Cloud architecture design and planning
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04 May 2023
Understand top public cloud repatriation use cases
Cloud technology can pose billing, management and compliance issues. Here are five reasons why repatriating cloud workloads back on premises might be a better option. Continue Reading
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14 Dec 2022
Weigh the benefits and drawbacks of a hybrid data warehouse
Among other benefits, a hybrid cloud data warehouse can offer enhanced flexibility and scalability, as well as on-demand access to emerging analytics services. Continue Reading
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Feature
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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10 Nov 2022
The pros and cons of cloud computing explained
Familiarize yourself with the basics of computing in the cloud, how the market has changed over the years, and the advantages and disadvantages of this type of IT environment. Continue Reading
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Answer
07 Nov 2022
Cloud networking vs. cloud computing: What's the difference?
Organizations might sometimes consider cloud computing and cloud networking as interchangeable due to their similarities. But the two strategies have different goals and processes. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Nov 2022
8 key characteristics of cloud computing
Companies rely on the cloud for modern app development. Learn the key features that differentiate cloud computing from traditional, on-premises IT architectures. Continue Reading
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Feature
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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Conference Coverage
10 May 2022
IBM Think 2022 news, trends and analysis
AI adoption is driving advancement of cybersecurity and other business processes. At IBM Think 2022, enterprise leaders will learn how to capitalize on game-changing technologies. Continue Reading
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09 Feb 2022
What does a cloud network engineer do?
A cloud network engineer juggles a number of responsibilities -- from network design and troubleshooting to knowledge of specific cloud providers and platforms. Continue Reading
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24 Nov 2021
9 cloud migration security considerations and challenges
Cloud migration may seem daunting to security teams. Follow these essential practices to safely and successfully migrate infrastructure and applications. Continue Reading
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24 Nov 2021
How to transition to the cloud: 7 best practices
The cloud can help improve an app's performance and cost, but businesses need to plan for success. Follow these best practices to ensure cloud migration success. Continue Reading
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18 Nov 2021
Top cloud migration and adoption trends for 2022 and beyond
Cloud migrations are inevitable for some enterprises as they navigate a move off premises or between clouds. Evaluate some of the latest migration trends and the pros and cons that come with each. Continue Reading
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03 Nov 2021
Edge computing vs. cloud computing: What's the difference?
IT administrators don't need to choose between the edge and cloud, but they need to know the pros and cons of each technology to best incorporate them in business operations. Continue Reading
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22 Oct 2021
An overview of Amazon EC2 vs. AWS Lambda
EC2 and Lambda meet different needs in an AWS cloud environment -- but can also work together. The only limits are in the minds of cloud architects. 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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06 Oct 2021
HPE GreenLake vs. AWS Outposts: 2 approaches to hybrid cloud
GreenLake and Outposts both deliver on-premises, cloudlike services, yet have stark differences in the approaches they take. Determine which fits your organization's needs. Continue Reading
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21 Sep 2021
The benefits of an IT management response
Many organizations create management responses to traditional audit findings. But did you know organizations can do them after IT audits and assessments, too? Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2021
Operational strategies for isolation in cloud computing
While it's inevitable that certain cloud-hosted applications will share resources, the vulnerabilities these connections expose make isolation strategies an absolute necessity. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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Feature
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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23 Aug 2021
Don't let your IT team make these 4 mistakes in cloud
As cloud adoption surges in popularity, it's important that your cloud team is well equipped to handle their next project. However, there are mistakes that can derail a project. Continue Reading
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23 Aug 2021
Get to know 8 core cloud team roles and responsibilities
To fully realize the benefits of cloud, you're going to need to create a structure that puts the right people in the right places. Here are the key roles involved. 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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19 Aug 2021
Explore edge computing services in the cloud
Learn what you need to know about edge computing and how it compares to cloud computing. Also, discover related management and deployment services from top providers. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2021
Dive into DigitalOcean Droplets and App Platform
DigitalOcean vies with AWS, Azure and others by targeting developers and startups. See what it has to offer and how it competes with other VM instances and PaaS tools. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2021
How to build a successful cloud data architecture
As enterprises vacate the premises and migrate their operations skyward, a cloud data architecture can provide the long-term flexibility to improve workflows, costs and security. Continue Reading
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Quiz
15 Jul 2021
Ace the Google cloud engineer certification with this prep
This quick 12-question quiz will help you assess exactly where you stand in your preparation to take the career-making Google Cloud certification exam. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2021
Edge-to-cloud architecture turns key for digital initiatives
Enterprises pursuing digital transformation initiatives may need to reexamine their infrastructure architecture to bring compute and storage closer to data generated at the edge. Continue Reading
