Tips

Tips

• Don't migrate apps to the cloud without considering the costs

  For many organizations, the public cloud is a way to cut costs -- but some apps may be costing you more in the cloud than you think. Find out which enterprise apps are better left on premises.  Continue Reading

• Everything you need to know about Docker and Windows Server 2016

  Docker and Windows are now compatible, but there's more work to do before they will provide everything a developer needs. Expert Christopher Tozzi breaks down the issues.  Continue Reading

• How and why to use system containers in production

  System container platforms, such as OpenVZ and LXD, make it possible to run complete operating systems inside of containers. Expert Christopher Tozzi outlines the options.  Continue Reading

• Find the best Azure instance types for your workloads

  When it comes to choosing the best Azure compute instance for your workload, the options can be overwhelming. Use these tips to get on the right track.  Continue Reading

• Optimize your enterprise network design for hybrid cloud

  New networking bottlenecks emerge as businesses put more of their workloads into the public cloud. Options such as VPNs, direct connections from cloud providers and internet exchange points can help.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate Swift vs. Ceph for OpenStack object storage

  Both Swift and Ceph are open source, object storage systems. But despite their similarities, there are differences to consider when choosing one for OpenStack storage.  Continue Reading

• How the vertical cloud market is growing with PaaS

  Expert Tom Nolle explains three different ways the vertical cloud market is changing with PaaS.  Continue Reading

• How do I determine which OpenStack version I have?

  Figuring out the OpenStack release or version running in your organization isn't as easy as it sounds. What are some quick tips to find that information?  Continue Reading

• Using Azure Site Recovery for cloud DR, backup

  Services like Azure Site Recovery can simplify the cloud backup and disaster recovery process, but smaller IT shops may want to opt for a SaaS-based alternative instead.  Continue Reading

• What you need to know about Windows Server 2016 containers

  Deciding which container route to take while using microservices can be tricky. Expert Mike Otey explains what the differences are and how to best take advantage of the options.  Continue Reading

• Public cloud deployment lessons learned from IT pros

  Public cloud adoption may be growing in the enterprise, but the experiences of two IT shops show that legacy apps and infrastructure aren't simply taking a back seat.  Continue Reading

• Use cloud auto scaling, tagging to give unneeded resources the boot

  Auto scaling services help admins identify underused resources and reduce public cloud costs. Learn how load balancing and tagging can maximize those benefits.  Continue Reading

• Here's how in-memory computing just became cloud's new BFF

  Storage and the cloud don't always go hand in hand. That's where in-memory computing comes in. Expert Christopher Tozzi explains how to take advantage of these new cloud options.  Continue Reading

• Five alternatives to Docker you should consider

  Docker led the way to the container world, but now there are a variety of other options. Expert Mark Betz outlines five solid alternatives to Docker, complete with hands-on advice.  Continue Reading

• Explore OpenStack management options for private cloud

  IT pros face a variety of options when it comes to managing OpenStack -- and those options vary, depending on whether they take a DIY or vendor-supported approach.  Continue Reading