Opinion

Opinion

Private cloud providers

• The true definition of cloud computing is still lost on some IT pros

  The misuse of the phrase 'cloud computing' has created misperceptions of the technology. Remember that the cloud isn't a location -- it's a more agile way to design IT services.  Continue Reading

• OpenStack vs. VMware battle set to heat up over IoT, NFV

  OpenStack and VMware are both popular options for private cloud deployment. But depending on the adoption of new technologies, like IoT and NFV, OpenStack could soon have a leg up.  Continue Reading

• VMware cloud strategy to evolve toward hybrid in 2016

  VMware made a number of updates to its cloud strategy in 2015, but there's more work to be done this year -- especially around hybrid cloud.  Continue Reading

• Vendors' cloud partnerships not always an IT blessing

  Ranging from IBM to AWS, many technology titans have forged cloud-related partnerships. But how quickly could those agreements go sour?  Continue Reading

• Avoid surprises, do your homework on cloud computing service providers

  Cloud service providers often advertise high redundancy, but they have been found hiding critical details. Research is vital to avoiding surprises.  Continue Reading