Managing cloud applications
Explore tips and best practices for successfully managing cloud applications – from migration projects to monitoring performance after the move. In addition, get advice on how to best support third-party SaaS applications for end users, and when to use managed container services in the public cloud.
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Answer
08 May 2023
What are best practices for backup cloud repatriation?
To migrate backup data from the cloud back to an on-premises environment, you should follow these steps to ensure your data will be safe and smoothly moved. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 May 2023
What's involved in cloud repatriation cost calculation?
The costs associated with cloud repatriation go beyond the migration itself. IT managers must account for any new hardware, backup requirements and available skilled personnel. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Jan 2022
3 best practices to manage SaaS subscriptions
Seemingly simple tools -- such as spreadsheets and work calendars -- can go a long way in helping IT teams keep track of SaaS billing and contract renewals. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Dec 2021
Box backup tips, options and considerations
Backing up Box data? Look at your organization's retention policies, compliance requirements and complementary tools to form a solid Box backup strategy. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2021
5 centralized logging best practices for cloud admins
Centralized logging -- particularly within hybrid and multi-cloud environments -- can boost an IT team's monitoring strategy and accelerate troubleshooting. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Dec 2021
Break down the Google Cloud resource hierarchy
Admins can use Organizations, Folders, Projects and Resources to manage employee access within Google Cloud. But first, they must understand the distinctions between each level. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Nov 2021
Explore cloud-native vs. cloud-based vs. cloud-enabled apps
While it's tough to make a clear distinction between cloud-native, cloud-based and cloud-enabled apps, they differ in terms of development practices, performance and other factors. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Nov 2021
4 key items to add to a SaaS agreement checklist
SaaS apps can save enterprises time and money, but a bad SLA could reverse those benefits. Focus on these four items to optimize performance and uptime. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Nov 2021
How to effectively plan cloud storage scalability
There are many benefits but also many considerations in including cloud storage as part of a scalability strategy, from analysis of needs to testing your providers. Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2021
Teradata and H2O.ai partner on multi-cloud platform
The partnership between the open source AI vendor and veteran data service provider demonstrates the emphasis enterprises are now placing on the data in their AI systems. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
30 Sep 2021
How to create EC2 custom metrics with Amazon CloudWatch
Amazon CloudWatch provides useful monitoring information with its built-in capabilities, but for additional data, it might be time to consider custom metrics. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Sep 2021
6 steps to build a comprehensive cloud tagging strategy
A poorly executed cloud resource tagging strategy, or having no strategy at all, can cost a bundle down the road. Build the best tagging strategy with these six steps. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Sep 2021
Compare AWS Cloudtrail vs. Config for resource monitoring
When your IT team needs more detailed info about resource activity in AWS, they have options. See how AWS Cloudtrail and Config resource monitoring tools compare. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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Tip
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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Tip
05 Aug 2021
Pick a load balancer: Azure Front Door vs. Application Gateway
Every cloud infrastructure requires a solid network architecture and Azure has two load balancers that can improve network performance. Discover where each one will fit the best. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2021
Flexify.IO CTO says multi-cloud migration within easy reach
Multi-cloud storage and migration can be a costly hassle, but Flexify.IO CTO Sergey Kandaurov claims his company's flagship product can help eliminate fees and woes about lock-in. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Jul 2021
A beginner's guide to cloud-native application development
Cloud-native applications have become ubiquitous in IT environments. Learn what it takes to create cloud-native apps and which development tools are available. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jun 2021
5 cloud design patterns to create resilient applications
Review five popular design patterns for cloud application development and how they solve a range of common challenges that IT teams face. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 May 2021
Cloud vs. DevOps: What to know for your next career move
Cloud and DevOps can go hand in hand, but they don't have to. Learn the differences so you can see which path is best for your future IT role. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 May 2021
Top types of cloud testing organizations need to perform
Move to cloud-based testing to reduce overhead and avoid production missteps. Learn about testing types and some notable vendors to get your IT team started. Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2021
IBM boosts vertical cloud push with financial services cloud
IBM doubles down on its investment in vertical markets, rolling out a financial services cloud that shares workloads with clouds in telecommunications and healthcare. Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2021
HYCU backup closes first funding round, eyes IPO
The HYCU backup and recovery platform gained a boost with a major funding haul. HYCU seeks to stand out in a competitive data protection market. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2021
Compare Azure DevOps vs. GitHub for CI/CD pipelines
