Building and maintaining a hybrid cloud
A hybrid cloud architecture gives enterprises the flexibility to orchestrate workloads between public and on-premises private cloud infrastructure. Learn about the various benefits of this model, and collect best practices for building and maintaining a hybrid cloud, from automation to networking and security.
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10 Nov 2022
10 FAQs about cloud computing
Learn the basics of cloud computing with answers to these frequently asked questions. Review the different types of clouds, and see how your company can get started with them. Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2022
Public vs. private vs. hybrid cloud: Key differences defined
As cloud services and practices mature, it's time to rethink long-held assumptions about the private and public cloud models and consider a hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2022
IBM hybrid cloud strategy driving revenue growth
IBM revenue for its hybrid cloud business showed little indication of slowing down, with the company reporting sales of $6.2 billion for the fourth quarter and $20 billion for 2021. Continue Reading
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14 Dec 2021
Popular security best practices for hybrid cloud
Combining a public cloud and an on-premises environment creates unfamiliar security challenges. Learn the main security issues in hybrid cloud and the ways to combat them. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2021
12 key steps for a successful cloud migration
Ready to move your on-premises apps to the cloud? From rehosting vs. redesigning to testing and monitoring, follow these key steps for a successful cloud migration. Continue Reading
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09 Nov 2021
How to overcome 3 multi-tenancy security issues
Explore three major multi-tenancy security challenges and how to fix them, including lack of visibility, privilege overallocation and poor data security management. Continue Reading
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02 Nov 2021
Microsoft Azure Stack HCI adds Arc, virtual desktop support
Azure Stack HCI users now have more management features, better integration with Arc and the ability to run Windows virtual desktops. Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2021
Compare products within the Azure Stack portfolio
Azure Stack Hub, Azure Stack HCI and Azure Stack Edge all support a hybrid cloud architecture. Learn their key differences in terms of form factor, management options and more. Continue Reading
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11 Oct 2021
On premises vs. cloud: The major similarities and differences
An organization deciding whether to run a workload on premises or in the cloud must carefully evaluate security, reliability, costs and other factors -- and ask four key questions. Continue Reading
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07 Sep 2021
Understand the 5 main benefits of hybrid cloud for businesses
Why choose between public cloud and private systems when you can have both? With hybrid cloud, enterprises can address workload requirements, business demands and budgetary needs. Continue Reading
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02 Sep 2021
9 IBM Cloud Paks for app modernization and cloud efforts
While businesses seek benefits in outsourced and scalable infrastructure and services, moving to cloud creates challenges in workload modernization. See if IBM Cloud Paks can help. Continue Reading
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02 Sep 2021
Multi-cloud vs. hybrid cloud similarities and differences
Organizations sometimes struggle to understand the difference between hybrid cloud and multi-cloud. Check out this video and tips to get familiar with these architectures. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2021
Hybrid cloud connectivity best practices and considerations
Private and public clouds stress networks in different ways and don't always play well together. Here's what to know to set up a cost-effective hybrid cloud network architecture. Continue Reading
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16 Aug 2021
AWS Outposts vs. Azure Stack vs. Google Anthos hybrid storage
Explore the essential buy-in, deployment, implementation and management factors organizations should consider when comparing these major hybrid cloud storage services. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
10 Aug 2021
4 common traps to avoid in a multi-cloud strategy
Multi-cloud strategies are popular, but they do require planning and management. Review some ways to sidestep these four potential pitfalls. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2021
IBM z/OS V2.5 integrates mainframes with hybrid clouds, AI
Bringing mainframes deeper into the hybrid cloud mix, IBM delivered an updated version of z/OS that makes it easier for IT pros to modernize applications and improve security. Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2021
HPE bolsters GreenLake with support for Microsoft Azure Stack
HPE took another step toward its goal of being mainly a software-as-a-services company by 2022 with new services for GreenLake and several partnerships, including Microsoft. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2021
AWS Outposts: What you need to know to get started
AWS Outposts is a managed device that brings Amazon cloud services into your data center. Review its requirements, use cases and a step-by-step guide to the installation process. Continue Reading
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14 May 2021
Compare VMware cloud offerings for AWS, Azure and Google
With VMware cloud offerings, enterprises can integrate on-premises and public cloud infrastructures into a common IT environment. Explore the offerings from AWS, Azure and Google. Continue Reading
