Cloud deployment and architecture
Cloud service providers offer myriad options, from infrastructure to software to platforms. To make informed decisions about cloud deployment and architecture, organizations must know how to choose the resources that suit their workloads and budgets. That could mean adoption of a hybrid or even a multi-cloud architecture.
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02 Dec 2024
Best practices for rightsizing EC2 instances
EC2 instances that are improperly sized drain money and restrict performance on workloads. Learn how rightsizing EC2 instances can optimize costs with these best practices. Continue Reading
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20 Nov 2024
12-step checklist for cloud migration success
Ready to move your on-premises apps to the cloud? From rehosting vs. redesigning to testing and monitoring, follow these key steps for a successful cloud migration. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2021
Get started on Azure with this developers guide for beginners
Developers using Microsoft Azure have a wide array of cloud services to choose from. Use this guide to understand basic tools and deployment approaches to get started on the platform. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2021
Explore edge computing services in the cloud
Learn what you need to know about edge computing and how it compares to cloud computing. Also, discover related management and deployment services from top providers. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2021
Compare AWS Lambda vs. Azure Functions vs. Google Cloud Functions
Trying to find the right serverless service? Evaluate differences in price, language support and deployment models for AWS Lambda, Azure Functions and Google Cloud Functions. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
10 Aug 2021
4 common traps to avoid in a multi-cloud strategy
Multi-cloud strategies are popular, but they do require planning and management. Review some ways to sidestep these four potential pitfalls. Continue Reading
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04 Aug 2021
3 delivery models for 5G and MEC
To enhance network capabilities, enterprises will need to consolidate 5G and MEC technologies in the future. Following a deployment model is the first step. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2021
Dive into DigitalOcean Droplets and App Platform
DigitalOcean vies with AWS, Azure and others by targeting developers and startups. See what it has to offer and how it competes with other VM instances and PaaS tools. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2021
HPE bolsters GreenLake with support for Microsoft Azure Stack
HPE took another step toward its goal of being mainly a software-as-a-services company by 2022 with new services for GreenLake and several partnerships, including Microsoft. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2021
Oracle offers on-premise support discount for cloud buyers
Oracle's latest bid to attract customer workloads to its public cloud involves discounts on traditional software license maintenance and support fees. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
15 Jun 2021
Invest in cloud security to future-proof your organization
The cloud has opened many opportunities for enterprises to maintain operations during the pandemic, but it has also created numerous security challenges that must be addressed. Continue Reading
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24 May 2021
Pandemic-fueled cloud rush causes cost optimization woes
Amid the rise in cloud adoption prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, enterprises seek to contain and optimize costs through practices such as FinOps. Continue Reading
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14 May 2021
Compare VMware cloud offerings for AWS, Azure and Google
With VMware cloud offerings, enterprises can integrate on-premises and public cloud infrastructures into a common IT environment. Explore the offerings from AWS, Azure and Google. Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2021
IBM hybrid cloud, AI offerings ease data integration
IBM rolled out new hybrid cloud and AI offerings this week, while CEO Arvind Krishna offered his vision for how those technologies will reshape business. Continue Reading
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11 May 2021
IBM hangs its hopes on hybrid clouds, AI to revive growth
After a decade of stagnant growth, IBM is betting all of its chips that hybrid clouds, new partnerships and AI will catapult it to a more competitive position. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2021
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. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 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. Continue Reading
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Answer
22 Mar 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. Continue Reading
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15 Mar 2021
Cloudflare vs. Amazon CloudFront: Which CDN is right for you?
