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• Testing cloud applications for Azure, Google Cloud

  As software development cycles accelerate, IT must more rapidly test cloud-based applications. The right tools and services can help pick up the pace. Continue Reading

• Catch these high-flying cloud computing jobs

  The cloud computing market is brimming with opportunity for IT pros -- and especially those with open source and PaaS expertise. Continue Reading

• Cloud certifications that stand out from the crowd

  Cloud computing knowledge is almost a must-have in today's IT market. To land that dream job, consider these cloud certifications and courses. Continue Reading

• Squeezing the most out of your organizations' SaaS apps

  Despite the popularity of SaaS, questions around the technology remain. To get some answers, Modern Infrastructure spoke with Cloud Sherpas' CTO. Continue Reading

• Crafting a cloud business case execs can't resist

  For some executives, the cloud is still a frightening proposition. But with a solid business case, even the biggest cloud skeptics become believers. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • public cloud
  • Integration as a Service (IaaS)
  • multi-tenant cloud
  • cloud integration

  • cloud database
  • Cloudability
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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• data residency

  Data residency is a concept that refers to the physical location of information, as well as the local regulations imposed on that information based on where it resides.Continue Reading

• Beware the hidden costs of open source cloud computing

  Many businesses assume open source cloud is cheaper than proprietary models. But that's not always the case, as many costs are often overlooked.Continue Reading

• Niche cloud computing environments gain steam

  By offering more targeted services, niche cloud environments are gaining traction within multiple vertical markets.Continue Reading

• Would Azure Data Factory benefit my cloud data?

  Azure Data Factory helps move large volumes of data between the cloud and on-premises environments. But how else could it impact my big data strategy?Continue Reading

• Getting reacquainted with the refocused Verizon Cloud

  Verizon recently shifted its cloud focus to go beyond just public cloud. Enterprises can now choose between public, private and hybrid cloud services.Continue Reading

• Google’s cloud explained in five quick links

  With its Compute Engine and other services, Google has joined the cloud elite. Here are five links to explain Google's cloud to enterprises.Continue Reading

• How do I move between Google Compute Engine instances?

  Organizations often have to move workloads from one Google Compute Engine instance to another. So how should IT pros plan for such a move?Continue Reading

• cloud load balancing

  Cloud load balancing is the process of distributing workloads and network traffic among multiple servers or other resources in a cloud environment.Continue Reading

• Guiding your enterprise to the SoftLayer cloud platform

  With a range of service offerings, the SoftLayer cloud platform is central to IBM's cloud strategy. But what options are under the SoftLayer umbrella?Continue Reading

• Peeling back the layers of Rackspace managed cloud

  Facing steep competition from the likes of AWS and Google, Rackspace distinguishes itself as a managed cloud services provider.Continue Reading