Cloud deployment and architecture
Cloud service providers offer myriad options, from infrastructure to software to platforms. To make informed decisions about cloud deployment and architecture, organizations must know how to choose the resources that suit their workloads and budgets. That could mean adoption of a hybrid or even a multi-cloud architecture.
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Tip
30 Sep 2024
The basics, benefits and risks of cell-based architecture
Cell-based architecture adds a new twist to enterprise infrastructure by speeding deploys, improving uptime and maybe even reducing the test effort. Continue Reading
By- Matt Heusser, Excelon Development
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26 Sep 2024
3 takeaways from the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam
The author of The Official CompTIA Cloud+ Instructor Guide and Student Guide shares his most interesting takeaways from the recent version of the CompTIA Cloud+ certification. Continue Reading
By- Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction
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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
By- Ernesto Marquez, Concurrency Labs
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11 Dec 2020
Colocation vs. cloud: What are the key differences?
An organization can host a private cloud in a colocation facility, but using the colocation facility isn't the same as building a private cloud; the two are exceedingly different. 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
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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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
By- Joe Emison, Branch Insurance
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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
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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Feature
16 Nov 2020
An AWS re:Invent 2020 handbook: What you need to know
Re:Invent is more accessible than ever now that it's virtual, but recreating opportunities for networking could prove difficult. Check out these tips to get ready for the show. Continue Reading
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Tip
06 Nov 2020
Reevaluate your cloud computing pandemic strategy
If you jumped to the cloud at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, without much long-term planning, take some time now to evaluate your current cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2020
How to negotiate with Oracle for a better cloud deal
Set your organization up for a successful cloud deal. Learn the challenges you'll need to overcome with these insights on Oracle's cloud sales strategy from ClearEdge Partners. Continue Reading
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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Feature
30 Oct 2020
Edge computing strategies will determine the next cloud frontier
The public cloud providers closed the 2010s as one of the dominant forces in IT, but they'll face competition in the 2020s from networking and telco vendors at the edge. Continue Reading
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Feature
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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14 Oct 2020
Evaluate SaaS integration tools for IaaS-hosted apps
SaaS tools can enhance applications hosted on AWS, Microsoft Azure and other public clouds, but they also present integration challenges. See which tools can ease those burdens. Continue Reading
By- Ernesto Marquez, Concurrency Labs
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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
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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Feature
29 Sep 2020
How public cloud vendors tackle confidential computing
Confidential computing is an emerging cloud technology, and the major cloud platforms have all addressed it with different strategies around usability and scale. Continue Reading
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Feature
28 Sep 2020
An introduction to Alibaba cloud offerings
Learn about the fourth largest public cloud provider with this look at some of Alibaba's core computing, networking, storage and database offerings. Continue Reading
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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News
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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Tip
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
By- Zachary Flower, Freelance web developer and writer
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News
09 Sep 2020
New Red Hat Marketplace pushes OpenShift to hybrid clouds
A new Red Hat marketplace is a one-stop shop for 50 OpenShift-certified applications that can operate like cloud services. Continue Reading
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
- Chris Kanaracus
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03 Sep 2020
Examine the cloud industry's response to GDPR and CCPA compliance
Explore the cloud industry's response to the GDPR and CCPA requirements and learn what types of organizations these governance policies have affected so far. Continue Reading
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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
By- Kalyan Kumar
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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
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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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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03 Aug 2020
Here's what you need to know about cloud observability
What's the difference between monitoring and observability? Learn what observability means in the context of cloud and why it's important to the health of your application. Continue Reading
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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Tip
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
By- Stephen J. Bigelow, Senior Technology Editor
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24 Jul 2020
When should my company use cloud arbitrage?