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11 May 2021
IBM hybrid cloud, AI offerings ease data integration
IBM rolled out new hybrid cloud and AI offerings this week, while CEO Arvind Krishna offered his vision for how those technologies will reshape business. Continue Reading
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11 May 2021
IBM hangs its hopes on hybrid clouds, AI to revive growth
After a decade of stagnant growth, IBM is betting all of its chips that hybrid clouds, new partnerships and AI will catapult it to a more competitive position. Continue Reading
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11 May 2021
Hybrid network vs. hybrid network infrastructure
Hybrid networks and hybrid network infrastructure blend different kinds of equipment, geographic locations, network ownership and technology disciplines. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2021
VMware offers new subscription for hybrid cloud deployments
An offering dubbed VMware Cloud presents a new option for customers that want to pursue hybrid cloud strategies supported by a subscription model, but it has limitations. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2021
VMware Cloud on AWS partners see ongoing opportunity
Rackspace Technology, Faction and Converge Technology Solutions help clients tap into VMware Cloud on AWS for a range of uses. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2021
Pure Storage cloud deployments include dedicated bare metal
Pure Storage on Equinix Metal allows customers to build a Pure Storage cloud on dedicated all-flash tenants. Equinix is rolling it out in 18 U.S. and international markets. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2021
HPE acquires CloudPhysics, targets cloud migration projects
Hoping to up its visibility in the cloud computing market, HPE acquired CloudPhysics this week in hopes of simplifying cloud migration projects by leveraging AI. Continue Reading
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23 Feb 2021
IBM leans on Red Hat to adapt Power servers for hybrid cloud
New Red Hat tools and integrated system offerings allow IBM Power users to run workloads across multiple cloud environments. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2021
Qumulo update, Quantum arrays target unstructured data
File vendors Qumulo and Quantum product launches differ in approach, but the impetus is identical: giving enterprise data centers the tools to subdue sprawling unstructured data. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2021
Private vs. public cloud security: Benefits and drawbacks
Uncover the differences between private vs. public cloud security -- as well as hybrid cloud security -- before deciding on an enterprise deployment model. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2021
IBM acquisition spree targets hybrid cloud consulting market
Acquiring five providers specializing in cloud-based consulting and managed services since November, IBM wants to make it easier for users to move workloads across multiple clouds. Continue Reading
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06 Jan 2021
Evaluate these 15 multi-cloud management platforms
Dig into the benefits -- and drawbacks -- of the top tools and services to help enterprises manage their hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Continue Reading
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05 Jan 2021
Top enterprise hybrid cloud management tools to review
Here's an overview of the types of hybrid cloud management tools available, along with tips on what to look for in each tool category. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2020
Five keys to an effective hybrid cloud migration strategy
The call to adopt a hybrid cloud strategy is persistent. Vendors suggest it, and management teams listen. So, what does it take to actually adopt the hybrid cloud approach? Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2020
Containers bring cloud-agnostic workloads closer to reality
Cloud-agnostic workloads have been a largely elusive goal in enterprise IT. But has containerization -- and, particularly, Kubernetes -- made agnosticism feasible? Continue Reading
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13 Nov 2020
Hybrid cloud infrastructure design for AWS, Azure, Google Anthos
Learn about infrastructure for tightly coupled hybrid clouds and delivering AWS Outposts, Microsoft Azure Stack and Google Anthos from an on-premises data center. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2020
HashiCorp launches Boundary for cloud security
HashiCorp revealed its first new open source project in five years this week: a cloud security framework for access control called Boundary. Continue Reading
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09 Oct 2020
Service mesh upstarts challenge Istio, Linkerd
Istio seemed destined for Kubernetes-like dominance in the service mesh market, but recent open source governance drama created an opening for competition from networking vendors. Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2020
IBM to spin off IT services to focus on hybrid cloud, AI
IBM will spin off its Managed Infrastructure Services unit as a public company to focus on hybrid cloud and AI. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Oct 2020
Hybrid cloud vs. hyper-converged: Hybrid wins hands down
When everything goes to cloud, why do you even need HCI? Who cares where server, storage, virtualization and networking are when IT adopts a 'run any app from anyplace' strategy? Continue Reading
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24 Sep 2020
Microsoft's Azure Arc reaches GA milestone
Microsoft has delivered a key component of Azure Arc -- the ability to manage Windows and Linux-based virtual and physical servers in on-premises environments and rival clouds. Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2020
