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Enterprises identify 10 essential DevOps tools

Products branded with DevOps are everywhere, and the list of options grows every day, but the best DevOps tools are already well-known among enterprise IT pros.

By Beth Pariseau • Feb. 16, 2018

Hype for future of container development gets dose of reality

Realistic timelines have replaced the big promises of container disruption. Virtualization administrators should expect security and microservices features as the market matures.

By Jim O'Reilly • Feb. 15, 2018

Meet these SCVMM 2016 requirements before upgrading

Before upgrading to SCVMM 2016, ensure that you meet its hardware requirements, including SCVMM 2012 R2 and Update Rollup 9 or later, and have a supported version of SQL Server.

By Nirmal Sharma • Feb. 15, 2018

VMware NSX integration push ramps up to reinforce IT ties

With tighter integration between its NSX and its cloud and virtualization offerings, VMware aims to reinforce its networking chops with enterprise IT.

By Ed Scannell • Feb. 14, 2018

Cloud ops doesn’t solve your problems, it creates new ones

There are many reasons to consider a cloud migration, but if you expect to cut costs or dramatically ease management, you'll be disappointed.

By Brian Kirsch • Feb. 14, 2018

Preserve Hyper-V security from Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities

Protect Hyper-V VMs from Meltdown and Spectre security vulnerabilities, and install patches from Microsoft. Watch out for future revisions, performance impacts and recalls.

By Rob McShinsky • Feb. 14, 2018

Options for server management tools expand to meet IT needs

Not only do admins have to contend with a mix of server OSes, there are diverse scenarios to complicate their management. Learn about the tools worth exploring for administration.

By Richard Siddaway • Feb. 14, 2018

CPU bugs add to IT stress as February Patch Tuesday drops

Administrators who rushed out fixes in January for the Meltdown and Spectre flaws then had to unwind some of those corrections after additional problems occurred.

By Tom Walat • Feb. 13, 2018

Small business virtualization grows in mature market

Virtualization isn't only for large enterprises anymore. New technology at cheaper prices has made SMB virtualization practical, while increased competition has made it necessary.

By Brian Kirsch • Feb. 13, 2018

Live-migrate Hyper-V VMs in and outside a failover cluster

PowerShell commands save time and enable admins to migrate multiple VMs outside a Hyper-V failover cluster from one host to another, as well as VMs inside the cluster between nodes.

By Nirmal Sharma • Feb. 13, 2018

Container adoption stats reveal a ramp up in production

There's a 50/50 chance your IT organization will provision and support container-based applications by 2020. See how organizations approach container deployment, including how much they need to spend.

By Dave Bernard • Feb. 12, 2018

Customize a Hyper-V network adapter for security, performance

Look beyond basic network adapter settings in Hyper-V to enable features like IPsec task offloading, DHCP guard, protected networks, port mirroring and NIC teaming, among others.

By Brien Posey • Feb. 12, 2018

Salary snapshot: It’s a very good time to be a DevOps pro

In 2017, the number of job postings for DevOps jumped 15% over the previous year, and salaries increased, too. Do you have today's most in-demand skills?

By Valerie Silverthorne • Feb. 12, 2018

Automation and orchestration elevate scripts from helpful to essential

Did you automate a server update, only to realize another script for configuration compliance has to run first? Orchestration tidies up the messy piles of automation that grow out of IT scripting.

By Adam Bertram • Feb. 9, 2018

How do I build data protection policies in SCDPM 2016?

One size does not fit all when administrators develop a protection policy for specific applications. Learn about the configuration options in System Center DPM 2016.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 9, 2018

Forget grassroots: Why the CIO must be today’s DevOps leader

DevOps from the ground up sounds like a great idea. Too bad it won't work, at least in an enterprise. David Savage explains why the CIO must lead the DevOps journey.

By David Savage • Feb. 9, 2018

New Office 365 administrators grapple with challenges

More enterprises mulling the move to Office 365 should factor in the adjustments necessary to get the IT department up to speed to manage the platform properly.

By Reda Chouffani • Feb. 8, 2018

Follow these VM network configuration best practices

Set up and operate a VM network using proven strategies to ensure security and performance. With a little planning, virtualization admins can avoid potential issues down the road.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 8, 2018

Network security features available in a virtual switch

Virtual switch security is achieved through a number of features. Virtualization admins can create and enforce policies, lock down MAC addresses and block forged traffic from VMs.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 7, 2018

NIC teaming software enables load balancing and failover

Load balancing and failover capabilities help optimize performance and achieve resiliency in your virtual infrastructure. Learn how NIC teaming provides both functionalities.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 6, 2018

Three ChatOps examples demonstrate DevOps efficiency

IT collaboration tools are taking center stage in DevOps shops, where they create an environment of connection -- to applications, to peer knowledge and to automation tools.

By Kurt Marko • Feb. 5, 2018

Create a self-signed certificate to control PowerShell scripts

Signing code ensures that every change is official and approved. This helps to prevent errors and security breaches. Write a PowerShell self-signed certificate for code testing.

By Stuart Burns • Feb. 5, 2018

Navigate different network ports, from physical to virtual

Physical network ports, virtual network ports, uplink ports and group ports all have different functions in virtual infrastructures. Learn more with this in-depth breakdown.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 5, 2018

What are some considerations for a public folders migration?

Contemplating a move to Exchange Online? Be sure you know what you're in for when shifting on-premises features, such as public folders, into Microsoft's cloud.

By Tom Walat • Feb. 2, 2018

Kubernetes hybrid cloud emerges from Google-Cisco partnership

A Kubernetes partnership from Cisco and Google widens IT pros' container orchestration options in hybrid cloud deployments, but its advantages depend on future software integrations.

By Beth Pariseau • Feb. 2, 2018