Organizations can escape vendor lock-in with a cloud arbitrage model. However, it requires an upfront investment and a solid understanding of the limitations of this approach. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2020
Explore the benefits of multi-cloud -- and the drawbacks
The use of multi-cloud is trending up, but is it right for your workloads and business? Review the advantages and disadvantages with Gartner expert Daryl Plummer. Continue Reading
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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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
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Feature
09 Jul 2020
Why enterprises choose multi-cloud environments
Multi-cloud environments have become more popular with enterprises, but this isn't a vendor lock-in issue. Find out how and why enterprises adopt multi-cloud computing. Continue Reading
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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Infographic
30 Jun 2020
A beginner's guide to cloud computing basics
Cloud computing is complex. Use this infographic to understand the fundamentals, like how it contrasts with other computing models and the differences between IaaS, PaaS and SaaS. Continue Reading
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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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
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Feature
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
By- Trevor Jones, Senior Site Editor
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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
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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Tip
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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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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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
By- Meredith Courtemanche, Director of Editorial Training
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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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News
30 Apr 2020
Big Blue weaves Red Hat OpenShift into the IBM Cloud
With versions available on its Z and Power servers, IBM's delivery of Red Hat OpenShift for the IBM Cloud underlines the strategic importance of the cloud orchestration platform. Continue Reading
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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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
By- Trevor Jones, Senior Site Editor
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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
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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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
By- Dave Shackleford, Voodoo Security
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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
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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17 Apr 2020
The future of quantum computing in the cloud
Quantum computing is the latest technology to catch the eyes of developers and cloud providers like AWS and Microsoft, but analysts predict it could still be years away from practical use. 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
By- Kurt Marko, MarkoInsights
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Feature
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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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
By- Trevor Jones, Senior Site Editor
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18 Mar 2020
What to make of AWS' multi-cloud strategy, or lack thereof
AWS eventually caved when it came to hybrid cloud. Some experts and partners say the same will happen with its multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Mar 2020
Know these edge computing challenges before you invest
Public clouds are hubs for edge and IoT workloads, but they're still limited in terms of cost, connectivity and security. See what you need to know before you start an IoT project. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Mar 2020
The 2020 cloud acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make
The major cloud providers offer a wide range of services, but they're far from perfect. Here are the 2020 acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make to shore up their platforms. Continue Reading
By- Joe Emison
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Feature
26 Feb 2020
Compare serverless tools and services in the public cloud
Don't let your IT teams get consumed by infrastructure management tasks. Review these serverless compute offerings for more efficient application development. Continue Reading
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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News
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
By- Chris Kanaracus
- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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24 Feb 2020
Get to know cloud IoT services on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud
Use this rundown of IoT offerings from AWS, Microsoft and Google to help decide which best suits your needs for collecting, processing and analyzing device data in the cloud. Continue Reading
By- Trevor Jones, Senior Site Editor
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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
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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20 Feb 2020
Cloud conferences to watch out for in 2020
Cloud professionals need to keep up with the latest strategies. If you're looking to attend a few cloud conferences in 2020, these are the ones worth packing your bags for. Continue Reading
By- Ryan Dowd, Associate Site Editor
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Tip
20 Feb 2020
Lessons corporate users can learn from FedRAMP
FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to cloud security across the U.S. federal government, but it can also serve as a guidepost for corporations in search of better practices. Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2020
Google Cloud adds mainframe migration expertise via acquisition
Google Cloud's push into large enterprise accounts continues with the acquisition of Cornerstone, but IBM has taken steps to protect its System Z installed base. Continue Reading
By- Chris Kanaracus
- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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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
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
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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06 Feb 2020
How to carefully plan a database migration to the cloud
Plenty of organizations decide to migrate databases to the cloud. Is it the right move? Consider application type, provider lock-in and the appeal of cloud-specific features. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2020
4 common cloud migration challenges and how to avoid them
Ready to move to the cloud? Review these common mistakes users tend to make when moving data, and avoid them during your cloud migration. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2020
How to build a successful cloud migration plan in 3 steps
Migrating to the cloud is not a simple task. Not all workloads benefit from the move, so hammer out a solid cloud migration strategy first. 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
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
- Chris Kanaracus
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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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29 Jan 2020
Multi-cloud adoption is the future, so be prepared
The move towards multi-cloud is imminent for most enterprises, according to IDC. Find out what this means for organizations and how they will need to adapt. Continue Reading
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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Feature
23 Jan 2020
5 cloud database comparison tips to guide your data strategy
Catch up on these tips that compare the strengths, weakness and available integrations of popular public cloud database and analytics services from AWS, Microsoft and Google. Continue Reading
By- Sarah Neenan, Former Assistant Site Editor
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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
By- Kurt Marko, MarkoInsights
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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
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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News
08 Jan 2020
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure SVP shares 2020 growth strategy
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure isn't just about IaaS, but all levels of the cloud. That's the message Oracle SVP Steve Daheb gave in this Q&A, along with the IT giant's 2020 plans. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Dec 2019
Review these 3 key cloud computing trends from 2019
What cloud trends played a large role in the IT industry in 2019? They might not be the first ones that come to mind. Continue Reading
By- David Linthicum, Deloitte Consulting
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Feature
20 Dec 2019
Top cloud news of 2019 from AWS, Microsoft, Google and Oracle
It's been quite a year for the major cloud providers, with product releases, lawsuits, layoffs and IT competitions. Review the biggest news stories of 2019 to see how 2020 will shape up. Continue Reading
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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Opinion
19 Dec 2019
Manage and secure cloud sprawl in multi-cloud systems in 2 steps
As enterprise cloud adoption increases, so too does the risk of cloud sprawl -- and, with it, cloud security threats. Learn how to beat cloud sprawl in two steps. Continue Reading
By- Brian Olearczyk
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Quiz
19 Dec 2019
Quiz yourself on the top cloud acquisitions of 2019
Enterprise needs constantly evolve, so cloud providers must keep their offerings fresh, often through acquisitions. Do you know the biggest buys from 2019? Let's see. Continue Reading
By- Kathleen Casey, Site Editor
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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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Tip
12 Dec 2019
Compare niche cloud services to the hyperscale offerings
Consider your enterprise's specific needs when choosing between niche clouds and hyperscale clouds. Here's an overview of what you should know about both options. 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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13 Nov 2019
Understand and deploy IBM Cloud for VMware Solutions
The IBM-VMware partnership has provided a platform for admins committed to VMware technologies who also require cloud benefits such as such as scalability and fast provisioning. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Nov 2019
How the Microsoft and Oracle partnership affects IT workloads
Oracle and Microsoft's move to unite sometimes-competitive applications and cloud environments means that businesses can focus less on architecture rewrites and more on capabilities. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Oct 2019
Cloud-first agenda reveals disadvantages of cloud services
As hypervisor vendors push cloud services over software, organizations are faced with vendor lock-in, licensing changes and, in some cases, added technology and consulting costs. Continue Reading
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News
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
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
- Chris Kanaracus
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News
22 Oct 2019
Equifax shares 'risk averse' cloud security model post-breach
Equifax explains how it has transformed its data security strategy using multiple clouds and a more focused approach through Google Cloud Platform's hierarchal security. Continue Reading
