continue Reading
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News
20 Dec 2019
How Amazon HR influences hiring trends
Amazon recently reached the 750,000 employee mark. As the company gets larger, so does its potential to shape wages and hiring. But its HR influence is a matter of debate. Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2019
AWS storage changes the game inside, outside data centers
Long-term influence of Amazon storage centers on S3 API for object systems and extends to pricing, data durability and IT infrastructure planning and decision-making. Continue Reading
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News
17 Dec 2019
How Amazon customer experience became e-commerce standard
Amazon made personalization, one-click shopping, quick shipping and easy returns de facto standards for all B2C and now, B2B businesses. Read about how the company did it, and what's next. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2019
Government Amazon antitrust inquiries scrutinize market dominance
The federal government and states are examining whether Amazon stifles competition and violates antitrust laws. The inquiries could result in action such as breakup of the tech giant. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2019
Amazon's growth strategy could target 5 key markets
Amazon could move well beyond its core e-commerce and cloud services businesses in pursuit of growth, targeting markets such as publishing, health care and travel. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2019
Amazon supply chain model disrupts entire industry
Amazon has conditioned consumers to get goods as quickly as possible, which has affected the global supply chain industry from top to bottom, including inventory management and logistics. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Dec 2019
Amazon stores struggle to move from the cloud to solid ground
Looking for new kingdoms to conquer, Amazon is aggressively moving into physical retail locations. This time the e-commerce giant may face tougher competition. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2019
AWS seeks niche in the cloud UC market
AWS could play a bigger role in the cloud UC market in 2020 and beyond by targeting developers and existing AWS customers. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2019
New AWS cost management tool, instance tactics to cut cloud bills
AWS users like Lyft and Salesforce have figured out how to keep their cloud costs as low as possible, and a new cloud management tool from Amazon aims to help others do the same. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Nov 2019
Experts expect AWS re:Invent 2019 to spotlight AI, security and more
Re:Invent 2019 will yet again be heavy on product rollouts. Get ready for the show with a rundown on the topics and technologies our experts predict AWS will spotlight. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2019
Kick-start AWS cost reduction with these tools and techniques
Never turn your back on a cloud deployment. Learn how to tame AWS bills through capacity planning and governance practices, relying on CloudFormation, Cost Explorer and other AWS products. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2019
AWS expands its cloud cost optimization portfolio
AWS customers have long bemoaned its complexity, which can lead to inadvertent costs. Now AWS has a recommendation tool to help them optimize their EC2 instances for cost and performance. 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
13 Jun 2019
AWS partner program targets cloud migration of ISV workloads
A new AWS cloud migration program is geared to bring ISV application workloads to the platform, and offers a financial incentive for cloud migrations that go well. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jun 2019
IT skills shortage leads to AWS certification demand
AWS certifications help engineers advance their careers and help businesses find qualified candidates. Learn why demand for certifications is on the rise and how to get and stay certified. 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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24 May 2019
AWS Pricing Calculator promises better cost estimates, with limitations
Quickly generate cost estimates for your cloud with the AWS Pricing Calculator. Find out how it could help you budget, as well as how it stacks up to other pricing tools. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2019
AWS IQ marketplace taps demand for AWS experts
AWS is at work on IQ, a job marketplace that matches AWS experts with customers. Similar in appearance to the likes of Upwork, IQ is set for launch later this year. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2019
AWS CloudFormation complaints spark roadmap pledge
AWS has responded to user complaints over feature lag and a perceived lack of organizational support for CloudFormation, its popular native infrastructure-as-code service. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Mar 2019
Amazon Forecast melds time series data with machine learning
Consider Amazon Forecast to help with data predictions, resource planning and more. Find out how the service works and ways it can be customized to meet enterprise needs. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Jan 2019
AWS month in review: Cloud SLAs abound
AWS added 11 cloud SLAs to its platform in January as it continues to lure enterprises to higher-level services. The contracts should make the services more palatable to organizations that require ... 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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News
04 Jan 2019
New app suite targets AWS enterprise customers
AWS wants to become more of a business adviser to its customers and plans to provide more options, thanks, in part, to an app suite currently in use by its in-house employees. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Dec 2018
Go for AWS third-party tools if native options don't cut it
AWS users who can't find the service they need can turn to third-party tools for help, especially if they run on multiple clouds or want better integration options. Continue Reading
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News
07 Dec 2018