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Answer
23 Jun 2021
Different types of cloud load balancing and algorithms
Learn how load balancing in the cloud differs from a traditional network traffic distribution, and explore services available from AWS, Google and Microsoft. Continue Reading
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News
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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Tip
02 Jun 2021
5 steps to achieve network infrastructure modernization
All networks may be different, but companies have similar goals when they look to upgrade their network infrastructures. Assessing current designs is just the first step. Continue Reading
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07 May 2021
Get started on AWS with this developer tutorial for beginners
Kick-start your AWS cloud developer journey with this breakdown of essential services, deployment options and other cloud basics you'll need to get started. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Apr 2021
Tips to prepare for Google Cloud Architect certification
Author of 'Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect All-in-One Exam Guide' Iman Ghanizada explains how to approach the cloud architect certification and role in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2021
How to calculate cloud migration costs before you move
Here's a primer on how to calculate the total cost of a cloud migration and compare your on-premises expenses to what you'll spend on the move. Continue Reading
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Quiz
16 Apr 2021
Ready to be a GCP architect? Try this quiz and see
This 10-question quiz, drawn from a new GCP certified professional cloud architect prep guide, helps identify your strengths and weaknesses to improve your odds of passing the exam. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Apr 2021
Open source cloud platforms and tools to consider
Although the most popular cloud platforms are proprietary, open source options can enhance the agility and cost-effectiveness of your overall cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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Answer
22 Mar 2021
Choose the right Google Cloud serverless service
When it comes to selecting a serverless tool, Google Cloud users have plenty of options. Evaluate the platform's suite of serverless offerings to make the right choice. Continue Reading
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Answer
15 Mar 2021
Cloudflare vs. Amazon CloudFront: Which CDN is right for you?
Review the similarities and differences between CloudFront and Cloudflare to help your IT team choose between these two popular CDN services. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Mar 2021
Modernize and migrate mainframe apps to the cloud
Mainframe apps are typically difficult to move to the cloud without modernization. Review migration options and determine if it will be worth the effort. 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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16 Dec 2020
Amazon Kendra vs. Elasticsearch Service: What's the difference?
Amazon Elasticsearch Service and Amazon Kendra both handle search, but that's about where the similarities end. Learn how and when to use each AWS offering for your application. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
11 Dec 2020
Cloud security: The building blocks of a secure foundation
Before going ahead with digital transformation, ensure your organization has created its cloud security strategy to ensure that moving to the cloud doesn't create vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2020
How to become a cloud administrator
Although the cloud admin role varies from company to company, there are key skills every successful one needs. Explore seven areas of expertise and how they relate to this role. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2020
HPE GreenLake delivers high performance computing cloud
Looking to protect its advantage in the HPC market, HPE showed off a series of cloud services to be delivered via its GreenLake cloud platform. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2020
What the critics get wrong about serverless costs
While critics say serverless is an expensive, clunky way to deploy software, it really isn't -- if you use it right. Let's debunk some myths around the costs of using serverless. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2020
Myth or emerging trend? Cloud repatriation explained
Cloud customers may look to move workloads off the public cloud because of cost, security, availability and staff skill sets. But how common is the move itself? Continue Reading
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30 Nov 2020
Multi-cloud networking -- how to choose the right path
There are a couple ways to connect the disparate pieces of a multi-cloud architecture. Review your networking options and choose the best fit for your environment. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2020
Admins eye on-premises and cloud hybrid IT management
Most organizations now support a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This has vendors and analysts reshaping tools that can address hybrid IT requirements. Continue Reading
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16 Oct 2020
How 5G could change cloud computing
The major cloud providers have embraced the push for 5G in the cloud with partnerships and offerings. Learn about the benefits and early limitations of 5G in the cloud. Continue Reading
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News
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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Tip
06 Oct 2020
How to approach a GCP-to-AWS migration
Before you move your GCP workloads to AWS, you need a clear cloud migration plan in place and a framework to understand the challenges and additional costs. Continue Reading
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Quiz
05 Oct 2020
Test your knowledge of microservices architectures
Review microservices basics. Take this short quiz on microservices to find out how much you really know about this approach to application architectures and app development. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2020
CASB, CSPM, CWPP emerge as future of cloud security
Complexity has introduced new needs and challenges when securing cloud environments. Find out how CASB, CSPM and CWPP tools have evolved to meet the changing cloud landscape. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Top 6 complexity challenges of operating a cloud at scale
It's not unusual for enterprises to scale their applications to meet demand, but they need to be aware of the associated cloud complexity issues. Look out for these six common problems. Continue Reading
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Answer
09 Sep 2020
DynamoDB on-demand vs. provisioned capacity: Which is better?
