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Cloud migration checklist: The enterprise guide

Migrating an enterprise's data and applications to the cloud includes a laundry list of considerations -- from tools and costs to security. Continue Reading
Why OpenStack might hurt HP Helion adoption

While HP Helion has its place in the enterprise, its use of open source technology, including OpenStack, could ultimately hamper its adoption. Continue Reading
Cloud market bracing for container technology showdown

While Docker has been the container king in cloud, a new challenger has emerged. Expert David Linthicum analyzes the competition. Continue Reading
Winning a cloud business case debate

The strongest cloud business case used to be reducing capital costs. Today, business cases should highlight other cloud perks, such as process automation. Continue Reading
Will HP's split get its cloud train on track?

HP split into two companies with the hopes of getting back on track. But its issues in the cloud run deeper than reorganization. Continue Reading

IaaS cloud community plots future moves at OpenStack 2014

At OpenStack 2014, experts discussed the progress and future of IaaS cloud. Get an inside look at the conference speakers and attendees. Continue Reading
Smaller cloud success stories found in shadows of Netflix, Facebook

When asked about cloud success stories, most IT pros point to Netflix. But daily cloud wins from smaller companies may mean more in the long term. Continue Reading
Advantages of cloud computing don't always lead to IT progress

Most companies know cloud isn't a cure-all. But its elasticity benefits might even be at the expense of attributes IT pros take for granted. Continue Reading
Cloud computing facts may unclench server huggers' hold

Some IT pros have white-knuckle grips on servers and traditional on-premises IT. But that may be because of misinformation on cloud. Continue Reading
Shrouded costs could be death knell of traditional IT

As SaaS and IaaS offer services for pricing transparency in monthly bills, shrouded costs may be the death of traditional IT. Continue Reading
Simple, cheap IaaS helps cloud ecosystem grow

A stripped-down version of IaaS is beneficial to both cloud providers and customers, removing lock-in and making way for a partner ecosystem. Continue Reading

Make your enterprise invaluable to an IaaS provider

When it comes to choosing an IaaS provider, don't be enticed by price drops. Your choice should be focused on partnering ability, not the lowest cost. Continue Reading
Letter from the SearchCloudComputing editor

With the new SearchAWS site coming, Site Editor Caitlin White expresses her views on the future of SearchCloudComputing. Continue Reading
Can the cloud brand live up to its original promises?

Cloud computing has long battled with the IT market to prove its ROI. As PaaS climbs into the ring, can the cloud brand keep its original promises? Continue Reading
Brave new IT world: Cloud revolution centers on people, not technology

IT people fear public cloud computing will replace their jobs, but there could be a brave new world even after cloud adoption. Continue Reading

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