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News
01 Dec 2021
Dell extends Cyber Recovery ransomware protection to AWS
Dell EMC's PowerProtect Cyber Recovery launched in AWS Marketplace, providing customers with a way to isolate their data in AWS-based storage instead of on premises. Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Clumio extends backup as a service to Amazon S3
Clumio Protect for Amazon S3 provides point-in-time recovery and anti-ransomware features to a storage environment that is increasingly becoming mission-critical. 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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Feature
16 Jun 2017
Strategies to accelerate AWS Lambda functions
In this chapter excerpt from Serverless Architectures on AWS, author Peter Sbarski shares five tricks developers can use to improve Lambda function performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Jun 2017
Know your AWS downtime limits
Enterprises have different standards of downtime tolerance, which often vary between applications. Properly set your expectations and avoid unnecessary -- and unwanted -- downtime. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jun 2017
Examine AWS X-Ray for app performance management
AWS X-Ray gives developers a more detailed view of distributed and serverless applications. But if they want to use multiple clouds or other services, it's not a good fit. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Jun 2017
Use AWS Batch -- not Lambda -- for these workloads
AWS Batch makes it easier to automatically spin up EC2 instances and boost capacity to provision resources for uneven application workloads. 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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Tip
28 Apr 2017
Build Docker container images with AWS CodeBuild
AWS CodeBuild is a developer tool that automates tasks, such as software releases, and enables IT teams to build and push containers to a registry within minutes. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Mar 2017
Amazon Route 53 benefits include efficient domain management
There are many domain hosting options, but Amazon Route 53 stands out from the pack for resolution speed -- especially among AWS users. Route 53 offers these benefits for users. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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Tip
01 Mar 2017
How Oracle licensing on AWS affects portability
AWS works with software vendors to make cloud workloads more portable, but some vendors have licensing restrictions that could complicate BYOL. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Feb 2017
Which AWS programming language is best for our project?
AWS developers can choose between a variety programming languages, including Microsoft, .NET, Java and Python. How do they differ and should we use them to develop applications? Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2017
When and how to use a FIFO queue in SQS
Using FIFO queues in Amazon SQS support Exactly-Once Processing and keep tasks in order. But they can create bottlenecks if used with the wrong workloads. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jan 2017
Using REST APIs in AWS connects services, creates concerns
APIs help developers connect services, but also create security and management concerns. This excerpt from 'Mastering AWS Development' explores REST API commands for AWS. 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
15 Nov 2016
Real-time app development helps minimize delays
The differences between real-time and near real-time application development are invisible to the naked eye, but everyone suffers from delays in app builds and execution. Continue Reading
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Answer
31 Oct 2016
How do AWS IAM permissions manage resource access?
We use AWS Identity and Access Management for cloud security, but aren't sure how roles, permissions and policies differ in a cloud security strategy. How do they protect resources? Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Oct 2016
Benefits of moving from EC2-Classic to VPC
AWS replaced EC2-Classic instances with Virtual Private Cloud to help enterprises better secure networks and resources. Here's how the two instances differ and how to migrate to VPC. 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
07 Oct 2016
Custom AWS metrics maximize use of CloudWatch Logs
Unlike standard app dev methods, serverless computing with AWS Lambda does not enable easy debugging. These tools can help developers keep an eye out for Lambda errors. 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
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Answer
20 Sep 2016
What are the limitations when running Active Directory in AWS?
AWS Directory Service provides three options for running Active Directory in the cloud: Microsoft AD, Simple AD and AD Connector. What are the drawbacks of each AD option? 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
11 Aug 2016
How long does it take to retrieve data from Glacier storage?
Our enterprise periodically needs to access cold data from Amazon Glacier. How long does it take to retrieve data, and what are other infrequent data access options? Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2016
Control AWS traffic with routing policies
AWS offers four routing policies in Amazon Route 53 Traffic Flow. While each option balances heavy traffic loads, admins must consider each policy's specific uses. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2016
Master Amazon CloudWatch metrics to track AWS use
Amazon CloudWatch enables administrators to track resources using metrics and log files. Admins should get to know the terminology as well as ins and outs of the auditing service. 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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Tip
25 May 2016
How do we license Windows Server on AWS?
