Cloud infrastructure design and management
Cloud computing delivers numerous benefits, but only if an IT organization is prepared to manage a cloud environment. Proper cloud infrastructure design and management entails an understanding of automation, orchestration, monitoring, compliance, pricing, availability, and other key elements of cloud services.
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Tip
28 Sep 2023
3 factors that influence multi-cloud cost optimization
Without careful oversight, multi-cloud deployments can be expensive. These data management and security practices can help IT teams control and reduce monthly costs. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2023
Cloud backup and disaster recovery evolve toward maturity
Christophe Bertrand, of TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group, discusses survey results on data protection initiatives in the cloud and challenges for organizations. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Sep 2023
What does a cloud network engineer do?
A cloud network engineer juggles a number of responsibilities -- from network design and troubleshooting to learning about specific cloud providers and platforms. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Sep 2023
3 rules to avoid high multi-cloud integration costs
When using multiple cloud providers, integration costs can grow quickly. To prevent billing surprises, enterprises must carefully plan application deployments and workflows. Continue Reading
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News
19 Sep 2023
Oracle databases in OCI now run on Microsoft Azure
A new partnership between two enterprise technology giants adds Oracle's hardware and software for Microsoft Azure customers, as former rivals unite to compete against AWS. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Sep 2023
Is the metaverse bad for the environment? Exploring a VR world
While the metaverse has negative impacts on the environment, some believe it can also aid in sustainability efforts. Take a look at these complex issues. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Sep 2023
Are NFTs bad for the environment? Carbon, energy and more
Like blockchain, NFTs have a negative reputation when it comes to the environment. Learn why and whether that negative impact has changed in the last few years. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Sep 2023
Manage cloud waste and high costs with automation
Once you apply automation to a cloud waste strategy, it's continuously on guard and working in real time. See what manual tasks you can replace and available automation tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2023
Cloud budgeting for a multi-cloud strategy
A multi-cloud strategy can quickly become costly, especially with different providers. What you need is a cloud accountant to control the budgeting and billing processes. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Aug 2023
VMware Explore on generative AI and multi-cloud innovation
VMware Explore 2023 kicked off with big announcements surrounding generative AI and multi-cloud innovation. Read up on the latest key updates and what this means for VMware. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2023
Avoid overprovisioning in cloud computing with tracking
A lack of visibility means organizations can easily lose unused resources which rack up costs. However, there are tools and best practices that can help set up a tracking system. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2023
Cloud vs. traditional data center: Which is right for you?
Enterprises can choose to place workloads in the cloud vs. on-premises data centers, or take a hybrid approach. Check out the factors that can help make the decision. Continue Reading
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24 Aug 2023
Reduce cloud waste with proper provisioning best practices
Don't pay for resources you don't use. Implement these best practices to avoid overprovisioning through access controls, policies and right-sizing. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Aug 2023
What to know about ESG data across ERP, enterprise systems
No single enterprise systems holds the key to ESG reporting. Instead, data is spread across ERP and other software systems. Here's what IT and sustainability leaders should know. Continue Reading
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News
22 Aug 2023
VMware remakes NSX for companies using multiple clouds
VMware designed NSX+ to simplify multi-cloud networking for customers. The update will eventually replace NSX and the more advanced NSX-T within VMware Cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Aug 2023
Sustainability partnership: How CSOs and CIOs can team up
Learn how sustainability leaders and IT leaders can partner for ESG success by collaborating on tech selection, prioritizing the right data and allowing for tension. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2023
Wasabi Technologies, IBM modernize historic Fenway Park
When Fenway Sports Group migrated to the Google Cloud Platform in 2020, it turned to Wasabi and IBM to help usher in a hybrid cloud model. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Aug 2023
Build a multi-cloud Kubernetes cluster step by step
While Kubernetes is often deployed as a cluster on a single cloud, a multi-cloud cluster can provide numerous advantages, such as reliability, better performance and lower costs. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
31 Jul 2023
Get started with Kubernetes Cloud Controller Manager
