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• IBM SoftLayer

  IBM SoftLayer is a public cloud computing platform that offers a range of services for compute, networking, storage, security and application development. IBM acquired SoftLayer in 2013, and the platform now competes with other public cloud ... Continue Reading

• Google Cloud Dataproc

  Google Cloud Dataproc is a managed service within the Google Cloud Platform for processing large datasets, such as those used in big data initiatives. Dataproc is built on open source platforms including Apache Hadoop, Spark and Pig. The service is ... Continue Reading

• Public cloud brings machine learning services to the masses

  Machine learning represents a new frontier for compute, and the public cloud is making it more affordable and available than ever. But that doesn't mean you should rush in. Continue Reading

• Ten cloud conferences to pencil in for 2016

  Cloud conferences and events are the perfect place to gain more industry knowledge and sharpen your skills. For the remainder of 2016, there are numerous opportunities to grow your networking base ... Continue Reading

• Quiz: Test your knowledge about the future of cloud traffic

  How fast is cloud-based IP traffic growing? Take this quiz and see if forecasts for cloud traffic volume, download speeds and server workloads are in line with your expectations. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • cloud automation
  • cloud application performance management (cloud APM)
  • cloud infrastructure
  • testing as a service (TaaS)

  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)
  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
  • Microsoft Azure

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• Microsoft Azure Marketplace

  Microsoft Azure Marketplace is an online store that provides tools and applications that are compatible with the Azure public cloud.Continue Reading

• Microsoft Azure VM Scale Sets

  A Microsoft Azure VM Scale Set is a group of individual virtual machines (VMs) within the Microsoft Azure public cloud that IT administrators can configure and manage as a single unit. They are best suited for large-scale computing services, such as...Continue Reading

• What are my cloud requirements for implementing direct connections?

  Direct connections provide a more efficient way to move data to the public cloud. But how does my organization set one up?Continue Reading

• How do I establish network security groups for public cloud?

  Network security groups control the lines of communication between network traffic and cloud instances. How do I set them up in AWS or Azure?Continue Reading

• Boost public cloud reliability through direct connections

  Direct connections, such as those from AWS and Azure, can put data on the fast track to the public cloud. But organizations should be ready to pay a price.Continue Reading

• Quiz: Are you ready for digital technology disruption?

  Cloud, mobile and IoT are shaking up not just IT, but entire industries. Is your organization part of the digital disruption technology revolution? Take this quiz and find out.Continue Reading

• How to effectively work with multiple cloud providers

  Before working with multiple cloud providers, evaluate their services for compute, storage, security and more.Continue Reading

• How well do you know the public cloud service market?

  Private and public cloud services are growing fast. Take this brief quiz and find out just how fast that growth really is, and if you align with the majority.Continue Reading

• How hybrid cloud adoption impacts ALM

  Learn how to update ALM processes in preparation for hybrid cloud adoption.Continue Reading

• Quiz: Cloud-based data storage trends

  Storing data in every corporate branch is expensive and hinders performance. Are you up to date on current cloud-based data storage trends? Take this short quiz and find out.Continue Reading

• Mapping the best cloud backup options to your IT needs

  When it comes to data backup in the cloud, there's no one-size-fits-all approach -- so be sure to select your backup services carefully.Continue Reading

• Build a shadow IT strategy all departments will love

  To minimize shadow IT risks in the enterprise, some IT pros find that adhering to the old adage, 'if you can't beat 'em, join 'em' is the best approach.Continue Reading

• Effective app testing and ALM techniques in the cloud era

  When moving software projects to the cloud, organizing application testing and ALM strategies help you optimize business opportunities.Continue Reading

• Cloud Cruiser

  Cloud Cruiser is a vendor that offers cost-analtyics software for hybrid cloud and multi-cloud computing environments. The software helps customers monitor and control how much money they are spending on cloud deployments across heterogeneous IT ...Continue Reading

• DigitalOcean

  DigitalOcean is an Infrastructure as a Service provider for software developers.Continue Reading

• Quiz: Application development trends

  Big data, mobile apps and programming languages continually change. Do you know which application development trends are hot? Take this quiz and find out.Continue Reading

• CloudVelox

  CloudVelox is a software provider that offers migration and disaster recovery tools for cloud computing environments, including Amazon Web Services (AWS). CloudVelox's software is intended to minimize the manual processes typically required to ...Continue Reading

• Test your knowledge on pricing cloud apps

  Know the best choices when pricing cloud app solutions? Take this quiz and see how your answers compare to expert opinions.Continue Reading

• Cloud computing certifications to strive for in 2016

  As they kick off the new year, enterprises will have OpenStack, security and other cloud technologies on their minds. Be ready, and advance your career, with new cloud certifications.Continue Reading

• PaaS provider hinges on four factors

  Selecting a PaaS provider involves many steps. Learn the top four considerations when making this decision.Continue Reading

• How to plan for the cost of cloud computing

  Choosing a multicloud solution can save up to 74%, if you review the cost of cloud computing first.Continue Reading

• Test your multicloud deployment knowledge

  Businesses recognize that the apps and services it needs to function can no longer all run on one platform in a single location. Test your understanding of multicloud deployment.Continue Reading

