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February 28, 2019 28 Feb'19
Sensu architecture smoothes monitoring data workflow for NCR

Sensu Go's architecture and monitoring as code prompted NCR to switch away from Zabbix and pass on SolarWinds, as it sought to collect data from 80,000 restaurant customers.
May 25, 2018 25 May'18
Chef InSpec users wrestle with compliance as code

Learning the ins and outs of the Chef InSpec product is only half the battle for compliance as code. The thornier task for some enterprises is to bridge the gap between compliance expertise and DevOps execution.
September 12, 2011 12 Sep'11
PacketMotion purchase no slam dunk for VMware

VMware has its work cut out for it integrating PacketMotion's hardware-based security appliances. Some virtualization pros say user access management isn’t on their radar yet.
November 09, 2010 09 Nov'10
Virtualization pros grapple with PCI DSS 2.0

PCI DSS 2.0 officially acknowledges server virtualization, but PCI compliance in virtual environments is still more art than science.

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Storing log data is an important part of the log management process. Maintain performance, security and backup policies with careful log consolidation. Continue Reading
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Container isolation compels IT orgs to rewrite security practices

IT organizations hear plenty of myths about isolation and security when they compare containerization vs. virtualization. One DevOps and containerization consultant sets the record straight in this podcast. Continue Reading
Securing containers keeps IT jumping through hoops

Container isolation doesn't cut it in production. Instead, beef up security from the infrastructure to the application code, and be prepared to use some new tools to do it. Continue Reading

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Meet data center compliance standards in hybrid deployments

Data center compliance is a moving target that shifts with standards and technologies. Don't get sidetracked by the complexity -- prioritize performance while maintaining compliance. Continue Reading
What are DMARC records and can they improve email security?

Last year, the U.S. federal government mandated that by October 2018, all agencies must have DMARC policies in place. Learn how complicated this requirement is with Judith Myerson. Continue Reading
Incorporate NIST security and virtualization recommendations

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Use an IT outage communication plan to recover from a host crash

Efficiently recover from a host crash by maintaining transparency for your stakeholders and evaluating the resources available for a full root cause analysis. Continue Reading
How to defend your VMs and virtualization hosts against cyberattacks

In an increasingly virtualized world, there's always the risk of falling prey to a cyberattack. The best way to prevent an attack is to have a solid security plan in place. Continue Reading
Prevent a rogue server from bringing down your data center

Don't let unplanned changes take a toll on your virtualized environment. Stop rogue servers in their tracks by identifying them and then deciding whether to keep or remove them. Continue Reading