Kubernetes Cloud Controller Manager is an optional tool used to manage cluster resources. Learn how it works, why you may want to use it and the basics for getting started. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2023
10 tips for a successful sustainability journey
Sustainability isn't a one-and-done endeavor but rather a journey your organization will need to prioritize going forward. Here's how to create success. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jul 2023
Rein in services to avoid wasted cloud spend
Organizations often make the easy mistake of duplicate purchases, which lead to wasted cloud spend. Learn strategies to avoid overspending in the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jul 2023
Navigate multi-cloud billing challenges
Keeping track of cloud bills from multiple clouds or accounts can be complex. Learn how to identify multi-cloud billing challenges and how to tackle them. Continue Reading
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18 Jul 2023
Supercloud security concerns foreshadow concept's adoption
Supercloud lets applications work together across multiple cloud environments, but organizations must pay particular attention to how they protect their assets. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2023
Prices for cloud infrastructure soar 30%
Tough macroeconomic conditions as well as high average selling prices for cloud computing and storage servers have forced enterprises to spend less on private cloud infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2023
Prosimo offers free multi-cloud connectivity
The new MCN Foundation can find and connect to public clouds and provide visibility. The company's full-stack product powers the limited free version. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2023
Refining HPE GreenLake as it sets its sights on everything
HPE's Bryan Thompson talks about how HPE GreenLake has become synonymous with the brand, and looks to its future and how the platform will meet customers' specific needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Jun 2023
Are AWS Local Zones right for my low-latency app?
AWS offers its customers several options to minimize application latency. Let's look at the role AWS Local Zones can play in delivering your apps right on time. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2023
IBM aims to reduce cloud costs with $4.6B Apptio acquisition
Apptio fills FinOps holes in IBM Turbonomic, providing a tool to help organizations make IT budgeting decisions based on their business objectives. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2023
HPE customers move to embrace hybrid cloud by design
Hybrid clouds are often a reaction to problems. The Dallas Cowboys, Texas Children's Hospital and Experian turned to HPE GreenLake ahead of -- rather than in response to -- issues. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2023
HPE GreenLake expands further into AWS, VMware clouds
Updates to GreenLake services and new partnerships allow customers to integrate more AWS and VMware public cloud workloads into HPE's private cloud. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2023
HPE GreenLake private cloud gets self-managed, pre-deployed
At HPE Discover 2023, the vendor introduced new container support, a lower-tier private cloud and easier deployment at colocation data centers. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Jun 2023
Guard information in cloud with a data classification policy
The cloud's need for special data classification attention arises from a combination of risk factors. With proper care, classification and compliance can limit these risks. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jun 2023
Cloud computing's real-world environmental impact
As more companies amp up their reliance on cloud computing, they may overlook environmental impacts. Here's why that's a bad idea. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 May 2023
Cloud experts weigh in on the state of FinOps
Surprised by your cloud bill? Experts weigh in on the rising popularity of FinOps, the art of building a FinOps strategy and the struggle to optimize cloud costs. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 May 2023
Dell Apex updates support enterprise 'cloud to ground' moves
Dell's latest Apex updates puts the company in a position to capitalize on the hybrid, multi-cloud and edge computing needs of enterprises. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 May 2023
Prepare for the Azure Security Engineer Associate certification
Are you ready to boost your resume or further your cloud career path? Review this preparation guide to get ready for Exam AZ-500 to become Microsoft certified. Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2023
Dell takes edge deployment from the frontier to NativeEdge
At Dell Tech World, the vendor seeks to simplify deploying and managing up to thousands of edge devices in various locations, as Project Frontier becomes Dell NativeEdge. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 May 2023
A healthy perspective on software architecture scalability
It's easy to overlook architecture scalability and focus instead on application performance and cost. But architectural scalability is the basis for some important benefits. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 May 2023
3 rules to adapt cloud change management policies
Having a change management policy can minimize risk when it comes to making changes. Follow these rules to adapt cloud change management policies and compliance within the cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 May 2023
Security experts share cloud auditing best practices
