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Compare 3 distinct types of Kubernetes platforms
There are three types of Kubernetes deployment options, each with its own benefits and challenges. Use this in-depth comparison to choose the best fit for your organization.
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Aqua Security buys CloudSploit, expands into cloud security
Amid consolidation and chaos in the cloud security market, Aqua snaps up CloudSploit and sets the stage for increased competition with traditional IT security vendors.
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A GitOps workflow won't benefit every IT organization
A move to GitOps is a major transition for an IT team and offers a wealth of perks, but it also carries significant challenges and a steep learning curve.
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Top considerations to deploy a service mesh architecture
Service mesh adoption is a long process that starts with careful evaluation of the technology and its deployment models. And that requires the involvement of both IT ops and dev teams.
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Compare 3 distinct types of Kubernetes platforms
There are three types of Kubernetes deployment options, each with its own benefits and challenges. Use this in-depth comparison to choose the best fit for your organization.
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When to use Jenkins vs. Jenkins X for pipeline automation
Three primary factors -- flexibility, Kubernetes adoption and the need for a GUI -- should shape an organization's decision between Jenkins and Jenkins X as a pipeline automation tool.
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A GitOps workflow won't benefit every IT organization
A move to GitOps is a major transition for an IT team and offers a wealth of perks, but it also carries significant challenges and a steep learning curve.
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Capitalize on the advantages of open source software in IT
Open source tools, including those for IT management, might be free, but there are broader pros and cons that might tip the scales for some enterprise buyers.
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Demystify the DevOps process, step by step
While varying definitions and vendor marketing spins can make the meaning of DevOps tough to nail down, there are concrete principles and processes that underpin the methodology.
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Manage the Windows PATH environment variable with PowerShell
Among many other tasks, IT teams can use PowerShell to manage and edit the PATH environment variable. Walk through these basic steps to access, add and remove system paths.
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Container Adoption: What to Expect in the 2nd Half of 2019
Let our expert guide assist you along your journey to using containers. Explore pros and cons, how container ecosystems will continue to develop this year, and 10 essential tips on containers and Kubernetes to bookmark.
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Compare 3 distinct types of Kubernetes platforms
There are three types of Kubernetes deployment options, each with its own benefits and challenges. Use this in-depth comparison to choose the best fit for your organization.
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Top considerations to deploy a service mesh architecture
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Capitalize on the advantages of open source software in IT
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When to use Jenkins vs. Jenkins X for pipeline automation
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Conduct an incident post-mortem for ongoing DevOps improvement
A thorough and effective post-mortem process can strengthen a DevOps organization -- but first, teams must be ready to dig deep and leave blame behind.
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Prevent man-in-the-middle attacks on apps, CI/CD toolchains
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Set up Nagios for Windows Server monitoring
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How to restore order after shadow DevOps
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A GitOps workflow won't benefit every IT organization
A move to GitOps is a major transition for an IT team and offers a wealth of perks, but it also carries significant challenges and a steep learning curve.
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Manage the Windows PATH environment variable with PowerShell
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Use centralized encryption methods in large-scale IT environments
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Acquire these 10 skills to become a DevOps engineer
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Master DevOps security with the right team setup and tools
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Let DevOps automation tools deliver for you
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Buyer's Handbook | October 2019
Choose the right container deployment and management system
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E-Handbook | July 2019
Combat these common DevOps challenges and mistakes
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Buyer's Handbook | June 2019
Explore artificial intelligence in ITSM and the tool options
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Demystify the DevOps process, step by step
While varying definitions and vendor marketing spins can make the meaning of DevOps tough to nail down, there are concrete principles and processes that underpin the methodology.
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Try out the Graphite monitoring tool for time-series data
Combined with third-party tools, Graphite provides a number of benefits for IT performance monitoring. Explore its core components -- including Carbon and Whisper -- and basic guidelines for installation.
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Master DevOps security with the right team setup and tools
Before implementing a DevSecOps strategy, software developers, security engineers and IT ops pros need a firm grasp on their unique roles in the process.
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Kubernetes networking 101 for IT admins
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Blog: Modern Operations: Apps & Stacks
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What does an IT person do? Answers from around the globe
The holiday season is fast approaching, when IT and DevOps professionals around the world answer a perennial question at the family dinner table: What does an IT person do? While you might only ...Continue Reading
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Gifts for geeks in 2018: analog edition
Gifts for geeks don't have to be digital. This year's suggestions feature a decidedly analog theme.Continue Reading
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Managing Cloud-Native Applications
Docker Enterprise spun off to Mirantis, company restructures
In an unexpected move, Docker sells off its Docker Enterprise business -- including customer support -- to Mirantis and refocuses on Docker Hub and Docker Desktop.
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Managing Cloud-Native Applications
Aqua Security buys CloudSploit, expands into cloud security
Amid consolidation and chaos in the cloud security market, Aqua snaps up CloudSploit and sets the stage for increased competition with traditional IT security vendors.
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Managing Cloud-Native Applications
Microservices security calls for zero-trust, data classification
Sanity in a zero-trust world for microservices security calls for IT teams to prioritize the assets they must protect, and that starts with data classification.
SearchITOperations Definitions
- configuration management (CM)
- Amazon Elastic Container Registry (Amazon ECR)
- VMware PKS (VMware Pivotal Container Service)
- MIS (management information systems)