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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.
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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.
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Test your cloud knowledge: VMs vs. containers vs. serverless
Take this quiz to help guide your choice between virtual machines, containers and serverless functions. Identify the uses, features and services associated with each computing approach.
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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.
6 Multi-Cloud Management Tool Must-Haves
To address issues with managing multi-cloud environments, some teams are turning to a cloud management platform to bring disparate environments under control. In this expert guide, explore key features your tool should have to ensure it can meet your organization’s specific requirements.
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Identify the Google Cloud developer tools you need
Developers want more from their cloud than APIs and services; they want tools to accelerate and improve the app dev lifecycle. Use this rundown to assess Google Cloud's developer tool set.
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Confront cloud security challenges with these 5 tips
Security gets complicated when the cloud overlaps with other technologies, such as AI and serverless. Review these common risks, and learn how to prevent attacks.
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Infrastructure (IaaS) cloud deployment strategies News
Google Cloud adds VM options for specialized tasks
Google Cloud's latest set of instances, optimized for compute- and memory-intensive workloads, underscore customer demand for more powerful cloud infrastructure choices.
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Establish cloud visibility with Azure monitoring tools
Learn about the various monitoring services available on the Azure cloud platform. Use these tools for application performance metrics, data analytics and other insights.
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Open source cloud computing News
IBM's Red Hat integration plans revealed
With the acquisition deal done, IBM shared its plans to have Red Hat OpenShift software serve as foundational building blocks that can be used to create applications spanning hybrid and multi-cloud environments via IBM Cloud Paks.
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PaaS and development tools Get Started
An overview of how AWS changed Lambda for the enterprise market
Learn how AWS Lambda has been updated over the years to address shortcomings in its serverless computing platform, and how enterprises have become savvier about when to use it.
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When should you use cloud vs. on-premises storage?
Choose the right data storage approach with this breakdown on the differences between cloud and on-premises storage. Consider cost, compliance, performance and other factors.
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Test your cloud knowledge: VMs vs. containers vs. serverless
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AWS Savings Plans vs. Reserved Instances, explained
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The pros and cons of adding edge computing to a cloud architecture
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5 ways to reduce cloud costs
Organizations need the right strategies in place to avoid cloud cost pitfalls. Stay within your budget with these cost management best practices.
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Confront cloud security challenges with these 5 tips
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How do I store secrets in AWS so they don't appear in my code?
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Watch out for these 5 hybrid cloud security challenges
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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.
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Establish S3 bucket security with proper access control
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What should be on your cloud audit checklist?
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10 open source cloud security tools to know
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E-Handbook | February 2020
Know your role in the cloud shared responsibility model
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E-Handbook | November 2019
How much cloud does an IT disaster recovery plan need?
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E-Handbook | August 2019
Smart strategies for application monitoring in the cloud
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E-Handbook | August 2019
How to meet the challenge of cloud regulatory compliance
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E-Handbook | June 2019
Avoid runaway cloud migration costs
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Cloud computing Basics
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Get Started
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.
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Get Started
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.
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Get Started
Cloud onboarding best practices for users and applications
There are a number of ways organizations can prepare both users and applications for the cloud. Use these onboarding best practices to ensure a smooth transition -- even during uncertain times.
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Vendor Resources
- Multi-Cloud Managed Services for Microsoft Azure –Data Sheet
- Reasons You Need Hybrid Multi-Cloud Strategy –Data Sheet
- 2020 Trends in Managed Services & Hosting –Analyst Report
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What AWS and Azure’s cloud market growth says about IT
Amazon and Microsoft's cloud market revenues continue to grow at a torrid pace, reflecting IT departments' increased comfort and reliance on cloud computing services. Azure revenue, which is ...Continue Reading
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Microsoft Build 2019 agenda reveals .NET, Azure insights
Microsoft's Build conference for developers and IT operations professionals is just a few weeks away, but a close look at the session catalog reveals clues to the event's likely highlights. Here's ...Continue Reading
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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.
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SaaS support and licensing
AWS Marketplace update eases SaaS contract changes
Customers who buy software from ISVs through AWS Marketplace now have an easier way to update contract terms during the span of an existing agreement. The feature should help customers manage contract sprawl, analysts say.
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Cloud pricing and cost optimization
Cloud use spikes amid COVID-19 but IaaS costs remain stable
Don't expect hyperscalers like AWS to profiteer from the COVID-19 pandemic. But enterprises must take extra precautions as they invest in cloud-based infrastructure and software, analysts say.
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- What is cloud migration? An introduction to moving to the cloud
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- multi-cloud strategy