• dynamic infrastructure

  Dynamic infrastructure refers to a collection of data center resources, such as compute, networking and storage, that can automatically provision and adjust itself as workload demands change.Continue Reading

• Implementing open source requires tough staffing, IT calls

  When building a business case for open source technology, organizations need to factor in how their IT staff and skillsets need to evolve.Continue Reading

• Optimize hybrid cloud environments with these five tips

  Hybrid clouds offer a range of benefits, causing more and more enterprises to climb on board. Follow these quick tips and join the hybrid crowd.Continue Reading

• Reduce hybrid cloud latency with these five tips

  With the right workload design and infrastructure changes, organizations can minimize latency and boost hybrid cloud performance.Continue Reading

• Rackspace Fanatical Support

  Rackspace Fanatical Support is Rackspace's customer service program, which provides support for customers using its managed hosting services and cloud platforms.Continue Reading

• Cloud and big data strategies that won't make IT shudder

  For many IT organizations, big data seems too big to tackle. But there are several ways an enterprise can ease into big data, and cloud computing can help.Continue Reading

• OpenStack Innovation Center

  The OpenStack Innovation Center is a research and development facility dedicated to the open source cloud platform OpenStack. Rackspace and Intel opened the center in September 2015.Continue Reading

• When should I use Red Hat OpenShift PaaS?

  Most major cloud providers have a platform as a service offering. So what makes Red Hat's OpenShift platform stand out?Continue Reading

• A vendor cloud platform comparison guide

  Cloud platform development is the key to enhancing an organization's security, speed and performance. Get a cloud platform comparison here to better understand your options.Continue Reading

• What are the key DevOps roles in an enterprise?

  The DevOps model is taking off as cloud adoption grows. But what exactly are the key responsibilities of a DevOps team in the enterprise?Continue Reading

• Top five Azure application development resources

  Are you just getting started with Azure application development? Here are five resources to ease your way.Continue Reading

• Considerations for choosing an OpenStack distribution

  When it comes to choosing an OpenStack distribution, HP, Red Hat, Cisco and others are all viable options. But enterprises should make their decision carefully.Continue Reading

• HPC market opening arms to public cloud

  While only a small percentage of HPC applications run in the public cloud today, new services from AWS and Google could soon increase that number.Continue Reading

• Crafting a cloud disaster recovery plan

  A cloud disaster recovery plan can protect your data and cut costs. Here's what to know before embarking on your cloud DR journey.Continue Reading

• What to know before migrating applications to the cloud

  From DevOps to DR, there's a lot to consider before migrating an app to the cloud. Cloud expert Robert Green explains what businesses should keep in mind.Continue Reading

• When should I use Azure SQL Data Warehouse?

  Amazon Redshift is the market leader in cloud data warehousing services. But what does Azure SQL Data Warehouse bring to the table?Continue Reading

• Three issues that hinder cloud computing API performance

  APIs can be critical to a cloud application's success. But if poorly designed, they can also be a big headache for cloud providers, developers and users.Continue Reading

• Open source platform as a service doesn't always come easy

  Open source platform as a service can ease cloud app development and deployment. But it also poses these six challenges for developers and the business.Continue Reading

• What is a cloud-based system?

  Get an overview of what a cloud-based system is and what would work best in your enterprise.Continue Reading

• RightScale Inc.

  RightScale is a software as a service (SaaS) provider that offers cloud management and analytics tools for public, private and hybrid clouds.Continue Reading

• Experts call for a cloud service-level agreement evolution

  As more and more workloads move to the cloud, cloud provider SLAs should evolve in a number of ways. Here are the changes cloud experts and users would like to see.Continue Reading

• Explore the role of network as a service in cloud computing

  With the right network as a service (NaaS) offering, enterprises can boost the availability and performance of their cloud applications.Continue Reading

• Cloud integration tools: The most popular products

  There’s no shortage of tools to integrate cloud applications. Here’s a brief – but thorough – list of the most popular products on the market.Continue Reading

• Get to know the cloud integration environment

  Integrating disparate applications is not a one-shot deal. There are several pieces of the puzzle, including data governance and combining app functionality.Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• Exploring capabilities, costs of Microsoft Azure cloud

  Microsoft Azure targets enterprises that want to connect their existing data centers to the cloud. But is Azure the best bet for your organization?Continue Reading

• Three hybrid cloud advantages that fly under the radar

  While some hybrid cloud advantages, such as greater flexibility, are obvious, others fly under the radar. Are you missing out on hybrid cloud perks?Continue Reading

• A closer look at the Amazon Web Services cloud platform

  Before deploying AWS, it's crucial to understand the public cloud provider's options for cloud storage, networking and more. Here's a closer look.Continue Reading

• Tips on building a hybrid cloud management strategy

  The evolution and increasing popularity of the cloud has led to the development of a hybrid model -- a combination of public and private clouds. The hybrid alternative to the traditional cloud may be the best choice for organizations. Ideally, an ...Continue Reading

• Criteria for choosing a public cloud provider

  When it comes to choosing a public cloud provider, cost is often top of mind. But other factors, such as VM migration, storage and autoscaling, should also be considered.Continue Reading