Our enterprise has been wary of licensing issues, but we'd like to move Microsoft-based workloads to AWS. How can we migrate those workloads without violating licenses? Continue Reading
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Tip
05 May 2016
Amazon Inspector gives dev automated security assessment
Cloud vulnerabilities can quickly evolve into security threats; vigilance is a key in identifying weaknesses. Amazon Inspector detects common weaknesses, providing peace of mind. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Apr 2016
Steps to generate an HTTP response header with AWS Lambda
Some AWS users have difficulty setting HTTP response headers based on Lambda functions. Chris Moyer explains how to accomplish that task, and how it can be helpful for developers. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Apr 2016
How do CloudWatch logging features track resources?
Between our on-premises and in-cloud resources, our hybrid infrastructure produces a multitude of logs. How can we use Amazon CloudWatch to aggregate and visualize logs? Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Apr 2016
AWS CodeCommit triggers bolster use of Git
AWS CodeCommit allows admins to manage Git repositories. AWS recently added support for triggers, giving IT teams the ability to respond to events and accelerate app deployments. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 Mar 2016
How do AWS configuration management tools work?
When running AWS in our enterprise, it has been a challenge to keep tabs on active resources. Which native tools define and maintain configuration scripts? Continue Reading
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Quiz
28 Mar 2016
Get a grasp on QA, load balancing in AWS
AWS Elastic Load Balancing is an important component of application development in AWS; QA testing is the next critical step. How well do you know these AWS features and processes? Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Mar 2016
Set up and stream CloudFront video and audio
Netflix and Samsung are two of several companies relying on AWS' streaming video platform, Amazon CloudFront. Here's a step-by-step on how to set up the streaming service. Continue Reading
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Answer
10 Mar 2016
How does AWS fit into the application testing process?
Our on-premises environment makes QA difficult, as our resources are limited. How can a public cloud provider like AWS enable a more effective process to test applications? Continue Reading
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Answer
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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Answer
25 Feb 2016
What licenses do we need to run Oracle Database on AWS?
Working in AWS has made it difficult for our enterprise to keep track of software license limitations. What restrictions should we watch for when running Oracle on AWS? Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Jan 2016
How can I troubleshoot AWS connectivity problems?
Our business is having trouble connecting to our AWS resources. We're not sure if this is an availability or connectivity issue. How can we determine the problem? Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jan 2016
Dive into AWS Lambda example code for S3 alerts
The functionality of AWS Lambda continues to grow as developers customize the service. Learn how to configure the service to send text messages for S3 changes. Continue Reading
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Answer
17 Dec 2015
Making an AWS Lambda function and microservices work together
Our developers want to switch to microservices to improve scalability and ease upgrades to our AWS-based applications. How does AWS Lambda support this type of architecture? Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2015
Amazon Route 53 adds Traffic Flow, beats most prices
AWS shops are excited to see Amazon Route 53 add Traffic Flow, though there are also third-party products on the market that offer similar features. Continue Reading
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Answer
16 Nov 2015
What's the best way to secure Amazon S3 buckets?
Our enterprise stores different types of data, including video and graphics, in Amazon S3. What options are available to secure Amazon S3 buckets and encrypt our data? Continue Reading
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Answer
26 Aug 2015
How does AWS Simple Email Service differ from my email server?
Our business sends promotional emails and newsletters. We like our current email server, but could AWS Simple Email Service help with our marketing efforts? Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Aug 2015
What to know before going all-in with AWS AppStream
While a valuable service for AWS users looking to connect to different types of devices, AppStream has network and security limitations IT professionals should consider. Continue Reading
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Guide
24 Aug 2015
AWS analytics tools help make sense of big data
The data analytics market is rising with the popularity of cloud computing. As the leader in the public cloud, AWS drives the next generation of big data processing. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 Jul 2015
What are the benefits and drawbacks of an AWS SLA?
It's hard to determine when to adhere to a service-level agreement versus compromising for price. What are the pros and cons of the AWS SLA? 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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Answer
01 Jun 2015
How can we save money in Amazon EC2 Container Service?