AWS enterprise strategy targets industry verticals
AWS could soon add services specialized for industries such as healthcare and finance. It might be lucrative, but not everyone agrees it's a smart move. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2018
AWS' enterprise efforts shift to prescriptive services
AWS gives users plenty of options, but with that diversity comes complexity. In response, the cloud vendor is poised to move into new territory to appease its enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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News
30 Nov 2018
AWS License Manager spotlights BYOL compliance
Many AWS customers use the bring-your-own-license model. Now, the cloud vendor has given them a tool to ensure they comply with third-party contract agreements. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Nov 2018
Consider these options to reduce AWS data transfer costs
While it's free to get data onto AWS, it can be expensive to get it off. Avoid being stung by hefty egress fees with services such as CloudFront, Direct Connect and Snowball. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2018
Words to go: AWS business productivity apps
AWS may be best known for IaaS, but the provider also offers SaaS apps to enhance business productivity. That said, they likely won't check off every box for enterprise users. Continue Reading
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Buyer's Guide
29 Oct 2018
A guide to AWS cost control with third-party tools
Expenses can quickly rise if companies don't properly manage their AWS environment. Discover the business case for third-party cloud cost management tools, as well as how they compare in the market. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2018
Avoid messy breakups with your AWS consulting partner
Maintain control over cloud credentials and permissions to avoid a bad breakup with your AWS consultant, and structure your contract to safeguard against deals gone awry. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2018
Centralize AWS account management with native SSO tool
Some third-party tools have longer track records, but AWS SSO offers an appealing alternative as a native service to handle cloud account management. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Sep 2018
Assess, manage AWS costs with third-party tools
An ecosystem of third-party products augment AWS' vast portfolio of cloud services, including cost management tools. Dig into these vendor tools to find a fit for your organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Aug 2018
Assess VMC on AWS benefits against possible tradeoffs
AWS provides the types of benefits many VMware -- and Amazon -- users want, despite some tradeoffs for those more accustomed to vSphere on premises. Continue Reading
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News
27 Aug 2018
VMware Cloud on AWS ups its appeal to legacy shops
The latest version of VMware's joint hybrid cloud offering with AWS emphasizes faster and more seamless migrations for legacy apps on their way to the cloud. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2018
Key considerations when buying AWS cost management tools
Third-party management tools can keep costs down in AWS environments, particularly in a multi-cloud strategy. Learn how to evaluate these tools and the features that they offer. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
03 Aug 2018
AWS cloud features offer network, performance improvements
As is often the case, AWS' yearly Summit in New York provided the scene for some additional features and functionality. While AWS cloud features are unveiled regularly, the free-to-attend ... Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jul 2018
AWS cost management tools wrangle unwieldy expenses
It can be a challenge to manage AWS costs, and native tools might not effectively address it. Learn how third-party vendors can help. 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
29 Jun 2018
Breadth of AWS features acts as a double-edged sword for IT
AWS offers a wide variety of cloud tools but, in some cases, still lacks the core IT management and ops features that enterprises crave. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Jun 2018
Use AWS tags to sharpen your cloud visibility
AWS resource tags provide admins with more visibility into their cloud deployment. Learn how to implement them with these best practices. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Jun 2018
AWS' market share growth depends on enterprise focus
While AWS remains the clear leader in the public IaaS market, the vendor's future success depends on how it addresses the more foundational needs of its enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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Guide
12 Jun 2018
Pave a lasting AWS career path
While cloud certifications might help you land an AWS job, most employers look for IT pros with a mix of training and hands-on expertise. Use this guide to strike the right balance. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 May 2018
Three AWS budget challenges that plague enterprises
Based on their size, companies face unique challenges around budget management in the cloud. Follow this expert advice to keep your costs in check. Continue Reading
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22 May 2018
Implement AWS billing alerts to stay on budget
AWS offers compute power at your fingertips, but cloud resources can quickly drive up costs if users aren't careful. Stay within your budget with AWS billing alarms and metrics. Continue Reading
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Answer
21 May 2018
Remove AWS security credentials for outgoing employees
Personnel changes are inevitable at an enterprise, and security teams need to revoke AWS credentials accordingly to ensure the integrity of their cloud data. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2018
EC2 features geared toward modest enterprise adoption
AWS infrastructure services now offer more VM control, licensing flexibility and a price cut -- all part of its plan to lure coveted enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Apr 2018
Why take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam?
