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April 18, 2018 18 Apr'18
Microsoft takes holistic approach to IoT security concerns

Azure Sphere extends security from the cloud to the device. It's the most holistic approach on the market and provides another example of Microsoft abandoning its insular past.
April 11, 2018 11 Apr'18
Red Hat goes big on interoperability-ness

Red Hat changes its tagline from time to time, but this year the firm appears to happy being labelled as 'the world's leading provider of open source solutions' -- perhaps, with Microsoft and so ...
April 03, 2018 03 Apr'18
Azure serial console update addresses cloud troubleshooting

An Azure debugging tool gives admins a better handle on problems when VMs don't boot properly, with a familiar feel for those more comfortable with on-premises architectures.
April 03, 2018 03 Apr'18
Microsoft Serial Console: how to fix a ‘broken’ cloud

Microsoft makes Windows, but Microsoft isn’t really as focused on Windows these days as it is on its Azure cloud platform and new extensions that emanate into the world of Artificial Intelligence ...

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Ten Citrix Synergy 2018 sessions to attend

Get a jump start on your Citrix Synergy planning with this rundown of 10 interesting sessions that explore Linux-based virtual desktops, scalability and planning, and more. Continue Reading
IBM blockchain technology spotlights mainframes

IBM's blockchain offerings aim to ease enterprise IT concerns by combining Z system mainframe hardware with industry-specific open source applications. Continue Reading
Microsoft Project Honolulu shows promise but needs work

Microsoft Project Honolulu is still in the technical preview stage, but it needs to resolve a number of issues before it's a viable alternative to manage production machines. Continue Reading

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Is there a viable alternative to Microsoft Outlook?

When IT pros are seeking an alternative to Outlook, they should consider the features their users need the most and select an email client that best matches those needs. Continue Reading
Swift or Ceph: Which object storage system is better?

Some cloud object storage experts think that Ceph is better than Swift, but that isn't true. The fact is that both options can work, but your workload needs matter. Continue Reading
Veeam Availability Suite 9.5

Following podium finishes the last two years, Veeam again wins over judges with its Availability Suite. The 9.5 edition added physical support, integrations and Office 365 backup. Continue Reading

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Resolve issues between Python and Linux with virtualenv

While Linux OSes favor Python 2, Python 3 is the widely preferred version. Install virtualenv to isolate Python 2 and 3 and prevent IT issues. Continue Reading
Compare management options for Google Kubernetes Engine

Google supports various management options for its Kubernetes Engine service, and while each has its pros and cons, you should base your decision largely on experience. Continue Reading
Use software composition analysis to secure the industrial IoT

Flexera's Eric Free explains how software composition analysis software can help IIoT developers scan and manage the components used during IIoT development ensure IIoT security. Continue Reading

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What do Dnsmasq vulnerabilities mean for Android users?

Researchers found several Dnsmasq vulnerabilities that affect Google's Android operating system. Matt Pascucci explains how these flaws can be exploited by threat actors. Continue Reading
The pros and cons of container platforms for portability

Container platforms enable high degrees of portability, but there are some container portability limitations related to persistent storage, different container formats and more. Continue Reading
Container OS options abound: Make the right selection

There is an assortment of OSes that support containerized applications, so go into the decision with a set of wants, needs and must-avoids. Continue Reading