Public cloud and other cloud deployment models

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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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Public cloud and other cloud deployment models News

January 20, 2021 20 Jan'21
IBM acquisition spree targets hybrid cloud consulting market

Acquiring five providers specializing in cloud-based consulting and managed services since November, IBM wants to make it easier for users to move workloads across multiple clouds.
December 21, 2020 21 Dec'20
Top cloud computing tips of 2020

As the saying goes, hindsight is 20/20. Check out the articles that caught the attention of IT pros this year and learn what that says about the current state of the market.
December 18, 2020 18 Dec'20
Re:Invent recap: Week 3

Another re:Invent is -- mostly -- in the books. Check out the highlights from the third week of the virtual conference, including product news and thoughts from AWS leadership.
December 11, 2020 11 Dec'20
Re:Invent recap: Week 2

The second batch of re:Invent keynotes highlighted AWS AI services and sustainability ventures. Here's what you need to know about the features and services AWS rolled out.

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How to migrate from AWS to Azure using Azure Migrate

Watch how to set up and configure Azure Migrate to easily convert your existing Amazon EC2 instances into Azure VMs. Continue Reading
A cloud services cheat sheet for AWS, Azure and Google Cloud

Don't know your Neptune from your Front Door? Check what AWS, Microsoft and Google call their myriad cloud services. And yes, those are real service names. Continue Reading
PaaS (platform as a service)

PaaS (platform as a service) is a cloud computing model where a third-party provider delivers hardware and software tools to users over the internet. Continue Reading

Evaluate Public cloud and other cloud deployment models Vendors & Products

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Private vs. public cloud security: Benefits and drawbacks

Uncover the differences between private vs. public cloud security -- as well as hybrid cloud security -- before deciding on an enterprise deployment model. Continue Reading
How to choose between IaaS and SaaS cloud models

Even if you already moved a few workloads to the cloud, it's never too early to start looking at where you are going and never too late to make a change. See if IaaS or SaaS is the right service model for your organization. Continue Reading
COVID-19 and remote work shift cloud predictions for 2021

If we learned anything from 2020, it's to expect the unexpected. Yet that doesn't stop analysts from trying to predict what's to come in the world of cloud computing this year. Continue Reading

Manage Public cloud and other cloud deployment models

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Cloud infrastructure automation: When and where to use it

Manual tasks are time consuming and can lead to mistakes. Free up your IT teams and ensure an error-free environment by adding automation to these cloud processes. Continue Reading
Juggle a multi-cloud security strategy with these 3 steps

Enterprise security best practices must account for changes in cloud landscapes. Learn how to overcome such challenges and bolster multi-cloud security with technology and policy. Continue Reading
A conference guide to AWS re:Invent 2020

Stay on top of the latest news, analysis and expert advice from this year's re:Invent conference. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Public cloud and other cloud deployment models Issues

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HPE GreenLake partners to help Kern County take control of IT

Kern County, Calif., faced a daunting challenge of reigning in costs and a sprawling technology ecosystem. HPE GreenLake and MSP Nth Generation were brought in to help. Continue Reading
Multi-cloud services grow increasingly important for MSPs

As organizations expand their multi-cloud environments, they'll look to partners for support and expertise. It's time for the channel to board the multi-cloud train, experts say. Continue Reading
Accenture cloud computing paves way for integration plan

Penelope Prett, CIO at Accenture, aims to provide employees a holistic user experience, taking advantage of cloud computing to integrate various technology tools. Continue Reading