Review the similarities and differences between CloudFront and Cloudflare to help your IT team choose between these two popular CDN services. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Feb 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? Continue Reading
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News
10 Feb 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. Continue Reading
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02 Feb 2021
Amazon CEO Bezos to step down; AWS' Jassy will take reins
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos will step down from his role later this year. He will be succeeded by AWS CEO Andy Jassy, in a move some observers have expected. Continue Reading
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02 Feb 2021
What you need to know to manage multiple AWS accounts
Explore AWS services and best practices that can optimize multi-account management across your organization. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2021
IBM acquisition spree targets hybrid cloud consulting market
Acquiring five providers specializing in cloud-based consulting and managed services since November, IBM wants to make it easier for users to move workloads across multiple clouds. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Jan 2021
Cloud providers jockey for 2021 market share
AWS and Microsoft still dominate the cloud market, but Google, IBM and Oracle aren't without merit. Learn where each provider excels to find your perfect match. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2020
Amazon Kendra vs. Elasticsearch Service: What's the difference?
Amazon Elasticsearch Service and Amazon Kendra both handle search, but that's about where the similarities end. Learn how and when to use each AWS offering for your application. Continue Reading
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11 Dec 2020
Colocation vs. cloud: What are the key differences?
An organization can host a private cloud in a colocation facility, but using the colocation facility isn't the same as building a private cloud; the two are exceedingly different. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2020
HPE GreenLake delivers high performance computing cloud
Looking to protect its advantage in the HPC market, HPE showed off a series of cloud services to be delivered via its GreenLake cloud platform. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2020
What the critics get wrong about serverless costs
While critics say serverless is an expensive, clunky way to deploy software, it really isn't -- if you use it right. Let's debunk some myths around the costs of using serverless. Continue Reading
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30 Nov 2020
Multi-cloud networking -- how to choose the right path
There are a couple ways to connect the disparate pieces of a multi-cloud architecture. Review your networking options and choose the best fit for your environment. Continue Reading
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16 Nov 2020
An AWS re:Invent 2020 handbook: What you need to know
Re:Invent is more accessible than ever now that it's virtual, but recreating opportunities for networking could prove difficult. Check out these tips to get ready for the show. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2020
Reevaluate your cloud computing pandemic strategy
If you jumped to the cloud at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, without much long-term planning, take some time now to evaluate your current cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2020
How to negotiate with Oracle for a better cloud deal
Set your organization up for a successful cloud deal. Learn the challenges you'll need to overcome with these insights on Oracle's cloud sales strategy from ClearEdge Partners. Continue Reading
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30 Oct 2020
Edge computing strategies will determine the next cloud frontier
The public cloud providers closed the 2010s as one of the dominant forces in IT, but they'll face competition in the 2020s from networking and telco vendors at the edge. Continue Reading
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16 Oct 2020
How 5G could change cloud computing
The major cloud providers have embraced the push for 5G in the cloud with partnerships and offerings. Learn about the benefits and early limitations of 5G in the cloud. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2020
Evaluate SaaS integration tools for IaaS-hosted apps
SaaS tools can enhance applications hosted on AWS, Microsoft Azure and other public clouds, but they also present integration challenges. See which tools can ease those burdens. Continue Reading
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Quiz
05 Oct 2020
Test your knowledge of microservices architectures
Review microservices basics. Take this short quiz on microservices to find out how much you really know about this approach to application architectures and app development. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2020
How public cloud vendors tackle confidential computing
Confidential computing is an emerging cloud technology, and the major cloud platforms have all addressed it with different strategies around usability and scale. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Sep 2020
An introduction to Alibaba cloud offerings
Learn about the fourth largest public cloud provider with this look at some of Alibaba's core computing, networking, storage and database offerings. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2020
Microsoft's Azure Arc reaches GA milestone
Microsoft has delivered a key component of Azure Arc -- the ability to manage Windows and Linux-based virtual and physical servers in on-premises environments and rival clouds. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Top 6 complexity challenges of operating a cloud at scale
It's not unusual for enterprises to scale their applications to meet demand, but they need to be aware of the associated cloud complexity issues. Look out for these six common problems. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2020
New Red Hat Marketplace pushes OpenShift to hybrid clouds
A new Red Hat marketplace is a one-stop shop for 50 OpenShift-certified applications that can operate like cloud services. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2020
Examine the cloud industry's response to GDPR and CCPA compliance
Explore the cloud industry's response to the GDPR and CCPA requirements and learn what types of organizations these governance policies have affected so far. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Sep 2020
Unlocking the 'better normal' with hybrid cloud services
Kalyan Kumar breaks down why companies looking toward their digital transformation journey should consider a hybrid cloud approach, minimizing business disruption. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2020
Guide to Google Anthos architecture and management
Explore the essential concepts that make Google Anthos work, including environs and groupings. Learn how to set up this Kubernetes-powered hybrid and multi-cloud platform. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
10 cloud computing myths debunked
A range of public cloud misconceptions -- including those related to security and cost -- give enterprise adopters the wrong idea. Read on to dispel the myths and get the truth. Continue Reading
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03 Aug 2020
Here's what you need to know about cloud observability
What's the difference between monitoring and observability? Learn what observability means in the context of cloud and why it's important to the health of your application. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2020
Compare on-premises migration to cloud server migration
A cloud migration is not too different from an on-premises server-to-server migration. Compare the two processes before you organize and implement your plan. Continue Reading
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24 Jul 2020
When should my company use cloud arbitrage?