By- Bridget Botelho, Editorial Director, News
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Tip
22 Oct 2019
VMware Cloud on AWS training eases deployment and use
VMware's cloud platform has a steep learning curve, but investing in training courses helps simplify implementation. Continue Reading
By- Brian Kirsch, Milwaukee Area Technical College
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Feature
14 Oct 2019
Bring cloud on prem with VMware Cloud on Dell EMC, AWS Outposts
VMware Cloud on Dell EMC and the forthcoming AWS Outposts offer organizations rack-based hybrid cloud products that can extend their public cloud platforms to the data center. 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
By- Kurt Marko, MarkoInsights
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Tip
09 Oct 2019
VMware Cloud on AWS adoption is on the rise in SMBs
VMware's cloud platform isn't exclusive to enterprise-level industries; smaller organizations that adopt the platform can realize cloud advantages, such as high availability and flexibility. Continue Reading
By- Brian Kirsch, Milwaukee Area Technical College
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Tip
02 Oct 2019
Weigh the challenges of multi-cloud disaster recovery
An enterprise could craft a multi-cloud backup strategy, but that doesn't mean it should. Weigh the potential benefits against the myriad challenges presented by this approach. Continue Reading
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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Feature
27 Sep 2019
Don't overlook cloud computing training
Cloud computing offers many benefits, but companies making the transition should be aware of the time and expense required for education and training. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2019
Take a closer look at the AWS Hero and Microsoft MVP programs
Certifications are a popular option for candidates to gain credibility in a certain technology. Learn how AWS Heroes and Microsoft MVP programs help IT pros stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Sep 2019
The Boomi Platform
The Boomi Platform, previously known as Boomi AtomSphere, is a low-code and cloud-native integrated Platform as a Service (iPaaS). Continue Reading
By- Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
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Tip
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
By- Sara Grier, Assistant Site Editor
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News
21 Aug 2019
VMware acquisition of Intrinsic denotes bigger strategic plan
VMware has acquired Intrinsic, a maker of virtualization technology that secures Node.js applications on serverless environments such as AWS Lambda. Continue Reading
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Tip
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
By- Kurt Marko, MarkoInsights
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News
14 Aug 2019
Compute-optimized cloud VMs boost WP Engine's web performance
High demand for increasingly dynamic, personalized websites means that compute-optimized VMs are relevant for companies such as WordPress hosting provider WP Engine. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Aug 2019
Do multi-tenant environments still create noisy neighbors?
A noisy neighbor isn't just a real-world problem. Learn how a noisy neighbor can affect workload performance and how the public cloud has changed to address this issue. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Aug 2019
Understand private cloud best practices before adoption
The advantages of a private cloud include resource control and performance issue prevention, but admins can't obtain these benefits without first following a few best practices. Continue Reading
By- Stefani Muñoz, Assistant Site Editor
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Quiz
07 Aug 2019
How much do you know about VMware Cloud on AWS?
Take our quiz to test your knowledge on VMware Cloud on AWS to see if you understand important use cases, general information and features. Continue Reading
By- Stefani Muñoz, Assistant Site Editor
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News
06 Aug 2019
IBM-Red Hat juggernaut seeks to boost multi-cloud deployments
IBM and Red Hat executives believe they are well positioned to capture a generous share of shops yet to implement hybrid clouds. Some analysts say that is easier said than done. Continue Reading
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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News
01 Aug 2019
IBM-Red Hat integration begins with OpenShift, Cloud Paks
With the acquisition deal done, IBM shared its plans to have Red Hat OpenShift software serve as foundational building blocks that can be used to create applications spanning hybrid and multi-cloud environments via IBM Cloud Paks. Continue Reading
By- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
- Chris Kanaracus
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News
24 Jul 2019
DoD's JEDI cloud contract favors AWS, with Microsoft on deck
AWS is expected to win the DoD's $10 billion JEDI cloud contract. The single-cloud vendor deal has brought criticism and some believe Microsoft will eventually play an important role, too. Continue Reading
By- Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer
- Chris Kanaracus
- Ed Scannell, Freelancer
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Tip
24 Jul 2019
Is a Cloud Foundry deployment right for you?
Enterprise PaaS needs have grown from streamlining app deployment to the ability to use the hosting infrastructure of their choice -- which has put Cloud Foundry in the spotlight. Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2019
What to expect -- and not expect -- from serverless computing
The scope of serverless computing continues to evolve as cloud providers try to reduce the drawbacks and join the technology with containers. Continue Reading
By- Tom Nolle, Andover Intel
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News
19 Jul 2019
VMware on Azure gains early adherents
Microsoft's Azure VMware Solutions service will compete with the VMware Cloud on AWS offering, and reflects a move to the cloud for virtualized workloads. Continue Reading