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The promise and perils of open source clouds
As cloud computing has developed, open source software has become a cornerstone of the model, which emphasizes homogeneity among infrastructure resources.
But just as open source has its share of advantages for cloud projects, it also ha... E-Handbook -
Open source in the cloud: Boon or bust?
As cloud continues to evolve, IT managers are looking for better integration of cloud platforms with existing tools, greater control and management, improved self-service and greater portability among cloud environments. This e-zine takes a look at t... E-Zine
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Six cloud computing industry leaders to follow on Twitter
Want to eavesdrop on what cloud computing leaders are saying about industry trends? Follow these six Twitter accounts for expert opinions and scoops. Feature
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Linux cloud makes some headway with enterprise IT
Linux has gained some enterprise traction as an open source OS option, but Microsoft Windows holds the lead. Could cloud be the key to Linux acceptance? Feature
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Two hours in the cloud: The year's best cloud computing Q&As
This year's best cloud computing Q&As give insights into data security, open source and the morphing role of IT admins in the face of cloud adoption. Fifteen minutes in cloud
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Big data analytics, CloudStack top hot cloud computing trends in 2013
As cloud vendors look to entice enterprise IT, 2013's cloud computing trends center on BYOD policy, big data analytics and debates around standards. Feature
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One-on-one with Randy Bias: Cloud standards and the battle for control
When discussing open source cloud and standards, Randy Bias argues it's only a matter of time before dominant cloud standards prevail in IT. Fifteen minutes in cloud
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Three cloud computing buzzwords I wish would go away
Overused cloud computing buzzwords can sound like nails on a chalkboard. Even worse, catchphrases can contribute to confusion in the IT industry. Column
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Three questions that can make any open source cloud vendor squirm
Do you believe in open cloud? Don’t just drink the Kool-Aid. Ask open source cloud vendors the right questions to avoid simply taking a leap of faith. Column
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Top five must-read cloud computing blogs
It's the tail end of the summer-reading season. Check out these voices in cloud computing: the top five bloggers who help shape cloud discussions. Feature
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Windows Azure updates create full-service cloud
Microsoft demonstrated myriad updates for Windows Azure, finally making the platform competitive with AWS in the IaaS market and pleasing developers. Feature
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With cloud vendors and enterprise apps, err on the side of caution
Making the wrong decision in cloud probably won’t lead to prison, but you might end up regretting your choice. A little cloud caution is worth it. Feature
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OpenStack cloud users share pros and cons
OpenStack users including Bloomberg, Samsung, Best Buy, and others discuss pain points and benefits of their deployments using the open source cloud. News | 17 Apr 2013
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Manual OpenStack upgrades remain labor-intensive
OpenStack upgrades need to be easier, given how often new versions of the open source cloud management platform are released, IT pros say. News | 16 Apr 2013
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OpenStack Grizzly release pushes scalability, high availability
OpenStack Grizzly contains a laundry list of operational improvements, but will it be enough to boost enterprise deployments? News | 04 Apr 2013
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Oracle's Nimbula IaaS buy sparks open source speculation
Oracle's acquisition of Nimbula this week set the industry abuzz with speculation about whether Oracle will go the open source cloud route. News | 14 Mar 2013
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Dell cloud strategy could benefit from going private, partners say
As Dell changes its tune on cloud computing once again, some partners say going private could actually help the company regain focus. News | 31 Jan 2013
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Dell weaves a tangled web with vCloud, OpenStack
Dell's latest cloud computing strategy hinges on OpenStack, and it may be Dell's last chance to gain a significant foothold in the market. News | 31 Jan 2013
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Top five cloud computing news stories in 2012
With increased cloud adoption in 2012, the cloud news scene was hot. Stories about new roles in enterprise IT, vendor plans and BYOD topped our list. News | 20 Dec 2012
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HP undercuts Rackspace on OpenStack IaaS price
HP made its first public cloud service generally available this week, with prices and an SLA that may intrigue Amazon and Rackspace IaaS users. News | 06 Dec 2012
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OpenStack alternatives campaign for enterprise votes
OpenStack is this year's flashy candidate, but some enterprises will cast their ballots for open source cloud computing alternatives. News | 06 Nov 2012
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Enterprise OpenStack projects encounter feature gaps
Enterprises evaluating the OpenStack cloud management platform are still waiting on such key elements as monitoring and high availability. News | 17 Oct 2012
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Applying cloud stack features to a private cloud
As cloud software matures, enterprise customers are frustrated that new features show promise, yet aren't associated with the enterprise buyer. Tip
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Why are people so hung up on Apache Hadoop?
Despite being described as a 'perfect' cloud application framework, many enterprises still don't know how to deploy Hadoop or recognize its pitfalls. Tip
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The rising tide of open source cloud platforms
As enterprises embrace the cloud, certain open source cloud platforms are gaining steam. Tip
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What makes OpenStack public cloud tick?