A cloud audit allows organizations to assess cloud vendor performance. Auditing experts Shinesa Cambric and Michael Ratemo talk about the role of compliance in auditing. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 May 2023
How FinOps tools affect cloud decisions
Organizations adopt FinOps to optimize cloud costs, to align cloud spending with business functions and to establish better governance over cloud expenditures. But what is the impact? Continue Reading
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Tip
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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Feature
10 Apr 2023
Sustainability and ESG glossary: 52 terms to know
Sustainable strategies require basic understanding of the fundamentals. Business leaders and IT teams can benefit from this list of essential sustainability terms and ESG concepts. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Apr 2023
How to implement FinOps in DevOps pipelines
As cloud costs climb, applying FinOps principles in DevOps practices can optimize cloud spend. Learn how FinOps and DevOps can work together to promote better cloud resource use. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Apr 2023
A short guide to Azure Data Lake Storage pricing
Azure Data Lake Storage offers pricing that's competitive with similar platforms. However, many elements of the secure, large storage platform factor into the overall cost. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Mar 2023
4 best practices to avoid cloud vendor lock-in
Without proper planning, an organization could end up feeling trapped in its relationship with a cloud provider. Follow these tips to avoid vendor lock-in. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Mar 2023
How to use startup scripts in Google Cloud
Google Cloud lets you use startup scripts when booting VMs to improve security and reliability. Follow these steps to create your own startup scripts. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2023
Introducing our essential sustainability and ESG resource hub
CIOs, supply chain pros and other stakeholders need information that demystifies sustainability strategies and tech. The new TechTarget site answers those needs. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
New Microsoft Azure VMs target generative AI developers
Generative AI app developers can soon access the supercomputing infrastructure they need through Microsoft Azure. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Mar 2023
Get to know the Azure resource hierarchy
Azure management groups, subscriptions, resource groups and resources are not mutually exclusive. Businesses can -- and often do -- use all of these scopes simultaneously. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Feb 2023
Ease multi-cloud governance challenges with 5 best practices
Establishing sound multi-cloud governance practices can mitigate challenges and enforce security. Review best practices and tools to help manage costs and risk. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2023
Top cloud performance issues that bog down enterprise apps
Workloads with rigid latency, bandwidth, availability or integration requirements tend to perform better -- and cost less -- if you host them on private infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2023
Cloud is a growing force in industrial IoT
Utilities and manufacturers are examples of industries using distributed cloud computing in private facilities to collect and send data across multiple facilities. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2023
FinOps model eases cloud billing complexities
Cloud cost management is a top priority on admin's minds. FinOps expert Mike Fuller talks about cloud billing challenges and how to overcome them in this Q&A. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2023
Oracle officially supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux on OCI
Responding to user demand, Oracle struck a deal with Red Hat to make the latter's Enterprise Linux operating system an integral part of Oracle's multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jan 2023
The features of multi-cloud networking architecture
Enterprises are looking for multi-cloud networking features that include programmability, security integration and end-to-end visibility in a consumption-based model. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2023
Latest Google Cloud AI shines spotlight on retail automation
AI-powered automated inventory tracking systems aren't perfect. However, retailers with high rates of lost sales from missing items in stores could still achieve a decent ROI. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jan 2023
8 tips for building a multi-cloud DevOps strategy
DevOps practices and tools have many benefits for application development, deployment and monitoring in complex IT environments that span multiple clouds. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jan 2023
Advantages and disadvantages of storing data in the cloud
Organizations that want to reduce on-site storage costs can consider cloud for easy pricing models and scalability. However, take note of drawbacks such as lack of data control. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2023
Public cloud spending, competition to rise in 2023
In 2023, companies expect to increase spending on public cloud applications and infrastructure, and hyperscalers that have dominated the market will face new competition. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Dec 2022
AWS rolls out new EC2 instances at re:Invent 2022
