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    Essential KPI considerations for IT operations managers

    Various KPIs measure IT's operational efficiency and how well it supports business goals, but the right metrics provide actionable insights and demonstrate the overall value of IT.

    Brien Posey • Dec. 12, 2025
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    Comparing the Flutter and React Native frameworks

    Learn how each development framework affects architecture and performance, and explore the details of framework adoption, maintenance and scalability features.

    Kerry Doyle • Dec. 10, 2025
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    Wi-Fi 6 range limitations and why they exist

    Every Wi-Fi standard promises faster speeds and better performance. However, every standard also experiences the real-world limitations of enterprise networking.

    Lee Badman • Dec. 10, 2025
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    7 task automation tools to increase productivity in 2026

    Explore task automation tools that save time and reduce risks for IT operations by automating routine tasks, improving efficiency and minimizing errors.

    Chris Tozzi • Dec. 9, 2025
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    Why is Rust a critical programming language in 2026?

    Rust has become a popular modern alternative to C in part because of its type system and memory management features. Learn if Rust is right for your org.

    Damon Garn • Dec. 8, 2025
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    Indoor 5G gets a boost as small cells come to the rescue

    Indoor small cells are becoming more common in consumer and enterprise markets. Along with distributed antenna systems and Wi-Fi networks, small cells increasingly enable RF coverage.

    Jennifer English, Dan Jones • Dec. 5, 2025
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    AIOps vs. MLOps: How are they different?

    Another -Ops has entered the arena: MLOps. Is it just another buzzword, or does the term hold its own weight? Learn more about it and how it compares to AIOps.

    Chris Tozzi • Dec. 5, 2025
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    The complete guide to QA team roles and responsibilities

    QA teams play an important role in ensuring quality and performance. To be as effective as possible, organizations need to be thorough in structuring and managing their QA teams.

    Alexander Gillis • Nov. 25, 2025
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    Acceptance criteria: What it is and its best practices

    Acceptance criteria plays a key role in shaping an application from the user standpoint. We review some of the basic things to remember when it comes to acceptance criteria.

    Amy Reichert • Nov. 24, 2025
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    How to import existing AWS resources into a CloudFormation stack

    Transform manually created AWS resources into manageable, automated infrastructure with CloudFormation's import resource with this step-by-step tutorial.

    Ernesto Marquez • Nov. 24, 2025
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    5G-Advanced features: Pervasive AI, broader reach, precision

    The interim standard brings a boatload of major improvements to 5G on the way to 6G's planned release in 2030. Learn what they do, their benefits and use cases, and what's next.

    Ron Westfall • Nov. 24, 2025
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    Integrating VMC on AWS with Horizon 7 leads to new use cases

    Take advantage of Horizon 7 with VMC on AWS for a better hybrid cloud user experience, new use cases, and several different options for installation, deployment and integration.

    Rob Bastiaansen • Nov. 21, 2025
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    Understand the basics of Microsoft hybrid identity

    Microsoft hybrid identity combines on-premises AD resources and cloud-based Entra ID capabilities to create a seamless access experience across environments.

    Helen Searle-Jones • Nov. 20, 2025
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    7 ways hybrid cloud storage is reshaping SAN strategy

    As hybrid cloud adoption accelerates, SAN management is evolving. Examine seven ways modernization, security and cost priorities are shifting for enterprise leaders.

    Stephen Engelhardt • Nov. 20, 2025
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    5 signs your storage infrastructure is due for an upgrade

    Outdated storage risks missed business opportunities and high costs. These five warning signs reveal when it's time to upgrade your organization's NAS or SAN systems.

    John Edwards • Nov. 20, 2025
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    Solving IT’s talent shortage: Tips for recruitment and retention

    CIOs face mounting talent challenges as tech skills rapidly become obsolete and companies poach top performers. Five proven strategies help retain staff and build capabilities.

    Mary Shacklett • Nov. 19, 2025
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    Custom Amazon CloudWatch metrics: When default isn’t enough

    Transform your AWS monitoring beyond basic CPU and network stats. Discover how CloudWatch custom metrics unlock application-specific insights that default EC2 monitoring cannot provide.

    Ernesto Marquez • Nov. 18, 2025
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    Using GitHub Copilot to accelerate PowerShell scripting

    Learn how to work with GitHub Copilot to write scripts, refactor legacy code and streamline Azure automation with best practices in mind.

    James Bannan • Nov. 18, 2025
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    A dozen data storage acronyms you should know

    There are many acronyms people use in the data storage space. The following are 12 of the more commonly appearing acronyms.

    Paul Kirvan • Nov. 18, 2025
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    Docs-as-Code explained: Benefits, tools and best practices

    Learn how Docs-as-Code streamlines software development by creating docs concurrently with code using shared tools and DevOps practices.

    Gerie Owen • Nov. 14, 2025
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    A guide to Windows DHCP server configuration

    Ensuring your Windows DHCP server is properly configured can be a significant undertaking. Here's what network admins can do to make the job easier.

    Damon Garn • Nov. 14, 2025
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    20 systemctl commands for system and service management

    Linux administrators are overseeing more systems than ever. Managing system and service settings can be a challenge, but the systemctl command can make those tasks easier.

    Damon Garn • Nov. 14, 2025
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    Getting started with architecture as code

    Architecture-as-code (AaC) defines system architecture in executable, version-controlled formats such as YAML/JSON. Keep architecture accurate and traceable with AaC.

    Priyank Gupta • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Synchronous vs asynchronous communications: A complete guide

    Synchronous execution requires parties or components to work simultaneously in real time, while asynchronous communications don't need systems to wait for a reply.

    Priyank Gupta • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Top 10 AIOps use cases and challenges

    AIOps transforms reactive IT operations into proactive, automated systems with predictive analytics, but it requires strategic planning to overcome implementation challenges.

    Damon Garn • Nov. 6, 2025