GitHub is a more recognized name in the development community than Azure DevOps, but now that Microsoft owns both tools, developers need to see how they differ and work together. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jan 2021
How to build a cloud center of excellence
Learn how to create an effective cloud center of excellence for your company with these steps and best practices. Continue Reading
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Tip
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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Tip
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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Guest Post
26 Oct 2020
5 key ways to avoid overspending on enterprise cloud adoption
Companies that take a careful approach to enterprise cloud adoption aligned with business objectives can help optimize spending and get the most from cloud investments. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Oct 2020
3 SaaS cost management tips for new-to-cloud usage
When it comes to SaaS spending, IT must ensure that everyone from users to management is on the same page. Use these strategies to stay within your cloud budget. 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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Tip
10 Aug 2020
Use this Amazon Cognito review to assess authentication tools
Amazon Cognito isn't as user-friendly as some competitors, but it does offer some unique advantages. Explore the pros, cons and alternatives for Cognito. Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2020
Microsoft unveils Open Service Mesh, vows donation to CNCF
Microsoft pledged to donate its service mesh to the CNCF in a stab at Istio, setting the stage for potential vendor collaboration around multi-cloud interoperability standards. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jul 2020
How certifications, remote work affect cloud computing salaries
How many certifications you have and where you live will likely drive what you make as a cloud engineer. Catch the latest cloud salary and hiring trends. Continue Reading
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Quiz
29 Jul 2020
Cloud security quiz: Application security best practices
Think you know all there is to know about securing apps in the cloud? Test your grasp of cloud application security best practices with this quiz. Continue Reading
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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
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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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Opinion
06 Mar 2020
Decipher the true meaning of cloud native
The term "cloud native" has become a popular yet nebulous buzzword among IT pros. Get to the bottom of what it really means before the definition gets even murkier. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jan 2020
Windows Server 2008 end of life means it's time to move
Your organization has a few options to migrate from unsupported Windows Server 2008/2008 R2 systems to avoid becoming another cyberattack statistic. 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
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Feature
24 Dec 2019
Get the lowdown on these 4 Google Cloud management services
Google Cloud Platform offers numerous tools to manage and deploy resources -- each with its own specific focus. Learn about these four services before you get started on Google Cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Dec 2019
Use these 8 tools to deploy microservices on Azure
IT teams deploy microservices to quickly build and scale apps, but it can get complicated fast. Check out these Microsoft Azure tools and best practices to get started the right way. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2019
Get started with Azure tags
The more Azure resources an organization consumes, the harder it becomes to track those resources. Proper tagging can help manage and automate workloads, as well as control costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Dec 2019
Review these Azure Service Bus best practices
When applications talk, you need to listen. Learn about Microsoft's cloud messaging service, its main features, best practices to follow and practical applications. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Nov 2019
4 requirements to choose the best enterprise IoT database
How should an IoT database differ from a traditional database? Learn what criteria databases need in order to handle the challenges that IoT technology brings with it. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2019
Kubernetes security opens a new frontier: Multi-tenancy
Enterprises have grown used to managing Kubernetes in production for some of their workloads, but broadening those deployments can bring multi-tenant security challenges. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2019
Backblaze cloud backup extends version history
Backblaze gives users the ability to keep everything in the history of their backups. The cloud storage and backup vendor also enhanced upload performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Oct 2019
Decide between cloud-native apps and app modernization
Whether you want to update current workloads as part of a migration or you're leaning toward a cloud-native model, review the benefits and drawbacks of each approach first. Continue Reading
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News
03 Oct 2019
PayGo cloud migration to AWS includes SIOS for HA, DR
Utility payment company realized "astonishing" savings by migrating from a private data center to AWS but the move required more than just throwing the red switch. Continue Reading
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Video
30 Sep 2019
Learn the benefits and limits of a public cloud migration
The public cloud is an attractive option for enterprises looking to optimize their workloads. However, not all apps are meant for cloud. Find out what drives adoption in this video. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Sep 2019
Top 6 Google cloud certification programs
The cloud job market continues to grow, but it can be hard to get your resume to the top of the pile. Consider these Google cloud certifications to stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Aug 2019
Top 8 cloud administrator interview questions and answers
