April 2016

April 01, 2016 01 Apr'16
An exploration of the different types of cloud computing

From provisioning to monitoring resources, automation plays an essential role in the functions of all three types of cloud computing. Continue Reading
April 01, 2016 01 Apr'16
Linux container security is on the evolutionary fast track

Although containers still have their drawbacks, the Linux container security benefits far outweigh the risks and their rapid evolution promises hope for the future of server virtualization. Continue Reading
April 01, 2016 01 Apr'16
Windows Server 2016 promises exciting new Hyper-V features

What updates and new features does the latest version of Windows Server bring to Hyper-V? Continue Reading

The key VMware acquisitions and announcements in 2019

In 2019, VMware acquired Intrinsic, Carbon Black and others as it branched into new markets. It also improved its ...

VMware Cloud on AWS cost and capabilities -- then vs. now

When you compare VMware Cloud on AWS' initial release to its state in 2019, the cost of entry has lowered, the feature set has ...

VMware HCX improves VM mobility between vSphere clusters

VMware developed HCX to help customers move to VMware Cloud on AWS. HCX has since evolved as an offering and now enables VM and ...

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What admins need to know about Azure Stack HCI

Microsoft put its branding on a relatively new hyper-converged infrastructure offering that capitalizes on the software-defined ...

How to manage Exchange hybrid mail flow rules

Duplicating your existing transport rule collection won't work when you move to an Exchange hybrid deployment. Learn how to set ...

How to repair Windows Server using Windows SFC and DISM

Administrators can diagnose and treat a buggy server operating system by using the Windows SFC and DISM utilities for image ...

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Get started with Azure tags

The more Azure resources an organization consumes, the harder it becomes to track those resources. Proper tagging can help manage...

Review these Azure Service Bus best practices

When applications talk, you need to listen. Learn about Microsoft's cloud messaging service, its main features, best practices to...

Instill cloud change management best practices

Automation is essential to change management in the cloud. Discover the best practices that ensure your IT team is in sync and ...

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Benefits of virtualization highlighted in top 10 stories of 2019

Based on our top 10 most-read stories of 2019, IT pros sought to learn the benefits of virtualization, as well as the drawbacks, ...

VMware vs. Citrix: VDI security showdown

When it comes to VDI, Citrix and VMware are the two biggest players in the market. But which platform offers more security? Find ...

Understand VDI market shifts from traditional VDI to cloud

As the VDI market shifts to cloud-based VDI and DaaS, it's important to understand the bigger picture. Understand the benefits ...

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Comparing Linux distributions: Red Hat vs. Ubuntu

Before selecting a Linux distribution, compare Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ubuntu when it comes to features, ease of use, ...

Get eco-friendly with LEED data center certification

The U.S. Green Building Council helps companies make existing and new data centers eco-friendly. HVAC, lighting and monitoring ...

Top 4 open source automation tools for admins

Open source offerings are an easy way to bring automation into your organization. When selecting software, evaluate the user ...