Partner products now certified for AWS Outposts
AWS has brought more than 30 certified partner software products into the mix for Outposts, the on-premises version of its public cloud. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2020
How cloud security posture management protects multi-cloud
Improve control plane security at your organization by integrating a cloud security posture management tool into your existing multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2020
Retiring Nutanix CEO Pandey ponders what's next
As he prepares to hand over the reins of Nutanix, CEO Dheeraj Pandey said the vendor's next big question is, 'How will HCI morph in this world of hyperscalers?' Continue Reading
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08 Sep 2020
Nutanix Next steps into cloud: Clusters available in Azure
The Microsoft deal is part of Nutanix's pivot from an HCI vendor to provider of cloud software as it battles VMware and faces the same challenges as other infrastructure companies. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Sep 2020
Unlocking the 'better normal' with hybrid cloud services
Kalyan Kumar breaks down why companies looking toward their digital transformation journey should consider a hybrid cloud approach, minimizing business disruption. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2020
See if Azure Arc fits in your hybrid and multi-cloud strategy
Azure Arc is central to Microsoft's hybrid cloud strategy. Discover how it compares to competing services from AWS and Google and see where it might be headed next. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2020
A primer on the clean architecture pattern and its principles
Stability is a crucial aspect of application architecture. Learn how clean architecture can straighten out your dependencies and make an app that is built to last. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2020
Guide to Google Anthos architecture and management
Explore the essential concepts that make Google Anthos work, including environs and groupings. Learn how to set up this Kubernetes-powered hybrid and multi-cloud platform. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2020
On-premises and cloud UC debate amplified by pandemic
Three unified communications analysts offer insights on the current state of the on-premises vs. cloud debate as organizations grapple with industry changes. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2020
Adopt and secure the cloud in a work-from-home world
Set up a remote work infrastructure with the cloud. This article highlights cloud adoption strategies for beginners, tips to reduce latency and the benefits of cloud backup. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2020
Terraform Cloud adds enterprise support, usage-based pricing
Terraform Cloud's new Business tier is a sign of what's to come for both Terraform Enterprise and IT ops teams overwhelmed with tools to manage, industry analysts say. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2020
5 critical capabilities for multi-cloud data management
Organizations face increasing challenges managing data across multiple clouds. Find out the features to look for in your multi-cloud data management products and services. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
10 cloud computing myths debunked
A range of public cloud misconceptions -- including those related to security and cost -- give enterprise adopters the wrong idea. Read on to dispel the myths and get the truth. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2020
Compare on-premises migration to cloud server migration
A cloud migration is not too different from an on-premises server-to-server migration. Compare the two processes before you organize and implement your plan. Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2020
Follow 3 key steps to improve multi-cloud monitoring
Successful multi-cloud monitoring anticipates security vulnerabilities unique to operating across several environments. Follow these steps to improve multi-cloud security. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2020
Compare hybrid clouds: AWS Outposts vs. Azure Stack vs. Google Anthos
Azure Stack, AWS Outposts and Google Anthos all have similar objectives but operate in different ways. Find out which hybrid cloud platform offers the right model for your company. Continue Reading
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14 Jul 2020
Evaluate the top hybrid cloud providers
There are a few different ways you can go with hybrid cloud platforms. Take a look at the top offerings and overall strategy from IaaS vendors and other large infrastructure providers. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2020
The ins and outs of Google Cloud Anthos on NetApp HCI
Combining NetApp HCI with Anthos from Google enables enterprises to more easily implement and maintain a hybrid cloud infrastructure that supports modern applications and more. Continue Reading
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08 Jul 2020
Oracle Cloud at Customer adds Dedicated Regions
Oracle has added Dedicated Regions to its Cloud at Customer managed service. Now customers can consume all of Oracle's cloud-based services on premises, the company says. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2020
HPE adds a little edge to its cloud services strategy
HPE took another step toward being an as-a-service company with several new cloud services that the company claims make it easier for users to connect the cloud to edge devices. Continue Reading
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29 May 2020
Confront cloud security challenges with these 5 tips
Security gets complicated when the cloud overlaps with other technologies, such as AI and serverless. Review these common risks, and learn how to prevent attacks. Continue Reading