The wrong instance type can affect workload performance and even increase costs. This year at re:Invent, AWS released new EC2 instances from general purpose to HPC optimized. Continue Reading
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05 Dec 2022
Top 10 cloud computing careers of 2023 and how to get started
Cloud computing touches many aspects of modern life, and the need for cloud professionals is great. Learn about the necessary skills and education for a cloud computing career. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2022
VMware adds multi-cloud management tools
VMware debuted HCX+, a managed service for multi-cloud data centers, as well as Kubernetes capabilities for private clouds and more SD-WAN points of presence. 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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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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News
18 Oct 2022
Oracle partners can now sell Oracle Cloud as their own
Alloy, a new infrastructure platform, lets partners and Oracle-affiliated enterprises resell OCI to customers in regulated industries or at the edge. Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2022
Dell adds Project Frontier for edge, expands HCI with Azure
Dell dropped news at separate events this week -- one that showcased edge management software, another that showed deepening HCI ties with Azure -- but the items are connected. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Oct 2022
Choose the right on-premises-to-cloud migration method
One of the first steps in a cloud migration is to choose a data transfer model. There are two options to consider -- online and offline -- but you need to weigh the pros and cons. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2022
Companies search for ROI from cloud spending
A KPMG survey of 1,000 executives found that two-thirds were reevaluating cloud spending after failing to achieve a significant ROI. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
30 Sep 2022
How to reduce Azure costs via automation
One way for Azure customers to reduce their spending is to be sure VMs deployed in the cloud aren't running when they aren't needed. Automation can help. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
29 Sep 2022
How to set up Azure budget alerts
Azure budget alerts can be configured to your specific needs by customized email notifications regarding financial budgets. Follow this tutorial to get started. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Sep 2022
Implement these 6 Azure cost optimization best practices
From resource tagging to serverless deployments, there are several ways cloud admins can optimize Azure spending to stay within their company's budget. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2022
FinOps vs. RevOps: What's the difference?
While FinOps and RevOps are similar, they help businesses improve spending in different ways. Learn about how these business initiatives compare. Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2022
Azure cost management tools to control cloud spending
With alerts, cost analysis dashboards and other features, Azure cost management tools can help admins more clearly see their cloud usage and optimize their spending. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Sep 2022
VMware goes deep into multi-cloud universe
With its rebranded Explore conference, VMware made it clear its focus is on supporting customers' multi-cloud and edge computing environments as data is processed in new places. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Sep 2022
Distributed cloud changes IT architecture and planning
With modern applications distributed across multiple platforms and locations, IT organizations must adjust how they confront that greater management complexity. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Sep 2022
What to consider in scaling automation for distributed cloud
Infrastructure automation accelerates IT ops, fosters innovation and creates competitive advantage -- but executive support is essential, especially in complex cloud environments. Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2022
VMware CEO reveals big changes amid multi-cloud shift
VMware plans to change products, strategic direction and marketing to keep up with customers rushing to deploy multi-cloud architectures. Continue Reading
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News
30 Aug 2022
IBM, VMware to jointly develop services for hybrid clouds
IBM and VMware expanded their long-held partnership with a deal to provide hybrid cloud services and consulting to IT pros in regulated industries. Continue Reading
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News
30 Aug 2022
VMware expands vSphere, vSAN for hybrid cloud enterprises
Updates to VMware's flagship vSphere and vSAN software keep pace with enterprise interest in hybrid cloud infrastructure for applications and workloads. Continue Reading
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News
30 Aug 2022
VMware unveils Aria for multi-cloud management
The Aria product portfolio includes a software console powered by a central data store to deliver a map of the applications running in a multi-cloud environment. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Aug 2022
Break down Azure VM pricing models and discounts
Azure offers three VM pricing models. Learn the benefits and drawbacks of each, which model works best for you and discount options to help you save. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Aug 2022
FinOps vs. DevOps: What's the difference?