• Free-falling cloud prices can't buy enterprise love

  Even as vendors slash their prices, choosing a cloud platform is about more than the costs. Cloud features and performance top enterprise wish lists.Continue Reading

• Nine questions for hybrid cloud integration

  Learn which nine questions companies should be asking when considering a hybrid could application integration strategy.Continue Reading

• Test your ability to avoid cloud security risks

  Storing data in the cloud can be risky, but there are methods to minimize risks. Take our quiz to measure your cloud security expertise.Continue Reading

• Best practices for BPaaS adoption

  Learn why more and more businesses are adopting BPaaS and how it differs from other service layers.Continue Reading

• Expanding PaaS opportunities lead to confusion

  At first, platform as a service, or PaaS, was adopted primarily as a cloud development environment. Since then, PaaS uses have expanded to fit specific application and services needs and have been integrated with IaaS platforms. The variety of ...Continue Reading

• How to choose the best cloud big data platform

  Finding the best cloud big data platform requires picking a database model, choosing a cloud service or cloud platform, and reviewing their features.Continue Reading

• Understanding public cloud risks and costs

  Public cloud boasts a number of enterprise benefits, but it isn't perfect. Enterprises should be aware of unpredictable cost structures and other drawbacks.Continue Reading

• Where to turn for OpenStack development support

  While OpenStack's ecosystem continues to grow, finding support for the open source platform can be difficult. Luckily, there are resources to help.Continue Reading

• Maximize your ROI with cloud storage management

  While cloud storage may seem simple, there's a lot to consider to maximize ROI. Make sure security, metadata and management are top of mind.Continue Reading

• New player battles for U.S. cloud market share

  The U.S. cloud market is highly competitive, with Amazon, Microsoft and Google firmly planted at the top. Can new player Alibaba shift the balance?Continue Reading

• Who should be crafting my cloud budget?

  IT plays a crucial role in planning and tracking cloud budgets. But should my business and finance executives also have a heavy hand in the process?Continue Reading

• How does cloud change IT budget planning?

  Cloud services, such as SaaS, introduce a lot of change into an organization. But how exactly do they affect my IT budget and approval process?Continue Reading

• Tools to tackle multi-cloud management

  Because no two clouds are built alike, managing multi-cloud environments can be tough. Luckily, there's an emerging class of tools that can help.Continue Reading

• Which cloud storage system matches your data?

  Choosing a cloud storage system can be a daunting task. Expert Dan Sullivan explores the benefits of SSDs, databases and other cloud storage options.Continue Reading

• subscription-based pricing model

  A subscription-based pricing model is a payment structure that allows a customer or organization to purchase or subscribe to a vendor's IT services for a specific period of time for a set price.Continue Reading

• In cloud storage, options abound

  This handbook examines cloud-based storage in terms of cost, manageability, scalability, security, latency/availability and more. While cost and security remain pressing concerns, cloud-based storage holds an increasing appeal for more ...Continue Reading

• Which cloud model is best for your big data project?

  Cloud computing comes in three distinct flavors: public, private and hybrid. But which is best for my big data project?Continue Reading

• cloud engineer

  A cloud engineer is an IT professional responsible for any technological duties associated with cloud computing, including design, planning, management, maintenance and support.Continue Reading

• cloud collaboration

  Cloud collaboration is a system of communication that enables employees to work together on a project that is hosted in the cloud, can be accessed at any time and can be edited by multiple users at once.Continue Reading

• AWS and OpenStack hybrid cloud a balancing act

  Using a mix of services from OpenStack and AWS, one company gained efficiency and agility -- without sacrificing control.Continue Reading

• Amid microservices boom, smart pipes emerge

  In part two of a two-part series about the tradeoffs between smart endpoints and smart pipes in microservices, experts describe the value of smart pipes.Continue Reading

• Discover the role of smart endpoints in microservices

  In part one of a two-part series, a software architect describes how his organization has used microservices and smart endpoints.Continue Reading

• What we learned about application migration to the cloud in 2014

  This recap of what we learned about application migration to the cloud in 2014 features content from multiple sites and offers developers helpful information for their next migration project.Continue Reading

• Should I use Go as my cloud programming language?

  With a number of available programming languages, it's hard for enterprises to find the best option. Is Go the right language for my cloud project?Continue Reading

• CloudBees

  CloudBees is a former platform as a service cloud provider that now focuses on open source continuous integration.Continue Reading

• Devise a cloud security strategy for governance needs

  IT breaches stir up cloud security concerns. To limit potential issues, enterprises must consider governance needs, tools, providers and more.Continue Reading

• Overcome the most feared cloud security issues in 2015

  Security is a big concern for companies considering cloud deployments. However, many cloud security issues are self-inflicted.Continue Reading

• Using the cloud to enable microservices

  Microservices can bring agility and scalability to enterprise applications. A key enabler to implementing microservices is the cloud.Continue Reading

• How do iPaaS and SaaS integration vendors differ?

  What's the difference between iPaaS and SaaS integration vendors? Are they the same? Get the facts in this expert answer.Continue Reading