Our group doesn't need containers all the time. How can we scale back or stop a Docker container that's running in Amazon Elastic Container Service? Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Apr 2015
Amazon earnings numbers show AWS success, IaaS growth
Amazon finally broke out AWS numbers in its recent earnings report, quieting critics and proving it's a viable IaaS cloud provider for the enterprise. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Apr 2015
Elastic Load Balancing tricks for AWS applications
Improperly configuring Elastic Load Balancing and Auto Scaling Groups in Elastic Beanstalk can harm AWS app performance. Avoid these setup mistakes. Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2015
AWS S3 replication across regions means simpler, cheaper DR
Replication across AWS cloud regions is now a checkbox item in the management console, circumventing homegrown and third-party tools. Continue Reading
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Answer
11 Feb 2015
How to save an Amazon EBS snapshot to S3
I'd like to back up an Elastic Block Store volume to AWS S3. What do I have to do and what are the associated costs? Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jan 2015
Setting up a CloudFront distribution on AWS S3
AWS CloudFront works with a range of other services, including EC2 and S3. Follow these steps to set up a CloudFront distribution from an S3 bucket. Continue Reading
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Guide
28 Jan 2015
AWS vs. Google comparison guide
AWS and Google are slugging it out in the public cloud ring -- going blow for blow on price and features. How do they compare on performance and cost? Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Jan 2015
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud features explained
AWS EC2 is a cloud service that's easy to use and easy to set up if companies understand its many facets and features. Continue Reading
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Answer
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
12 Jan 2015
When and how to use the AWS Command Line Interface
Sometimes a command line is needed for application management. Learn how and when to use the AWS Command Line Interface. Continue Reading
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Quiz
17 Dec 2014
Test your knowledge: Amazon Simple Queue Service quiz
Test your knowledge of Amazon Web Services' simple queuing service with this 10-question quiz. 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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Quiz
26 Nov 2014
Test your knowledge: Amazon Redshift quiz
Test your knowledge of Amazon Web Services' fully managed data warehouse service with this 10-question quiz. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2014
Cazena gives glimpse of big data cloud plan at AWS show
Cazena, a stealth-mode startup founded by former Netezza executives, is looking to solve the pain points that many enterprises have with managing and analyzing big data in the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2014
AWS Lambda, Container Service to reinvent cloud provisioning
AWS Lambda could help IT replace wasted compute cycles without any compute resources needed to support it – a 'connective tissue' for AWS Services. Continue Reading
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News
07 Nov 2014
Docker, live migration top AWS re:Invent wish lists
AWS users hope to get live migration support, simpler cloud billing and new Docker integration at re:Invent. Continue Reading
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Quiz
21 Oct 2014
Test your knowledge: Amazon CloudFront quiz
Test your knowledge of Amazon Web Services' content delivery service with this 10-question quiz. Continue Reading
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Quiz
30 Sep 2014
Test your knowledge: Amazon Simple Storage Service quiz
Think you know everything about Amazon Simple Storage Service? Test your storage knowledge with this 10 question quiz about Amazon S3. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 Sep 2014
Does AWS CloudFront work with static and dynamic content?
Dan Sullivan reviews AWS CloudFront and the two types of content it works with, static and dynamic. Continue Reading
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Quiz
29 Sep 2014
Amazon Web Services Security Quiz
Test your knowledge of Amazon Web Services security best practices with this 10 question security quiz. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2014
Parsing AWS CloudTrail logs for useful information
AWS CloudTrail logs all API calls, which means it generates a lot of data. But digging for useful data among all the logs takes some work. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 Aug 2014
Benefits of Amazon SES in the enterprise
Marketing firms and online gaming companies often look for less expensive ways to send bulk email to customers or would-be buyers. Here's a look at what Amazon SES has to offer. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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News
01 Aug 2014
AWS adds logs to CloudWatch, under-prices third-party tools
Amazon Web Service’s new CloudWatch Logs may give IT pros reason to ditch more expensive third party tools such as Splunk, Loggly and Logstash. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2014
AWS mobility swings for the fences, only gets to first base
Not to be outdone by mobile app giants like Google, AWS laid out several mobile features this week. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2014
Understanding the connection between AWS, DevOps
David Linthicum explains the connection between AWS and DevOps, how it brings together development and operations to produce better applications and reduce the time it takes to improve and deploy them, and the Amazon Web Services that support it. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2014
Accelerate dynamic content with AWS CloudFront