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22 May 2020
Compare the 3 types of private cloud
Private cloud isn't on-prem computing, but it can be. And on-prem IT isn't private cloud, but it can be. IT teams have many choices for private cloud, even within the public cloud. Continue Reading
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21 May 2020
IT pros clamor for Kubernetes multi-cloud deployment API
Enterprise IT pros who want a standard approach to Kubernetes multi-cloud deployment say the Cluster API project shows promise, but it needs work to be production-ready. Continue Reading
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12 May 2020
Comparing single cloud vs. multi-cloud security challenges
A multi-cloud environment is not inherently more secure than a single cloud. Learn how to choose between single cloud vs. multi-cloud for your organization from a security perspective. Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 May 2020
Hybrid cloud ecosystem enables digital transformation
The digital economy has led to a dramatic increase in not just cloud adoption but on-premises data and workloads. Hybrid clouds seamlessly move applications and data between them. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2020
Watch out for these 5 hybrid cloud security challenges
Protect your hybrid cloud environment against these five common security vulnerabilities. Avoid the risks with established strategies and public cloud tools. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2020
Get to know edge storage and the technology around it
Edge computing changes how data is managed between the network endpoints and data centers or the cloud. Learn about the various components that make up an edge system. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2020
Review hybrid cloud offerings that bring the cloud on premises
Check out this roundup of hybrid cloud tools and services from AWS, Microsoft and Google that extend public cloud platforms into on-premises environments. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2020
Google Anthos multi-cloud platform now GA on AWS
Kubernetes-based Anthos is generally available on AWS, giving customers the ability to manage workloads there, as well as across Google Cloud and on-premises environments. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2020
IBM's new CEO makes commitment to IT, reports cloud gains
IBM cloud revenues saw incremental first quarter growth, despite the March slump due to COVID-19, and the new CEO promised to pursue a more aggressive cloud and AI strategy. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2020
Support remote workers with front-end cloud computing
If a company has a lot of remote workers, a standard VPN might not be able to do the job. More companies are turning to cloud computing front ends to ensure secure remote access. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2020
Overcome these common cloud bursting challenges
Cloud bursting might seem like a great way to handle traffic spikes, but it's rife with complications. Still, it's not impossible. Incorporate these strategies in your IT plans to get your hybrid cloud up and running. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2020
4 hybrid cloud use cases that can help enterprises
A hybrid cloud can be more trouble than it's worth, but that doesn't mean your IT team shouldn't consider it. Learn about the most common examples where this approach makes sense. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2020
Review the pros and cons of 8 common hybrid cloud use cases
Evaluate the following hybrid cloud use cases, as well as the common advantages and disadvantages that come with pairing on-premises architectures and different cloud models. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2020
New Dell hybrid cloud pricing offers VxRail by subscription
Dell will offer monthly VxRail subscriptions in hopes of appealing to customers that want a more flexible way to create and pay for hybrid and private cloud environments. Continue Reading
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21 Feb 2020
Don't miss these multi-cloud management tools and tips
Multi-cloud adoption is growing throughout the IT industry. Boost your multi-cloud strategy with third-party tools for management, container orchestration, infrastructure automation and more. Continue Reading
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14 Feb 2020
5 tips for multi-cloud strategy and management success
Multi-cloud environments can unleash a host of management challenges. Cloud solutions architect Jacob Picart offers advice on making multi-cloud work. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2020
The hybrid cloud challenge CIOs need to address
Your IT team needs a standardized approach to application development to truly benefit from a hybrid cloud. Containers and Kubernetes may be the key to making that happen. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2020
IBM CEO shakeup puts technologist Krishna at Big Blue's helm
Longtime executive Arvind Krishna will replace IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Red Hat CEO Jim Whitehurst has been named IBM president. Analysts expect them to make AI acquisitions. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2020
5 tips to optimize your hybrid cloud management
Hybrid can be an appealing -- yet daunting -- cloud architecture for IT teams looking for flexibility. Review these five best practices to ensure you maximize the benefits without compromising your workloads. Continue Reading
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27 Jan 2020
The 3 fundamentals of hybrid cloud architecture management
When an enterprise chooses hybrid cloud, it needs to ensure the application harmonizes between the two environments. Review these three tips on architecture, integration and APIs. Continue Reading