There are two primary ways to handle capacity in DynamoDB: on-demand or provisioned. Learn the advantages, concerns and use cases for each option. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2020
Chart an Azure administrator certification path
Advance your career as an IT administrator with Azure certifications. Review the requirements and exams associated with Azure administrator roles with this guide. Continue Reading
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25 Aug 2020
Infrastructure as code's security risks and rewards
Infrastructure as code can yield some exciting security benefits for enterprises, but they each come with drawbacks. Learn more about the most critical IaC security impacts. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2020
3 SD-WAN cloud connectivity options to explore
Enterprises can connect their SD-WAN infrastructure to cloud providers' platforms using three methods: back-to-back access, private PoP connections and internet VPN. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2020
IBM debuts Power10 processor, aimed at hybrid clouds
IBM's Power10 chip promises to make life easier for IT pros installing hybrid clouds -- but they will have to wait until late next year to see for themselves. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Aug 2020
Hands-on guide to S3 bucket penetration testing
Attention AWS pen testers: The trick to understanding the indicators of AWS S3 bucket vulnerabilities is setting up an insecure bucket. Learn how in this actionable guide. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2020
How to handle Amazon S3 bucket pen testing complexity
Security researcher Benjamin Caudill shares details from his book, 'Hands-On AWS Penetration Testing with Kali Linux,' and advice on Amazon S3 bucket pen testing for ethical hackers. 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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Answer
02 Jul 2020
When should you use cloud vs. on-premises storage?
Choose the right data storage approach with this breakdown on the differences between cloud and on-premises storage. Consider cost, compliance, performance and other factors. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jun 2020
Review the top sessions from recent cloud conferences
Build your own cloud conference from home. Watch sessions from the past year to learn about modern application architecture, cloud security, machine learning and cost management. Continue Reading
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Quiz
25 Jun 2020
Test your cloud knowledge: VMs vs. containers vs. serverless
Take this quiz to help guide your choice between virtual machines, containers and serverless functions. Identify the uses, features and services associated with each computing approach. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2020
Cloud lock-in fears aren't as prevalent as you might think
Enterprises are using multiple clouds, but not because they're afraid of lock-in. See why they're being smarter about cloud selection and forgoing portability in favor of speed. Continue Reading
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News
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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Tip
23 Jun 2020
Cloud onboarding best practices for users and applications
There are a number of ways organizations can prepare both users and applications for the cloud. Use these onboarding best practices to ensure a smooth transition -- even during uncertain times. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2020
The pros and cons of adding edge computing to a cloud architecture
Edge computing won't make sense for every IoT device or workload. Follow these edge computing examples to know where and when you should use it as part of your cloud architecture. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2020
VPC security best practices and how to implement them in AWS
To best secure network access, AWS administrators need to create rules for network resources. Learn how to implement Amazon VPC security best practices in this book excerpt. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2020
Overcome AWS security vulnerabilities with VPCs, IAM
Securing network access in AWS requires the right rules to be in place. Learn more about Virtual Private Clouds and how implementing them can prevent common cloud security attacks. Continue Reading
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28 May 2020
Step-by-step guide to develop an AWS runbook
Runbooks enable anyone on the team to execute a task and jump in when things go wrong. Learn how to create one to handle repetitive tasks like monitoring and incident response. Continue Reading
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Feature
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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08 May 2020
Gain a broad view of cloud optimization
Cloud optimization is a broad discipline that involves much more than just cost. Learn why performance, reliability and sustainability should also play a role in an optimization strategy. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2020
How to close the cloud skills gap at your enterprise
If your business struggles to hire IT pros with cloud experience, consider training your internal staff instead and create a supportive culture to get everyone on the same page. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2020
How to address and mitigate serverless security issues
There are two major security implications of serverless cloud infrastructure: secure coding and identity and access management. Uncover best practices to mitigate these risks. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2020
4 DIY cloud projects to make your business more cloud-friendly
Show your business there's value in doing more in the cloud. Even in a work-from-home world, you can start small with projects that will be catalysts for broader adoption. 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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Opinion
20 Apr 2020
4 reasons cloud data repatriation is happening
When the advantages of cloud storage aren't fully realized, repatriation becomes a consideration. Find out where the cloud isn't delivering on its promises. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2020