Use AWS CloudFront to optimize the delivery of static content to users and to accelerate dynamic content. This makes the service more useful for non-video-related apps, such as speeding the distribution of user-generated and personalized content. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2014
SaaS application development on PaaS: 5 steps to reduce risk
Developers need only follow these five steps to mitigate the risks of SaaS application development. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2014
Amazon’s share price falls 6% on quarterly results
Amazon’s share price fell 6% in after-hours trade after the firm reported a second-quarter net loss of $126m Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jul 2014
Tracking user activity with AWS CloudTrail
AWS CloudTrail is a Web service that keeps track of AWS API calls in your account and stores logs from multiple accounts and multiple regions in the same S3 bucket. Learn to turn on AWS CloudTrail and to find and read log files. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jul 2014
AWS adds logs to CloudWatch, under-prices third-party tools
Amazon Web Service’s new CloudWatch Logs may give IT pros reason to ditch more expensive third party tools such as Splunk, Loggly and Logstash. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2014
AWS mobility swings for the fences, only gets to first base
Not to be outdone by mobile app giants like Google, AWS laid out several mobile features this week. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2014
AWS vs. Azure face-off: cloud costs, commitments and SLAs
IT pros may find it tough to compare AWS and Azure. But we decode their free and paid plans, as well as costs, SLAs and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jun 2014
Monitoring SQS metrics with Amazon CloudWatch
Learn how to use Amazon CloudWatch to monitor and access metrics for a Simple Queue Service. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2014
AWS certification process calls for experience in the trenches
Real-world experience with Amazon's cloud services is the best prep for AWS certs, and experience trumps passing grades for IT employers. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jun 2014
Process large data sets quickly with Amazon Elastic MapReduce
Learn how to distribute large amounts of data to Amazon S3 using the Amazon EMR cluster. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 May 2014
Set up AWS CloudWatch alerts and alarms
Need more insight into your AWS cloud? Want to know when something is wrong before it's too late? Use CloudWatch to create alerts and alarms. Continue Reading
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Tip
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
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Tip
18 Apr 2014
AWS Management Console: Five steps to create an S3 bucket policy
In this AWS Management Console series, learn five ways to create an S3 bucket policy. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Apr 2014
S3 Browser: Amazon's adaptable data storage interface
Learn how to use the SS3 Browser and how to benefit from it. Continue Reading
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Guide
03 Mar 2014
Explore new AWS offerings for developers and enterprises alike
This Amazon Web Services guide contains expert insights on three AWS offerings -- AppStream, Kinesis and WorkSpaces -- while touching on other issues. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Jan 2014
Amazon's data flow PaaS: AppStream and Kinesis
Learn why AppStream and Kinesis are different kinds of data flow services. Continue Reading
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Answer
06 Jan 2014
Amazon Kinesis: When to use Amazon's new big-data processing service
In this expert answer, Chris Moyer offers advice on using Amazon Kinesis for near-real-time processing of streaming big data. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Jan 2014
Learn about using Amazon AppStream to stream resource-gobbling apps
In this feature, contributor Caroline de Lacvivier answers frequently asked questions about Amazon Web Services' new developer tool, Amazon AppStream. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Dec 2013
FAQ: AWS takes on real-time processing with Amazon Kinesis
Amazon Kinesis was launched at the 2013 AWS conference. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions to help you decide if it's right for you. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Dec 2013
FAQ: All about WorkSpaces, Amazon's new cloud-based desktop service
Associate Site Editor Caroline de Lacvivier answers common questions about Amazon Web Services' new cloud-based desktop service, Amazon WorkSpaces. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2013
Overprovisioning: A costly cloud computing mistake
Expert Pete Adams explains how overprovisioning is one of two mistakes IT pros make when running an infrastructure in the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
27 Nov 2013
AWS re:Invent: Securing the cloud-based virtual desktop
Following AWS re:Invent, Mark Nunnikhoven, a principal engineer for Trend Micro Inc., talks about cloud security and Amazon WorkSpaces. Continue Reading
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News
22 Nov 2013
Overprovisioning in AWS? Cost-control tools and strategies can help
For organizations that have moved to the cloud, old habits may be costing them dearly as they overprovision resources without any cost-control tools. Continue Reading
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Quiz
12 Nov 2013
Take our quiz to find out what you know about AWS IaaS
Amazon Web Services continues to grow rapidly, and it's easy to confuse its many offerings. Test your AWS IaaS knowledge in this 10-question quiz. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Sep 2013
AWS auto-scaling lets companies expand and contract service as needed
Contributor Chris Moyer describes how Amazon Web Services customers can use AWS auto-scaling to adjust to changes in demand. Continue Reading