Organizations can escape vendor lock-in with a cloud arbitrage model. However, it requires an upfront investment and a solid understanding of the limitations of this approach. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2020
Explore the benefits of multi-cloud -- and the drawbacks
The use of multi-cloud is trending up, but is it right for your workloads and business? Review the advantages and disadvantages with Gartner expert Daryl Plummer. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2020
Compare hybrid clouds: AWS Outposts vs. Azure Stack vs. Google Anthos
Azure Stack, AWS Outposts and Google Anthos all have similar objectives but operate in different ways. Find out which hybrid cloud platform offers the right model for your company. Continue Reading
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14 Jul 2020
Evaluate the top hybrid cloud providers
There are a few different ways you can go with hybrid cloud platforms. Take a look at the top offerings and overall strategy from IaaS vendors and other large infrastructure providers. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2020
Why enterprises choose multi-cloud environments
Multi-cloud environments have become more popular with enterprises, but this isn't a vendor lock-in issue. Find out how and why enterprises adopt multi-cloud computing. Continue Reading
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Infographic
30 Jun 2020
A beginner's guide to cloud computing basics
Cloud computing is complex. Use this infographic to understand the fundamentals, like how it contrasts with other computing models and the differences between IaaS, PaaS and SaaS. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2020
Review the top sessions from recent cloud conferences
Build your own cloud conference from home. Watch sessions from the past year to learn about modern application architecture, cloud security, machine learning and cost management. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2020
Cloud lock-in fears aren't as prevalent as you might think
Enterprises are using multiple clouds, but not because they're afraid of lock-in. See why they're being smarter about cloud selection and forgoing portability in favor of speed. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2020
HPE adds a little edge to its cloud services strategy
HPE took another step toward being an as-a-service company with several new cloud services that the company claims make it easier for users to connect the cloud to edge devices. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jun 2020
The pros and cons of adding edge computing to a cloud architecture
Edge computing won't make sense for every IoT device or workload. Follow these edge computing examples to know where and when you should use it as part of your cloud architecture. Continue Reading
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28 May 2020
Step-by-step guide to develop an AWS runbook
Runbooks enable anyone on the team to execute a task and jump in when things go wrong. Learn how to create one to handle repetitive tasks like monitoring and incident response. Continue Reading
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22 May 2020
Compare the 3 types of private cloud
Private cloud isn't on-prem computing, but it can be. And on-prem IT isn't private cloud, but it can be. IT teams have many choices for private cloud, even within the public cloud. Continue Reading
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08 May 2020
Gain a broad view of cloud optimization
Cloud optimization is a broad discipline that involves much more than just cost. Learn why performance, reliability and sustainability should also play a role in an optimization strategy. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2020
Big Blue weaves Red Hat OpenShift into the IBM Cloud
With versions available on its Z and Power servers, IBM's delivery of Red Hat OpenShift for the IBM Cloud underlines the strategic importance of the cloud orchestration platform. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2020
How to close the cloud skills gap at your enterprise
If your business struggles to hire IT pros with cloud experience, consider training your internal staff instead and create a supportive culture to get everyone on the same page. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2020
Review hybrid cloud offerings that bring the cloud on premises
Check out this roundup of hybrid cloud tools and services from AWS, Microsoft and Google that extend public cloud platforms into on-premises environments. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2020
How to address and mitigate serverless security issues
There are two major security implications of serverless cloud infrastructure: secure coding and identity and access management. Uncover best practices to mitigate these risks. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2020
Support remote workers with front-end cloud computing
If a company has a lot of remote workers, a standard VPN might not be able to do the job. More companies are turning to cloud computing front ends to ensure secure remote access. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2020
