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Are there tools or platforms that support AWS Firecracker?

Although there are a handful of tools to help run Firecracker more easily, admins might find issues with the lack of major tool integration for the software.

By Stephen Bigelow • Aug. 2, 2019

Can I install Ansible for Windows system management?

Even though Ansible has its roots in open source software and Linux, is it possible to use the configuration management tool for Windows environments?

By Stuart Burns • Aug. 2, 2019

SaaS management tool eases merger transition for IT

When European car-sharing startup Drivy becomes Getaround this fall, a SaaS management tool will integrate the two companies' IT systems, an increasingly common need for businesses.

By Beth Pariseau • July 31, 2019

Weigh infrastructure as code risks against the benefits

Infrastructure as code can transform the modern data center, but maintain a healthy dose of caution -- and thorough documentation and testing environments -- to prevent chaos.

By Brian Kirsch • July 31, 2019

GitOps path puts CI/CD ahead of infrastructure automation

Which comes first -- automated app deployment pipelines, or automated infrastructures on which to deploy? At GitOps shop Procore, the answer is emphatically the former.

By Beth Pariseau • July 30, 2019

Check Office 365 usage reports for user adoption insights

Microsoft gives administrators access to many Office 365 reports to pinpoint ways to improve user adoption rates and tighten up potential security leaks.

By Reda Chouffani • July 30, 2019

Compare Linkerd vs. Istio for service mesh technology

To decide between Istio and Linkerd for a service mesh platform, consider everything from performance and ease of use to support from major public cloud providers.

By Tom Nolle • July 29, 2019

BizDevOps tools await enterprise maturity

PagerDuty, Splunk and other vendors have added BizDevOps features to their IT management tools, but if they build it, will enterprises come?

By Beth Pariseau • July 26, 2019

Check out this free chapter excerpt from ITIL 4 -- A Pocket Guide

In ITIL 4 -- A Pocket Guide, author Jan van Bon walks readers through the core updates to the ITSM framework, and how they apply to the modern enterprise IT landscape.

By Emily Mell • July 26, 2019

Kubernetes authentication project wrestles with migration problems

GKE users like the Workload Identity feature for Kubernetes authentication with GCP services, but similar improvements to core cluster security present a potential market-wide migration headache.

By Beth Pariseau • July 25, 2019

How do I obtain, deploy and update AWS Firecracker?

Firecracker can assist admins with creating and operating micro VMs, but improper installation and updates can cause potential issues.

By Stephen Bigelow • July 25, 2019

Apply automation for streamlined IT asset management

Without accurate data, IT asset management processes fail. But, with automation and self-service capabilities, admins can efficiently track assets -- from onboarding to end of life.

By Stuart Burns • July 25, 2019

Compliance-as-code tool hits DevSecOps sweet spot for MSP

There are almost as many tools to assist with DevSecOps as there are definitions for the term – how one managed service provider that serves federal agencies chose a compliance-as-code vendor.

By Beth Pariseau • July 24, 2019

What are micro VMs and how do they benefit data centers?

When used together, VMs and containers can provide key benefits to an admin's workload, such as isolation and security, without having to deal with typical disadvantages.

By Stephen Bigelow • July 24, 2019

When to use a micro VM, container or full VM

Choosing among VMs, containers or micro VMs depends on workload isolation and security needs, and admins should understand the different use cases before making a decision.

By Stephen Bigelow • July 24, 2019

Use PowerShell printer management for quicker setups

Don't fiddle with printer configurations and tiresome upkeep work from the GUI when you can automate a lot of the tediousness with PowerShell.

By Dan Franciscus • July 24, 2019

ManageEngine Analytics Plus upgrades with AI assistant Zia

With Zia, IT teams can ask questions via voice or text to quickly access data and insight. Available with ManageEngine Analytics Plus, the AI intends to increase productivity.

By Sabrina Polin • July 23, 2019

How to plot out an Office 365 tenant-to-tenant migration

IT pros in organizations on Office 365 that undergo a merger or acquisition will have their work cut out for them to successfully execute a data migration plan between tenants.

By Nathan O'Bryan • July 22, 2019

Construct a solid Active Directory password policy

Most user authentication still relies on a strong password to keep attackers at bay. Here's how to keep your guard up without adding to your administrative workload.

By Tim Warner • July 19, 2019

Kubernetes policy project takes enterprise IT by storm

A Kubernetes-friendly compliance as code project hosted by the CNCF has caught on among large enterprises in the first half of 2019, largely through word of mouth.

By Beth Pariseau • July 19, 2019

Container deployment considerations for successful implementation

Containers can be useful for specific workloads but admins should consider certain factors, such as security and portability needs, before taking a containerized approach over VMs.

By Stefani Muñoz • July 19, 2019

5 Kubernetes adoption considerations you should think about

Understand the basics of Kubernetes, including how it works and its pros and cons, before deciding whether or not to adopt. Then, figure out how you plan to manage it.

By Allyson Larcom • July 19, 2019

Combine Puppet and Chocolatey to drive Windows DevOps

Through the use of Puppet and Chocolatey side by side, Windows IT professionals can use Linux-like DevOps tools to automate the deployment and configuration of their systems.

By Dan Franciscus • July 19, 2019

PKI authentication explained: The basics for IT administrators

Public key infrastructure is part and parcel of modern digital business, from secure communications to data transmission and beyond. Admins must understand PKI to optimize its benefits.

By Stuart Burns • July 18, 2019

Effectively manage containers and improve workload performance

Containers are increasingly popular, so it's vital that admins understand the tools available and learn how to manage containers before deploying them in production environments.

By Stefani Muñoz • July 18, 2019