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Evaluate when to use added AWS Step Functions actions

Additional functionality for AWS Step Functions simplifies workflow implementation and calls for less custom code. Consider the features and uses of the various integrations.

By Ernesto Marquez • March 28, 2019

Azure Anomaly Detector service spots business data deviations

Microsoft's Anomaly Detector service for Azure applies AI to customers' time-series data sets to find deviations or patterns that suggest problems. But humans still have the final say.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 27, 2019

Words to go: AWS databases

AWS has an expansive list of database services. Check out these brief overviews of each one to avoid confusion and get a sense for which could meet your IT demands.

By Sarah Neenan • March 27, 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.

By Zachary Flower • March 27, 2019

Updated Microsoft Azure certifications emphasize IT roles

Microsoft revamped its public cloud certifications in a move away from holistic skill sets. Review the newly tailored exams you'll need to take to get the Azure seal of approval.

By Mike Pfeiffer • March 26, 2019

Amazon FSx vs. EFS: Compare the AWS file services

The overlap between Amazon FSx and EFS makes it difficult to determine which will be a better fit for your organization. Learn the major differences between the two managed file services, from usage and storage volumes to pricing and more.

By Kurt Marko • March 26, 2019

Oracle layoffs underpin its IaaS ambitions

Oracle plans further investments in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, but to do so it has cut jobs and made plans to hire fresh talent to support its cloud business.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 25, 2019

Manage public cloud storage for optimal performance, costs

Storage is one of the most commonly used resources on public clouds, which means admins should be well-versed in performance and cost optimization strategies. Use these expert tips to get started.

By Kathleen Casey • March 25, 2019

Google Cloud taps into VMware vRealize for hybrid deployments

Google Cloud is now tied into VMware vRealize through a plug-in that enables users to manage on-premises VMware workloads alongside cloud services such as Google Kubernetes Engine and Cloud SQL from Google Cloud.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 22, 2019

AWS Direct Connect tiers address planned network spikes

AWS Direct Connect pivots toward higher bandwidth requirements and cuts prices on lower tiers to handle customers' seasonal workload peaks and make AWS stickier overall.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 21, 2019

Kick-start your app migration strategy with these best practices

As the cloud becomes more popular, most enterprises will need a migration strategy. Before they move to the public cloud, companies should step back and assess their applications and migration methods.

By Sara Grier • March 21, 2019

Strike a cost-performance balance in microservices deployment

To successfully deploy microservices in the cloud, IT teams should beware of these four common mistakes around resource locations, service selection and more.

By Tom Nolle • March 21, 2019

Turbonomic updates ease multi-cloud management, cut costs

Turbonomic's latest update focuses on not just ensuring cloud application performance but keeping the cost of cloud management in check.

By Ed Scannell • March 20, 2019

How to set up a CI/CD pipeline in the Azure DevOps console

Follow the steps in this how-to video from Matt Browne of TechSnips to quickly get your web app up and running on Microsoft Azure with a CI/CD pipeline.

By Trevor Jones • March 20, 2019

Cloud optimization hinges on smart instance size selection

App performance can suffer from poorly sized instances, the wrong instance type for the workload and other setbacks. Use these techniques and tools to optimize cloud operations.

By George Lawton • March 20, 2019

Expansions to VMware Cloud on AWS continue hybrid cloud push

Wider availability of VMware Cloud on AWS to 13 worldwide regions, along with VMware's adjusted software release cadence, reflects the realities of the cloud and hybrid cloud world.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 19, 2019

5 expert tips to stay on top of cloud container technologies

Our experts weigh in on the container deployment models in the cloud and offer advice for how to avoid some common pitfalls for organizations as they get started with the technology.

By Trevor Jones • March 19, 2019

Maximize Amazon S3 reliability with shrewd choices

IT organizations moving to AWS might have data protection concerns. However, with replication across regions and versioning available, savvy S3 users get increased data reliability.

By Stephen Bigelow • March 18, 2019

Google Cloud outages resolved, but stakes still high for users

Several Google Cloud services suffered some recent hiccups, but analysts gave the service provider high marks for quick resolution and transparency.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 15, 2019

Accelerate data migration with AWS DataSync

Dig into the details of AWS DataSync, such as deployment options and availability. Compare it to similar AWS services and see how it can fit into an organization's cloud strategy.

By Kurt Marko • March 15, 2019

Gogo’s migration to AWS doesn’t mean lock-in

In-flight broadband service provider Gogo has joined other companies with an all-in cloud push toward AWS, while keeping an eye on portability and its long-term options.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 14, 2019

Cloudability

Cloudability is a software vendor that provides financial management tools for monitoring and analyzing cloud computing costs.

By Kathleen Casey • March 14, 2019

What are the two types of hybrid cloud infrastructure?

Hybrid cloud designs are shifting as public cloud providers push on premises with alternatives to a two-vendor approach. Learn the pros and cons of heterogeneous and homogeneous models.

By David Linthicum • March 13, 2019

AWS Elasticsearch distro stokes open source competitive fires

The new AWS-backed Open Distro for Elasticsearch may constitute a fork of the popular distributed search and systems analytics engine. What it means for customers is yet to come.

By Chris Kanaracus • March 12, 2019

Understand AI and machine learning security impacts on cloud apps

Cloud-based machine learning can alleviate and aggravate security concerns. Review analysis and advice from our experts to stay on top of this emerging aspect of IT.

By Trevor Jones • March 11, 2019