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Open source cloud platforms and tools to consider

Although the most popular cloud platforms are proprietary, open source options can enhance the agility and cost-effectiveness of your overall cloud strategy.

By Chris Tozzi • April 7, 2021

Here’s why Amazon’s global expansion won’t come easy

Amazon would like to strengthen its global footprint, but the e-commerce giant faces roadblocks and challenges today that did not exist in the company's formative years.

By Bennett Voyles • April 6, 2021

How Amazon became a force in SMB lending

Amazon has upped its game with small business lending and credit options for its top merchants, showing more willingness to partner with financial services' biggest names.

By Terry Sweeney • April 5, 2021

VMware offers new subscription for hybrid cloud deployments

An offering dubbed VMware Cloud presents a new option for customers that want to pursue hybrid cloud strategies supported by a subscription model, but it has limitations.

By Chris Kanaracus, Ed Scannell • March 31, 2021

A breakdown of core AWS identity services

Given the wide range of organizations that use AWS to power their applications, it's important to understand the options AWS offers to manage access to application components.

By Ernesto Marquez • March 31, 2021

5 bad practices that lead to insecure APIs in cloud computing

API security often feels complicated. However, your IT team will go a long way in securing its services if it avoids these common pitfalls in API design and implementation.

By Adam Bertram • March 29, 2021

Amazon Care expands as demand for big tech regulation grows

Amazon expands its healthcare delivery service Amazon Care against the growing interest in telehealth and the growing intensity of big tech regulation.

By Makenzie Holland • March 24, 2021

Amazon taps Tableau CEO Selipsky to lead AWS

Amazon has named a familiar face to lead AWS in Tableau CEO Adam Selipsky. AWS is poised for massive growth under his leadership.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 23, 2021

Choose the right Google Cloud serverless service

When it comes to selecting a serverless tool, Google Cloud users have plenty of options. Evaluate the platform's suite of serverless offerings to make the right choice.

By Adam Bertram • March 22, 2021

Compare Azure Firewall vs. NSGs for network security

Traffic to and from resources needs proper security to protect data, but the wrong tool could leave you vulnerable. Explore these two services to find the right level of protection.

By Joydip Kanjilal • March 18, 2021

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure adds next-gen AMD EPYC instances

Oracle hopes new AMD EPYC instance types that deliver more performance at the same price as the previous generation can bring more attention to its IaaS.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 17, 2021

A better way to query DynamoDB data with SQL

Not everything is a one-click solution. Review two ways to query DynamoDB with SQL, as well as what these methods reveal about AWS' future as the top cloud provider.

By Joe Emison • March 10, 2021

Microsoft ACS going GA with preview of Teams integration

Microsoft Azure Communication Services is now in preview, with deep integration with Microsoft Teams so developers can build real-time user experiences.

By Darryl Taft • March 3, 2021

autoscaling

Autoscaling provides users with an automated approach to increase or decrease the compute, storage or networking resources they have allocated, as traffic spikes and use patterns demand.

By Sean Kerner • March 1, 2021

Modernize and migrate mainframe apps to the cloud

Mainframe apps are typically difficult to move to the cloud without modernization. Review migration options and determine if it will be worth the effort.

By Tom Nolle • March 1, 2021

HPE acquires CloudPhysics, targets cloud migration projects

Hoping to up its visibility in the cloud computing market, HPE acquired CloudPhysics this week in hopes of simplifying cloud migration projects by leveraging AI.

By Ed Scannell • Feb. 26, 2021

data portability

Data portability is the ability to move data among different application programs, computing environments or cloud services.

By Craig Mullins • Feb. 26, 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.

By Michael Levan • Feb. 25, 2021

Is construction Amazon’s next target for disruption?

Amazon has already made inroads into the construction industry and experts speculate that there will be more to come. Construction companies, among the digital laggards, must adapt to the digital era to survive.

By Mary Pratt • Feb. 24, 2021

Build a cloud resiliency strategy with these best practices

Implement these tips and strategies to minimize downtime and support resiliency in your cloud-based organization.

By Anant R. Adya • Feb. 22, 2021

How providers’ industry-specific cloud offerings impact IT

Vertical industry offerings are a trend among the leading cloud providers. IT teams will have to learn to adapt to the complications and changes these efforts will spark.

By Erik Sherman • Feb. 17, 2021

Cloud computing conferences in 2021 you won’t want to miss

Cloud industry players are preparing to showcase the latest developments at digital and in-person events this year. Plan your next round of cloud conferences with this guide.

By Sarah Neenan • Feb. 16, 2021

Channel relationships shift as cloud storage expands

As MSPs look to harness the advantages of cloud storage, they must also articulate the value they provide and enter into a regimen of nonstop training and certification.

By John Moore • Feb. 12, 2021

The Elasticsearch sideshow and why Algolia is the better bet

Elastic and AWS continue to make headlines over their licensing dispute, but the bickering avoids an important question: Is Elasticsearch still the right tool for the job?

By Joe Emison • Feb. 11, 2021

IBM-Palantir pact speeds AI app delivery for hybrid clouds

The new Palantir IBM Cloud Pak for Data is designed to help inexperienced users create AI-based applications that can work across multiple hybrid cloud platforms.

By Ed Scannell • Feb. 10, 2021