Hoping to become a cloud administrator? There's a lot to cover -- from tools to certifications. Prepare for your interview with these eight questions. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Aug 2019
How to live with loss of control with cloud software updates
IT pros don't have the same control over updates and versions in the cloud as they do on premises. Stay ahead of the changes and communicate to staff to lessen any negative impacts. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2019
Move data with these Google cloud migration tools
From physical appliances to professional services, here's a quick rundown of the tools your team might want to consider for a migration to Google Cloud Platform. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Linode GPU instances offer accelerated computing power
Linode's GPU instances are built on Nvidia's Quadro RTX 6000 GPU cards, designed to power high-performance applications and use cases for artists, scientists, engineers and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jul 2019
IT teams face an uphill battle with serverless migrations
Moving serverless functions between cloud platforms is met with various obstacles. Make sure to look out for the following key features before starting the process. Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2019
Microsoft gives developers a sneak peek into Azure updates
Here's a look at three of the Azure-related projects developers got a glimpse of at Build, including a new open source project. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Apr 2019
How to deploy a Docker container to the cloud
Docker is highly portable and widely available across all major cloud platforms, including AWS and Microsoft Azure, but it's important to properly plan your container deployment. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2019
MongoDB buys Realm database to boost mobile chops
MongoDB is buying Realm, the maker of an open source database for cross-platform mobile applications, to boost its Atlas cloud platform and Stitch backend as a service. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Apr 2019
Microsoft Build 2019 agenda reveals .NET, Azure insights
Microsoft's Build conference for developers and IT operations professionals is just a few weeks away, but a close look at the session catalog reveals clues to the event's likely highlights. Here's ... Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2019
Kroger buys into Google Cloud migration, despite challenges
It wasn't easy for Kroger to migrate its customer-facing search engine to Google Cloud, but it happened fast, thanks to proper planning and the right mix of talent. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Mar 2019
A beginner's guide to cloud-native application management
After users develop cloud-native apps, they need to learn the basics of cloud monitoring and logging. These cloud-native management strategies can help maintain a successful application. Continue Reading
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News
04 Feb 2019
Rewards program provider taps Oracle IaaS for app migration
Oracle struggles in IaaS against AWS and Azure, but one Oracle cloud customer said its move there is a success, albeit within an overall multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2019
Google Cloud Firestore points NoSQL database at mobile, IoT
Google's NoSQL document database, Cloud Firestore, is now generally available to offer better scale and reliability for mobile and IoT apps and keep pace with AWS and Azure services. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jan 2019
Keep an eye on these third-party cloud management tools
Examine what third-party vendors can bring to the table before you choose your cloud provider's native management tools as a default option. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Dec 2018
Experienced cloud architects, engineers in high demand for 2019
Despite all the buzz around emerging technologies such as serverless, many enterprises in 2019 will first look to round out their core cloud management and development skill sets. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Sep 2018
Navigate your options for Oracle cloud certifications
Oracle certifications, including those for cloud, can build foundational knowledge or expand existing IT skills. The first challenge, though, is to find the right training path. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jun 2018
Options for dedicated cloud interconnects and their benefits
There are clear benefits to replacing existing VPN tunnels now. Discover the advantages to dedicating cloud interconnects to improve your enterprise traffic flows. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jun 2018
Three goals of multiple cloud management and how to reach them
Attaining the benefits of the cloud is getting ever more complex. Learn ways to enable efficient and effective management of hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Apr 2018
Four options to manage stateful apps in the cloud
Stateful applications in the cloud pose an ongoing challenge for development and operations teams. Review four ways to address those issues and keep your apps running smoothly. Continue Reading
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Guide
23 Feb 2018
Prepare and manage enterprise apps for an IaaS model
A growing number of businesses see the value in infrastructure as a service. But without careful app migration and management practices, the benefits of cloud can be lost. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Feb 2018
Cloud-centric IBM patents promise payoff
IBM plans to commercialize investments in cloud R&D into products, services and tools that draw new customers. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Aug 2016
Choosing an IaaS provider for traditional vs. cloud native apps
As IaaS providers expand their portfolios to include more higher-level services, the requirements of your apps -- not just your infrastructure -- should drive vendor choice. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Feb 2016
Six questions cloud app developers should nail in an interview
To wow potential employers, cloud app developers should prove in an interview that they're more than just code jockeys. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2014
A cloud management tools comparison guide
With its complex nature, cloud management can get bumpy at times. Luckily, cloud management tools from VMware, Dell and others can help. Continue Reading