AWS cloud platform

Enterprises can choose from a vast array of Amazon Web Services offerings for IT infrastructure, software development and more. Get the latest news about this evolving cloud platform and read technical tips to manage resources and optimize application deployments on AWS infrastructure.

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6 Multi-Cloud Management Tool Must-Haves

To address issues with managing multi-cloud environments, some teams are turning to a cloud management platform to bring disparate environments under control. In this expert guide, explore key features your tool should have to ensure it can meet your organization’s specific requirements.

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AWS cloud platform News

April 01, 2020 01 Apr'20
AWS security options grow with Amazon Detective

AWS has released Amazon Detective, a managed threat hunting service that generates visualizations out of log data from native Amazon Web Services.
February 20, 2020 20 Feb'20
Cloud conferences to watch out for in 2020

Cloud professionals need to keep up with the latest strategies. If you're looking to attend a few cloud conferences in 2020, these are the ones worth packing your bags for.
March 21, 2019 21 Mar'19
AWS Direct Connect tiers address planned network spikes

AWS Direct Connect pivots toward higher bandwidth requirements and cuts prices on lower tiers to handle customers' seasonal workload peaks and make AWS stickier overall.
March 19, 2019 19 Mar'19
Expansions to VMware Cloud on AWS continue hybrid cloud push

Wider availability of VMware Cloud on AWS to 13 worldwide regions, along with VMware's adjusted software release cadence, reflects the realities of the cloud and hybrid cloud world.

AWS cloud platform Get Started

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Use this EC2 instance type comparison to power your AWS apps

To get the most out of AWS, organizations need to get the most out of their EC2 instances. Use this infographic to help choose the right AWS instance type and pricing plan. Continue Reading
Get to know cloud IoT services on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud

Use this rundown of IoT offerings from AWS, Microsoft and Google to help decide which best suits your needs for collecting, processing and analyzing device data in the cloud. Continue Reading
What is cloud migration? An introduction to moving to the cloud

Cloud migration is the process of moving data, applications or other business elements to a cloud computing environment. Continue Reading

Evaluate AWS cloud platform Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Follow the evolution of AWS Lambda

AWS Lambda sparked the rise of serverless computing in the cloud. Explore how the function-as-a-service platform developed over time with this infographic. Continue Reading
What to make of AWS' multi-cloud strategy, or lack thereof

AWS eventually caved when it came to hybrid cloud. Some experts and partners say the same will happen with its multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
The 2020 cloud acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make

The major cloud providers offer a wide range of services, but they're far from perfect. Here are the 2020 acquisitions AWS, Microsoft and Google should make to shore up their platforms. Continue Reading

Manage AWS cloud platform

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Lower your cloud bill with these AWS cost control tips

Without an AWS cost management strategy in place, cloud bills can spiral out of control. Explore these tools and best practices to optimize your AWS spending. Continue Reading
Use these CloudWatch features to improve AWS app monitoring

Amazon CloudWatch ServiceLens, Synthetics and Contributor Insights give users more ways to monitor their AWS applications. Find out how these features work before you get started. Continue Reading
AWS multi-account management best practices with Control Tower

With the help of AWS Control Tower, organizations who own and operate multiple cloud accounts can manage them all under one roof -- but not without challenges. Continue Reading

Problem Solve AWS cloud platform Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Overcome legacy DynamoDB limits with a hot migration

Performing a hot migration in DynamoDB can be a stressful but often necessary process. Here are the steps to upgrade tables without causing downtime or service interruptions. Continue Reading
It takes more than brute force to beat shadow IT

Think you know how much cloud use is in your organization? Think again. Shadow IT is more common -- and harder to control -- than suspected. Continue Reading
Is Amazon CloudSearch superior to do-it-yourself search tools?

Big data can be incredibly valuable for enterprise business intelligence. But to extract that value, you must choose the most appropriate search tool. Continue Reading