While they might seem inherently different, both FinOps and DevOps encourage practices to improve business efficiency and success. Review the concepts and how they compare. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
17 Aug 2022
Tips for smoother, more secure cloud performance
It's easy for an unanticipated glitch to create a significant disruption to a cloud environment. To get around these pitfalls, here are some key things to watch out for. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2022
Be aware of these CloudWatch Logs limits and quotas
CloudWatch Logs imposes certain limits and service quotas related to log data ingestion and other areas. Fortunately, in many cases, there are workarounds. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Aug 2022
Compare NoSQL database types in the cloud
NoSQL systems are increasingly common in the cloud. Read about the different types of NoSQL databases that are available from major cloud providers and other vendors. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Aug 2022
Gain insights from Azure Advisor recommendations
Microsoft's Azure Advisor service offers recommendations based on five categories. Learn these categories and the roles they play in a cloud management strategy. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2022
Walmart's multi-cloud strategy cuts millions in IT costs
Walmart built its own cloud platform and tied it to two public cloud providers, creating a multi-cloud architecture that saved millions in costs and sped up development tasks. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jul 2022
Prepare for your FinOps interview with these 9 questions
FinOps promises to help organizations gain more value from their technology spending, especially in the cloud. Do you have the skills to become part of the FinOps team? Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2022
HPE GreenLake updates aim for public cloud-like simplicity
HPE GreenLake has been simplified to feel more like a public cloud while making management of VMs across hybrid clouds more consistent. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
28 Jun 2022
How to create an EC2 instance using PowerShell
PowerShell has practical integrations that provide users with cross-platform capabilities. Get to know prerequisites and resources to create an EC2 instance using PowerShell. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Jun 2022
Why and how to export data from CloudWatch Logs to S3
There are several reasons to export data out of CloudWatch Logs and into S3. Use this step-by-step tutorial to automate the process. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Jun 2022
Challenges, best practices for network operations management
Traditional network operations teams are struggling with several aspects of network management. Experts weigh in on why, and what to do to simplify operations. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jun 2022
What are FinOps tools and how do I choose one?
FinOps tools help organizations optimize cloud usage and spend. Review different native and third-party offerings to find the best fit for your needs. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2022
Zadara revs up F1 team's capabilities with edge storage
Alfa Romeo F1 Team Orlen uses Zadara to store and access race and technical data so that it can improve race analysis and mechanical performance. Continue Reading
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Quiz
14 Jun 2022
Quiz yourself on FinOps principles and concepts
FinOps practices can guide an organization toward more effective cloud cost management. How much do you know about key FinOps concepts? Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jun 2022
11 cloud programming languages developers need to know
How do you choose the cloud programming language that best suits your current and future needs? Explore 11 popular options and their use cases. Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Jun 2022
What the Broadcom-VMware acquisition means for cloud users
How will the Broadcom acquisition affect VMware's cloud strategy? As-a-service models, observability and partnerships are some key factors to consider. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 May 2022
Choose the best Azure Blob Storage tier
Hot, Cool or Archive -- where should Azure Blob Storage go? Each tier has its challenges, but don't panic if data is in the wrong one, with step-by-step directions for moving tiers. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
25 May 2022
How to deploy an EKS cluster using Terraform
Terraform benefits include scalability, repeatable infrastructure and cost efficiency. Follow this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to deploy an EKS cluster using Terraform. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2022
Cost savings among the biggest cloud fallacies
Experts at the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium described the advantages that justify the high cost of moving to the cloud while acknowledging the data center is best for some companies. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 May 2022
What is multi-cloud visibility, and how do I achieve it?
It's not always clear how visibility relates to monitoring or observability or how these terms fit together in a multi-cloud environment. Let's sort it out. Continue Reading