The future of quantum computing in the cloud
Quantum computing is the latest technology to catch the eyes of developers and cloud providers like AWS and Microsoft, but analysts predict it could still be years away from practical use. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2020
Overcome these common cloud bursting challenges
Cloud bursting might seem like a great way to handle traffic spikes, but it's rife with complications. Still, it's not impossible. Incorporate these strategies in your IT plans to get your hybrid cloud up and running. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2020
4 hybrid cloud use cases that can help enterprises
A hybrid cloud can be more trouble than it's worth, but that doesn't mean your IT team shouldn't consider it. Learn about the most common examples where this approach makes sense. Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2020
The trouble with cloud evaluations amid too many choices
Enterprises are inundated by choices in the cloud, but don't let the deluge stop your IT team from analyzing what's available. Make experimentation a regular part of your plans. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2020
What to make of AWS' multi-cloud strategy, or lack thereof
AWS eventually caved when it came to hybrid cloud. Some experts and partners say the same will happen with its multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2020
Know these edge computing challenges before you invest
Public clouds are hubs for edge and IoT workloads, but they're still limited in terms of cost, connectivity and security. See what you need to know before you start an IoT project. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Mar 2020
The 2020 cloud acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make
The major cloud providers offer a wide range of services, but they're far from perfect. Here are the 2020 acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make to shore up their platforms. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2020
Compare serverless tools and services in the public cloud
Don't let your IT teams get consumed by infrastructure management tasks. Review these serverless compute offerings for more efficient application development. Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2020
New Dell hybrid cloud pricing offers VxRail by subscription
Dell will offer monthly VxRail subscriptions in hopes of appealing to customers that want a more flexible way to create and pay for hybrid and private cloud environments. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2020
Get to know cloud IoT services on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud
Use this rundown of IoT offerings from AWS, Microsoft and Google to help decide which best suits your needs for collecting, processing and analyzing device data in the cloud. Continue Reading
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21 Feb 2020
Don't miss these multi-cloud management tools and tips
Multi-cloud adoption is growing throughout the IT industry. Boost your multi-cloud strategy with third-party tools for management, container orchestration, infrastructure automation and more. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2020
Cloud conferences to watch out for in 2020
Cloud professionals need to keep up with the latest strategies. If you're looking to attend a few cloud conferences in 2020, these are the ones worth packing your bags for. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2020
Lessons corporate users can learn from FedRAMP
FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to cloud security across the U.S. federal government, but it can also serve as a guidepost for corporations in search of better practices. Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2020
Google Cloud adds mainframe migration expertise via acquisition
Google Cloud's push into large enterprise accounts continues with the acquisition of Cornerstone, but IBM has taken steps to protect its System Z installed base. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2020
Oracle-Microsoft partnership to connect clouds expands to EU
Oracle and Microsoft have added to their cloud interconnect strategy with the addition of a high-speed, private connection between Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and Azure in the EU. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2020
The hybrid cloud challenge CIOs need to address
Your IT team needs a standardized approach to application development to truly benefit from a hybrid cloud. Containers and Kubernetes may be the key to making that happen. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2020
How to carefully plan a database migration to the cloud
Plenty of organizations decide to migrate databases to the cloud. Is it the right move? Consider application type, provider lock-in and the appeal of cloud-specific features. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2020
4 common cloud migration challenges and how to avoid them
Ready to move to the cloud? Review these common mistakes users tend to make when moving data, and avoid them during your cloud migration. Continue Reading
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03 Feb 2020