OpenStack may have lots of buzz, but it's not all hype. OpenStack APIs, including Quantum, could make it the biggest AWS competitor down the road. Tip
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Controlling skyrocketing costs of cloud computing
Cloud development and management tools are vital, but the costs of cloud computing can derail an enterprise that's unrealistic about goals and skills. Tip
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Deep dive into Eucalyptus 3.1 open source cloud
With improved features and AWS' API specifications, Eucalyptus 3.1 may mean open source competition for OpenStack. Tip
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Peeling back the layers of the Platform as a Service market
The PaaS market can be split into traditional IT vendors and independent, niche providers. Which choice offers an enterprise long-term cloud health? Tip
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Reducing risks with multiple cloud service providers
Using multiple cloud providers can help mitigate public cloud risks, though the challenges of a multi-cloud environment take some getting used to. Tip
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OpenStack, CloudStack contend for open source cloud customers
When Citrix broke from OpenStack to release CloudStack, it gave cloud consumers looking at open source another option. Tip
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Cloud management beyond the API
APIs are only one way to manage a cloud. Combining native vendor management services with third-party tools can help bridge the hybrid cloud divide. Tip
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OpenStack
OpenStack is an open source infrastructure as a service (IaaS) initiative for creating and managing large groups of virtual private servers in a cloud computing environment. Definition
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OpenStack Summit review: What's hot and what's missing
Cloud expert David Linthicum sits down with Cloud Technology Partners' Beth Cohen to discuss the OpenStack Summit highlights and what's still missing. Cloud Computing Weekly
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Top 10 cloud computing leaders in 2012
Our cloud leaders list includes the usual suspects and some surprises, ranging from cloud architects to CEOs to those with influence in the cloud. Photo Story
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The latest on Intel in the cloud
Intel's latest advancements in the cloud include an OpenStack implementation and engineered Memcache, but the company is also harnessing its focus on the enterprise. Video
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VMware CTO explains vSphere 5 licensing changes
The release of vSphere 5 has users talking, especially about the licensing and pricing changes, but Citrix is still trying to steal the spotlight with its acquisition of Cloud.com. Video
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Open source's influence on enterprise cloud
Enterprises have been lagging in adopting cloud computing, but open source is progressively making it more attractive for enterprise users to make the jump into the cloud. Video
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Cloud.com and OpenStack code will merge
The CMO of Cloud.com says that moving to the cloud will continue to entice IT pros long after the cool factor wears off, especially when Cloud.com and OpenStack's code merge together. Video
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Gluster CEO discusses best cloud storage options
The future of scale-out storage and cloud storage gateways and appliances is constantly changing. Find out what the CEO of Gluster has to say about cloud’s long term market trends. Video
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Open source guru Marten Mickos dissects Amazon outage
Marten Mickos, CEO of cloud platform software maker Eucalyptus, sits down with Jo Maitland to discuss the recent Amazon Web Services outage and how it will affect cloud computing. Video
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Eucalyptus VP discusses cloud computing competition
Matt Reid, VP of sales and marketing at open source cloud provider Eucalyptus, discusses his company's cloud computing competition at VMworld 2010. Video
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The promise and perils of open source clouds
As cloud computing has developed, open source software has become a cornerstone of the model, which emphasizes homogeneity among infrastructure resources.
But just as open source has its share of advantages for cloud projects, it also ha... E-Handbook -
Applying cloud stack features to a private cloud
As cloud software matures, enterprise customers are frustrated that new features show promise, yet aren't associated with the enterprise buyer. Tip
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OpenStack Summit review: What's hot and what's missing
Cloud expert David Linthicum sits down with Cloud Technology Partners' Beth Cohen to discuss the OpenStack Summit highlights and what's still missing. Cloud Computing Weekly
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OpenStack cloud users share pros and cons
OpenStack users including Bloomberg, Samsung, Best Buy, and others discuss pain points and benefits of their deployments using the open source cloud. News
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Manual OpenStack upgrades remain labor-intensive
OpenStack upgrades need to be easier, given how often new versions of the open source cloud management platform are released, IT pros say. News
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Why are people so hung up on Apache Hadoop?
Despite being described as a 'perfect' cloud application framework, many enterprises still don't know how to deploy Hadoop or recognize its pitfalls. Tip
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The rising tide of open source cloud platforms
As enterprises embrace the cloud, certain open source cloud platforms are gaining steam. Tip
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OpenStack Grizzly release pushes scalability, high availability
OpenStack Grizzly contains a laundry list of operational improvements, but will it be enough to boost enterprise deployments? News
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What makes OpenStack public cloud tick?
OpenStack may have lots of buzz, but it's not all hype. OpenStack APIs, including Quantum, could make it the biggest AWS competitor down the road. Tip
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Oracle's Nimbula IaaS buy sparks open source speculation
Oracle's acquisition of Nimbula this week set the industry abuzz with speculation about whether Oracle will go the open source cloud route. News
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About Open source cloud computing
Whether as augmentation to a public cloud computing service or a stand-alone private cloud architecture, open source cloud computing continues to grow in popularity. Numerous cloud computing services use Linux and MySQL as their backbone, and many cloud platforms, such as Eucalyptus, Nimbus and Hadoop, are open source projects. Get the latest tips, expert advice and news on open source cloud computing, source code, Ubuntu Enterprise Cloud (UEC), the Open Source Initiative (OSI), open source and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) and open source and application development. This topic also covers Abiquo, the Globus Nimbus project and lock-in and licensing issues.