Even if you're not an IT pro, you can ace the AWS certification exam. Break down the communication walls between nontechnical staff and cloud experts by obtaining this AWS certification. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Apr 2018
Three laws of IoT connectivity govern AWS' strategy
The growth and proliferation of connected sensors has drawn AWS headlong into the IoT market. And a recent keynote speech provided clues as to how the cloud provider shapes its tools to manage ... Continue Reading
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Quiz
13 Apr 2018
Test your knowledge of GDPR rights and AWS data protection
Is your enterprise GDPR-compliant? Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the EU regulation, as well as relevant AWS data protection tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2018
Early adopters face AWS Lambda cost management challenges
Serverless computing abstracts away infrastructure management responsibilities, but some customers find that this convenience comes with a price that's not easy to estimate or manage. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 Mar 2018
Professional-level AWS certifications pay off for cloud vets
To gain a Professional-level AWS certification, AWS requires at least two years of experience with its platform. But will it help your career, or is it just a notch in your belt? Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Mar 2018
Management tools emerge from VMware-AWS partnership
VMware provides a series of tools, including Discovery, Cost Insight and Wavefront, to lighten the multi-cloud management burden for VMware Cloud on AWS customers. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Mar 2018
Zero-trust model boosts AWS infrastructure security
Security worries slowed early cloud adoption, and while many organizations eventually migrated, they failed to lock down access. Here's one way to combat that problem. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Feb 2018
Dropbox is likely an outlier with its successful cloud data migration off AWS
Dropbox's move off AWS was a windfall for the company, but most traditional corporations shouldn't bank on similar success. The file hosting company saved nearly $75 million in infrastructure costs ... Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Feb 2018
AWS managed services improve performance, cost efficiency
In this book excerpt from Effective DevOps with AWS, learn how to drive performance improvements and reduce costs with data management services. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Feb 2018
HIPAA-eligible services nudge enterprises toward compliance
While certain services on AWS can help you ensure HIPAA compliance, don't view them as a complete replacement for proper security checks and approval processes. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Feb 2018
Azure and AWS continue their race for public cloud dominance
In the battle between public cloud vendors, Microsoft hopes its large enterprise customer base and a focus on hybrid cloud can help it close the gap with AWS. Continue Reading
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Answer
13 Feb 2018
Avoid AWS access control mistakes to keep your cloud safe
If you get clumsy with AWS security, you can put your whole business at risk. Be wary of these common errors, and implement best practices to secure your workloads. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Feb 2018
How cloud vets can advance along an AWS career path
Cloud training companies often gear their material toward newcomers. But experienced cloud professionals can enhance their knowledge, too, with some dedication. Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Jan 2018
IaaS providers weigh new tech against core offerings
Like its rivals, AWS continues to push itself up the stack -- and capture headlines in the process. But user demand still revolves around core infrastructure features. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Jan 2018
AWS-VMware partnership remains a win-win -- for now
When AWS and VMware partnered up, it opened new revenue streams for each company. But does the deal mark a one-off collaboration or a long-term team-up? Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jan 2018
The future of AWS holds new tech, heated competition
As the world rings in a new year, AWS moves forward in a contentious cloud market. Our experts speculate whether edge, IoT and machine learning will help AWS maintain its lead. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Jan 2018
These AWS features, partnerships dominated 2017 news
It's difficult for AWS customers to stay informed on everything the cloud provider offers. Get up to speed with these top AWS news stories from 2017. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Oct 2017
Reduce AWS costs with volume discounts, Reserved Instances
AWS volume discounts sound simple -- the more you buy, the less you pay. But cost savings can vary based on the services you use and whether Reserved Instances play a role. Continue Reading
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Answer
27 Sep 2017
Prevent hacked AWS accounts from wreaking havoc
Security should be a top priority in public cloud deployment, but breaches are still possible. If your AWS account has been hacked, follow these steps to minimize the impact. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2017
AWS Marketplace seller, buyer FAQs
AWS Marketplace serves Amazon Web Services customers and vendor partners alike. So, how does it work, and what types of software are available? Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Jun 2017
AWS GovCloud lags behind private sector, but that's changing
In the fast-paced world of public cloud, if AWS is the hare, AWS GovCloud is the tortoise. GovCloud launched in 2011 to meet stricter regulatory requirements for federal, state and local ... Continue Reading
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Tip
05 May 2017
AWS certification types with the most street cred
Passing an AWS certification exam is often a top benchmark on a cloud pro's resume. These AWS certifications are considered the most difficult -- and valuable. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Apr 2017
Understand the pros, cons of an AWS cloud VPN service
Our team will move workloads into AWS, but we need control and security over them. What VPN features does Amazon Lightsail provide, and is it better suited for certain workloads? Continue Reading
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Answer
15 Dec 2016
What are some AWS Marketplace benefits for enterprises?
Our enterprise lists its services in the AWS Marketplace. What's the best way to use the marketplace to sell our products? Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Sep 2016
Craft a business continuity plan to maximize AWS uptime
Strong business continuity plans start with an evaluation of needs. Native and third-party disaster recovery tools fit into a BC plan to protect cloud data and workloads. Continue Reading