How to build a successful cloud migration plan in 3 steps
Migrating to the cloud is not a simple task. Not all workloads benefit from the move, so hammer out a solid cloud migration strategy first. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2020
IBM CEO shakeup puts technologist Krishna at Big Blue's helm
Longtime executive Arvind Krishna will replace IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Red Hat CEO Jim Whitehurst has been named IBM president. Analysts expect them to make AI acquisitions. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2020
5 tips to optimize your hybrid cloud management
Hybrid can be an appealing -- yet daunting -- cloud architecture for IT teams looking for flexibility. Review these five best practices to ensure you maximize the benefits without compromising your workloads. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2020
Multi-cloud adoption is the future, so be prepared
The move towards multi-cloud is imminent for most enterprises, according to IDC. Find out what this means for organizations and how they will need to adapt. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2020
5 cloud database comparison tips to guide your data strategy
Catch up on these tips that compare the strengths, weakness and available integrations of popular public cloud database and analytics services from AWS, Microsoft and Google. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2020
Reduce cloud latency for remote employees and offices
Latency remains an issue for cloud users with remote facilities. See how SD-WAN and satellites can improve network performance for enterprises with distributed workers and offices. Continue Reading
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13 Jan 2020
Prepare your data center for a hybrid cloud strategy
On-premises assets and public cloud resources won't work together without a clear hybrid cloud strategy. Learn how to prepare your on-premises architecture for hybrid cloud. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2020
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure SVP shares 2020 growth strategy
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure isn't just about IaaS, but all levels of the cloud. That's the message Oracle SVP Steve Daheb gave in this Q&A, along with the IT giant's 2020 plans. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Dec 2019
Review these 3 key cloud computing trends from 2019
What cloud trends played a large role in the IT industry in 2019? They might not be the first ones that come to mind. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2019
Top cloud news of 2019 from AWS, Microsoft, Google and Oracle
It's been quite a year for the major cloud providers, with product releases, lawsuits, layoffs and IT competitions. Review the biggest news stories of 2019 to see how 2020 will shape up. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Dec 2019
Manage and secure cloud sprawl in multi-cloud systems in 2 steps
As enterprise cloud adoption increases, so too does the risk of cloud sprawl -- and, with it, cloud security threats. Learn how to beat cloud sprawl in two steps. Continue Reading
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Quiz
19 Dec 2019
Quiz yourself on the top cloud acquisitions of 2019
Enterprise needs constantly evolve, so cloud providers must keep their offerings fresh, often through acquisitions. Do you know the biggest buys from 2019? Let's see. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2019
Follow these hybrid cloud infrastructure best practices
Although a hybrid cloud approach can seem daunting, it enables enterprises to get the best of both worlds -- if managed correctly. Learn the dos and don'ts of hybrid cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2019
Compare niche cloud services to the hyperscale offerings
Consider your enterprise's specific needs when choosing between niche clouds and hyperscale clouds. Here's an overview of what you should know about both options. Continue Reading
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News
20 Nov 2019
Google joins bare-metal cloud fray
Google could attract more legacy application workloads through new bare-metal cloud instances, but it's unclear how they measure up to competitors on manageability and cost. Continue Reading
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13 Nov 2019
Understand and deploy IBM Cloud for VMware Solutions
The IBM-VMware partnership has provided a platform for admins committed to VMware technologies who also require cloud benefits such as such as scalability and fast provisioning. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Nov 2019
How the Microsoft and Oracle partnership affects IT workloads
Oracle and Microsoft's move to unite sometimes-competitive applications and cloud environments means that businesses can focus less on architecture rewrites and more on capabilities. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Oct 2019
Cloud-first agenda reveals disadvantages of cloud services
As hypervisor vendors push cloud services over software, organizations are faced with vendor lock-in, licensing changes and, in some cases, added technology and consulting costs. Continue Reading