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21 Jan 2020
5 tips to drive edge computing storage success
Ready to boost your edge computing environment's storage? Find out some best practices to follow, including how to integrate with multi-cloud environments and NVMe-oF. Continue Reading
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13 Jan 2020
Prepare your data center for a hybrid cloud strategy
On-premises assets and public cloud resources won't work together without a clear hybrid cloud strategy. Learn how to prepare your on-premises architecture for hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2019
Follow these hybrid cloud infrastructure best practices
Although a hybrid cloud approach can seem daunting, it enables enterprises to get the best of both worlds -- if managed correctly. Learn the dos and don'ts of hybrid cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2019
Challenges with hybrid cloud backup and how to solve them
Hybrid backup is a popular method, but the combination of local and cloud storage increases complexity. Make sure you're managing your backed-up data effectively. Continue Reading
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21 Nov 2019
Get to know these AWS hybrid cloud storage and architecture services
Use this breakdown to build a hybrid cloud strategy. Learn the ins and outs of AWS' hybrid cloud capabilities, from AWS Snowball devices to AWS Outposts and VMware Cloud on AWS. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2019
Google boosts VMware public cloud support with CloudSimple buy
Google has acquired CloudSimple to get a slice of the VMware public cloud deployment market. Indications are that CloudSimple will continue to support Google's rival Azure as well. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2019
Microsoft Azure Arc faces cautiously interested user base
The hybrid cloud offering, announced this week at Ignite, will let users manage across multi-cloud, on-premises and edge environments -- but is it relevant? Customers weigh in. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2019
Microsoft hybrid cloud strategy expands with Azure Arc
Azure Arc will bring Microsoft's public cloud management tools together for use by customers on any type of infrastructure. The move underscores the drive toward hybrid cloud deployments as customer needs evolve. Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2019
Microsoft cybersecurity strategy, hybrid cloud in focus at Ignite
Microsoft will reveal its latest plans to extend its cybersecurity strategy and a new architectural approach to hybrid clouds during Ignite. Continue Reading
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25 Oct 2019
Enterprise IT weighs pros and cons of multi-cloud management
IT ops pros are getting used to multi-cloud management, especially for disaster recovery, but moving from cloud to cloud via container portability is still rare. Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2019
AWS launches RDS on VMware as hybrid cloud picture evolves
VMware customers can now run AWS' Relational Database Service in their on-premises clusters, in a move that provides another option for hybrid cloud computing. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2019
AWS vs. Azure: Compare VMware-based hybrid clouds
Enterprises can extend their on-premises VMware environments to AWS or Azure, but they'll need to decide which one best meets their needs. See how the two managed services stack up. Continue Reading
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13 Sep 2019
New details emerge about AWS Outposts as launch nears
AWS Outposts will ship later this year. In advance of that launch, AWS has given customers a sense of what they can expect from the first release of the private, on-premises version of its public cloud infrastructure. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2019
HashiCorp Consul plays to multi-platform strength with Azure
HashiCorp's Consul service mesh will be offered as a hosted service on Microsoft Azure, where it can link container clusters along with VMs in multiple regions. Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2019
Follow these hybrid cloud infrastructure best practices
Although a hybrid cloud approach can seem daunting, it enables enterprises to get the best of both worlds -- if managed correctly. Learn the dos and don'ts of hybrid cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2019
How to handle service downtime in the cloud age
You know what happens when you assume. Don't set and forget those critical IT infrastructure services in the cloud without putting together a contingency plan. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Aug 2019
3 elements to consider for a hybrid cloud deployment
Hybrid cloud uptake is increasing, as organizations demand greater infrastructure freedom across on- and off-premises environments and more control over the application layer. Continue Reading
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15 Aug 2019
Potential VMware-Pivotal deal raises opportunities, challenges
VMware is in talks to buy Pivotal for about $1.45 billion in a move that could benefit both companies but also require some strategic realignment. Continue Reading
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15 Aug 2019
What you need to know about Google Cloud Anthos
It's time to learn the foundational concepts of Google Anthos, as well as its seven core components that set it apart from AWS Outposts and Azure Stack. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2019
Mesosphere's Kubernetes pivot sets stage for IT vendor attrition
Mesosphere becomes D2iQ, and affirms that Kubernetes is eating the world. Is IT entering a golden age of interoperability, or on the verge of mass consolidation? Continue Reading
