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• PaaS, present and future: How containers evolve PaaS frameworks

  As PaaS capabilities expand to support new technologies, such as containers and microservices, IT teams and developers face new challenges around visibility, monitoring and more.  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

• Best practices for building apps with cloud computing tools

  To build better apps, developers should understand the nature of different cloud computing tools. It's essential to first evaluate these services. Expert Tom Nolle explains more.  Continue Reading

• Achieve better performance with cloud microservices and apps

  Cloud microservices can be powerful tools, but nothing is perfect. Users have reported performance issues, so how do you fix them? Tom Nolle has the answers.  Continue Reading

• A custom cloud instance lets admins get choosey

  Not satisfied with the standard instance types from your public cloud provider? Consider customizing your own to cut down on costs and unneeded resources.  Continue Reading

• Boost private cloud storage performance with SSDs, flash

  Sharing is great, but can do a number on private cloud storage performance. Consider new SSD and networking options to get the speed you need.  Continue Reading

• Expanded Azure licensing options give users more choice

  With expanded Azure licensing options from Microsoft, some enterprises moving workloads to the cloud won't have to repurchase software they already own.  Continue Reading

• Cloud performance monitoring tools eliminate IT's blind spot

  Using the public cloud doesn't mean you have to sacrifice visibility into app and workload performance. The right set of tools can give IT a fuller picture.  Continue Reading

• Four ways to streamline cloud access security broker adoption

  A cloud access security broker provides an extra layer of protection, but IT must choose the tool carefully to avoid weighing down cloud performance.  Continue Reading

• Expand your IaaS reach beyond hosted infrastructure

  Public cloud is more than just hosted IT infrastructure. Organizations should evaluate other useful cloud services, such as those for workflow and deployment management.  Continue Reading

• Bridge the VMware and AWS hybrid cloud gap

  Integration is a common challenge when deploying hybrid cloud -- and bridging VMware and AWS is no exception. Luckily, the right mix of tools can help.  Continue Reading

• Spot cloud security strategy flaws before it's too late

  From compliance to encryption, there are many boxes an organization needs check to ensure its public cloud is secure. Use this flow chart to kick start that critical process.  Continue Reading

• How Azure Stack aims to solve hybrid cloud challenges

  With Azure Stack, Microsoft looks to help enterprises bridge their private and public clouds. But it's still a work in progress.  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

• The AWS vs. Azure race isn't over yet

  AWS has been king of the public cloud mountain for years. But now, Azure is steadily climbing up, with a host of new services in tow.  Continue Reading