The Troposphere

February 2009

IBM pushes cloud plans, partnerships
Jo Maitland - TechTarget 12 Feb 2009

If anyone can solve the problems associated with selling cloud computing to enterprises, it should be IBM. Today the company announced a step in that direction with a slew of new services and ...

Amazon claims 400,000 web services users
Jo Maitland - TechTarget 03 Feb 2009

An industry insider close to Amazon's Web Services (AWS) business unit told us the company claims to have 400,000 customers using its web services offering. AWS includes EC2, the compute-on-demand ...

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The essential guide to open source virtualization platforms

Virtualization isn't limited to VMware and Microsoft. Those seeking simpler licensing models, modularity or lower costs should ...

Top 5 SCVMM PowerShell commands

Manually making changes to Hyper-V hosts and VMs is very time-consuming. Manage System Center Virtual Machine Manager with ...

Use branch office servers to support infrastructure expansion

A remote office setup requires infrastructure that meets performance, cost and space demands. Depending on the vendor, a ...

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How VMware snapshots work and how to use them

Disk snapshots can save VMware virtual servers from failed patches and upgrades. Easily create and manage various types of ...

Manage an ESXi firewall with PowerCLI and ESXCLI

Regardless of whether you prefer ESXCLI or PowerCLI, learning to manage firewalls via the command line can save you time when ...

Deploy a VM from a template with VMware PowerCLI

Quickly create and deploy VMs from templates using Packer or PowerCLI rather than doing so from scratch via installation media. ...

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Build your business case for thin client hardware

Take an in-depth look at thin clients, including the benefits, drawbacks and use cases, to determine if these endpoints can cut ...

Discover thin client hardware and learn the benefits it offers

Thin clients can help many organizations, especially when it comes to storing information in one space. Learn about the different...

How to accommodate mobile VDI users' application access

IT faces an uphill battle when deploying virtual desktops to mobile devices due to compatibility issues. Virtualization platforms...

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AWS scoops up TSO Logic for cloud spend analysis

AWS has acquired TSO Logic, which produces analytics that customers can use to plan moves to the cloud. The deal comes with the ...

CloudEndure acquisition expands AWS' cloud migration tools

AWS' acquisition of CloudEndure underscores the move toward multi-cloud, as well as demand from customers for an easier path to ...

AWS, MongoDB database collision stirs open source tensions

AWS' DocumentDB managed database service takes aim at the popular MongoDB NoSQL database and stirs up controversy over the rules ...

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Top five data center trends to watch in 2019

In 2019, data center admins should research how technologies such as AIOps, chatbots and GPUs can help them with their management...

Top server maintenance tips to extend hardware lifespan

IT administrators can upgrade CPU, RAM and networking hardware to maintain smooth server operations and to maximize resources.

IBM quantum computing system, apps lab seek commercial users

IBM finally introduced its first integrated quantum computer that is designed for commercial accounts. But the emergence of ...

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How to set up and enforce Azure multifactor authentication

Azure Active Directory offers multifactor authentication to further secure login credentials. Get started with these instructions...

Migrate Exchange to Office 365 with these tips

Check this list of common issues that can occur during an Exchange migration to steer the organization away from potential ...

Light January Patch Tuesday follows IE out-of-band security update

Administrators should prioritize an out-of-band patch that addresses an Internet Explorer zero-day before tackling the 47 ...

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CX strategy a vital part of modernizing a business

Consumers are providing retailers with more data than ever before, with expectations that they will receive a personalized ...

HubSpot Ventures to strategically fund friendly startups

HubSpot remembers the financial backing it received as a new company and creates its own $30 million venture fund to invest in ...

6 ways high-performing agents improve customer loyalty

Sandy Rogers of FranklinCovey offers tips for customer service managers on how to encourage positive traits in agents, such as ...