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Tackle Kubernetes observability with the right metrics

Observability is a natural extension of IT monitoring -- and container environments only get more complicated. Use the right metrics for the greatest return.

By Prateek Singh • March 17, 2021

Build a Windows Server 2019 file server cluster for stability

Learn how to use the clustering tools provided by the Microsoft server OS to create a highly available file server to avoid downtime if disaster strikes.

By Brien Posey • March 17, 2021

Run a DevOps Dojo to improve training and culture

DevOps continues to reshape organizations through efficiency and collaboration. See why a DevOps Dojo is the next priority for your business.

By Adam Bertram • March 15, 2021

Energy company swaps index cards, Excel for DevSecOps

Manually tracking thousands of cloud connections was unsustainable for a $36 billion energy company, forcing a cultural and technical shift to DevSecOps.

By Beth Pariseau • March 12, 2021

Mendix dumps cluttered DevOps monitoring tools for Datadog

The IT teams that run Mendix PaaS sped up incident response by tossing out a confusing mix of DevOps monitoring tools and settling on one vendor.

By Beth Pariseau • March 11, 2021

Kong service mesh paid version eases policy management pain

IT pros could cobble together an open source service mesh with Open Policy Agent on their own, but Kong Mesh will let them skip that struggle for a price.

By Beth Pariseau • March 10, 2021

Exchange Server issues loom over March Patch Tuesday

For many organizations that rely on Exchange for reasons in addition to email, a move to a more secure messaging platform is not an option.

By Tom Walat • March 10, 2021

6 virtual server management best practices

When overseeing virtual servers, take advantage of self-service VM management, VM templates, monitoring tools and permissions groups to ease the management burden.

By Rob Bastiaansen • March 9, 2021

Nvidia launches integrated AI platform for VMware vSphere 7

Making good on their promise last fall, Nvidia and VMware have delivered a platform allowing vSphere 7 users to run the next generation of AI-based applications.

By Ed Scannell • March 9, 2021

The keys to an efficient help desk staffing model

Hiring skilled staff alone to fill help desk roles is not enough to improve workflows. Learn how to unlock a help desk's full potential with these tips.

By Brian Kirsch • March 8, 2021

Top 10 disadvantages of server virtualization

Server virtualization is lauded for its flexibility, improved productivity and more efficient resource provisioning, but the technology is not without its drawbacks.

By Rich Castagna • March 8, 2021

Prisma Cloud hatches DevSecOps plans for Bridgecrew

Palo Alto Networks will add Bridgecrew DevSecOps tools to Prisma Cloud and open its considerable coffers to fund the new acquisition's infrastructure-as-code projects.

By Beth Pariseau • March 5, 2021

Linkerd ‘opt-in,’ developer accessibility sway IT pros

Not every enterprise needs the detailed configurability of Istio service mesh, and devs can unobtrusively experiment with Linkerd alongside other Kubernetes workloads.

By Beth Pariseau • March 5, 2021

Prepare for successful container adoption with these tips

Enterprises all over the world are making containerized applications a central focus. Learn why your IT organization should be next, and how to prepare.

By Kerry Doyle • March 5, 2021

Containers vs. VMs: What are the key differences?

Containers have rapidly come into focus as a popular option for deploying applications, but they have limitations and are fundamentally different than VMs.

By Stephen Bigelow • March 4, 2021

Microsoft Cloud App Security aims to expand your defenses

Data center security tools have little control over the plethora of SaaS apps used in the enterprise. A Microsoft offering attempts to bridge that gap to ward off threats.

By Reda Chouffani • March 4, 2021

8 certifications and courses for admins, DevOps and IT ops pros

With a few years of experience now on your resume, it's time to boost or validate those skills you've gained. Explore these courses and certifications for one that fits your goals.

By Alyssa Fallon • March 4, 2021

CPRA compliance creates complications for IT ops

Data compliance only gets tougher as new privacy protection laws are passed. California's privacy regulations mean IT ops teams must reconfigure their data collection processes.

By Chris Tozzi • March 3, 2021

Learn the differences between VM snapshot vs. backup

When admins build their VM management and DR strategy, they must understand the differences between backups and snapshots to ensure they don't lose valuable VM data.

By Robert Sheldon • March 2, 2021

Optimize Windows Server 2019 with file server best practices

A file server deployment must satisfy the needs of both the end user and the IT staff. Tune up Windows Server for a secure and performant repository for your critical data.

By Brien Posey • March 2, 2021

How to perform a Hyper-V to VMware migration

Before you migrate from Hyper-V to VMware, you should take a comprehensive inventory, set an agreed-upon schedule and communicate the potential effects to all relevant parties.

By Stuart Burns • March 2, 2021

3 DevSecOps trends to keep an eye on

The future of DevSecOps isn't set, but these trends are shaping its course. Learn what changes -- and risks -- your IT organization should prepare for.

By Kurt Marko • Feb. 26, 2021

Istio service mesh users tackle real-world integration

Once IT pros set up Istio in production, they face an even bigger challenge: expanding it to the rest of the IT infrastructure, from multi-cluster environments to VMs.

By Beth Pariseau • Feb. 26, 2021

Learn to use a PowerShell call function from another script

Don't use the same lines of code in several places in your scripts. Learn how to use functions and reap the benefits of a more streamlined approach.

By Anthony Howell • Feb. 26, 2021

10 benefits of server virtualization for businesses

Server virtualization has come a long way since the early 2000s. It's not only good for large enterprise data centers; smaller IT shops can also realize its many benefits.

By Rich Castagna • Feb. 26, 2021