Short-depth Supermicro SuperServer targets 5G telecoms
New 2U Supermicro SuperServer provides compute in micro data centers. The vendor said it aims to help telecommunications firms adopt open systems to support edge computing. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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06 Apr 2020
SASE identity policies enhance security and access control
Will the Secure Access Service Edge model be the next big thing in network security? Learn how SASE's expanded definition of identity is fundamental to this emerging access model. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2020
Comparing SASE vs. traditional network security architectures
Today's dispersed environments need stronger networking and security architectures. Enter cloud-based Secure Access Service Edge -- a new model for secure network access. Continue Reading
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Infographic
31 Mar 2020
Use this EC2 instance type comparison to power your AWS apps
To get the most out of AWS, organizations need to get the most out of their EC2 instances. Use this infographic to help choose the right AWS instance type and pricing plan. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Mar 2020
The trouble with cloud evaluations amid too many choices
Enterprises are inundated by choices in the cloud, but don't let the deluge stop your IT team from analyzing what's available. Make experimentation a regular part of your plans. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2020
Get to know the elements of Secure Access Service Edge
Cloud services use cases continue to expand, but implementation challenges remain. Discover Secure Access Service Edge, or SASE, offerings and how they can simplify connectivity. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2020
Rockset brings Query Lambdas to real-time database
Real-time cloud database looks to help better enable developers to build applications with Query Lambdas capabilities that execute queries and lookups from REST endpoint triggers. Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2020
Google adds single-tenant cloud options to court enterprises
Google Cloud has added more features to its single-tenant cloud deployment option, such as live migration for Windows BYOL scenarios, that cater to the needs of certain workloads. Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2020
Oracle-Microsoft partnership to connect clouds expands to EU
Oracle and Microsoft have added to their cloud interconnect strategy with the addition of a high-speed, private connection between Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and Azure in the EU. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Feb 2020
AWS Local Zones offers low latency, with clear limitations
Get to know Local Zones, the AWS infrastructure deployment service built for customers that need to run low-latency applications in specific areas far from AWS Regions. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2020
Top 4 cloud block storage challenges to beware of
Block storage comes with challenges, including high data egress costs, confused billing, inconsistent performance and availability issues. Find out how to cope with the top four. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Jan 2020
A look at AWS antipatterns: What not to do in the cloud
In this Q&A, Clive Harber, co-author of "Implementing Cloud Design Patterns for AWS," breaks down why traditional enterprises sometimes struggle to establish efficient cloud design patterns. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2020
Reduce cloud latency for remote employees and offices
Latency remains an issue for cloud users with remote facilities. See how SD-WAN and satellites can improve network performance for enterprises with distributed workers and offices. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jan 2020
Beat vendor lock-in with a cloud exit strategy
Without a comprehensive cloud exit strategy, an organization might fall victim to vendor lock-in and find itself dependent on proprietary tools and services. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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07 Jan 2020
AWS Serverless Application Repository explained
To address the needs of its serverless users, AWS released its Serverless Application Repository. Explore the ways users can benefit and a few best practices everyone should follow when they use this feature. Continue Reading
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News
26 Nov 2019
Accenture cloud tool aims to shorten decision cycle
Consulting firm Accenture has launched a cloud tool that industry watchers find interesting for its simulation capabilities and potential to speed up adoption. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2019
Google joins bare-metal cloud fray
Google could attract more legacy application workloads through new bare-metal cloud instances, but it's unclear how they measure up to competitors on manageability and cost. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Oct 2019
An introduction to cloud network architecture
Enterprises have myriad cloud networking options: private cloud, public cloud, hybrid cloud and multi-cloud. Find out which architecture and tool sets best fit your business. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Oct 2019
Top 5 cloud architect interview questions and answers
Job candidates need technical skills and much more to work in the cloud. Prepare for your cloud architect interview with these potential questions and answers to stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Oct 2019
Cloud repatriation from the storage experts' point of view
Four industry experts discuss whether enterprises are really bringing data back from the public cloud, what's driving this trend and where it's headed. Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2019
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to add 2,000 jobs in bid for growth
Oracle plans to hire 2,000 workers to boost Oracle Cloud Infrastructure IaaS. It’s part of an aggressive global expansion as Oracle seeks to differentiate from AWS and others. Continue Reading