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Test your Kubernetes terminology expertise with this quiz

Can you ace this quiz on Kubernetes architecture and component terminology? Assess your knowledge of these terms and whether you need to hit the books -- or online documentation. Continue Reading
Can you accurately measure SLA expectations and results?

Realistic SLA expectations rely on accurately defined criteria, properly set. Test your knowledge of SLA measurements and learn to tailor contracts that avoid costly consequences with this quiz. Continue Reading
Pop quiz: Can you identify these top IT trends of 2019?

From serverless and AIOps to a widening tech skills gap, numerous IT trends bring momentum into 2019. See how ready you are for new opportunities and hurdles in IT with this quiz. Continue Reading
Identify mutable and immutable infrastructures in action

Change is constant in app code, server configuration and VM security policies alike. IT orgs enforce consistency while embracing change with immutable infrastructure. So what does it look like? Continue Reading
Know how container host machine resources get used?

What's a container's resource limit? How do they scale? What OS does a host machine need? Answer 10 questions to prove your container deployment knowledge. Continue Reading

How well do you know Docker components and services?

With Docker containers moving into more enterprise IT shops, it's imperative to grasp how the technology works. Test your knowledge of Docker components and services with this quiz. Continue Reading
DevOps quiz: What IT admins need to know

As DevOps tools gain a place in the IT landscape, IT admins should brush up on what they know about DevOps. Continue Reading
Pop quiz: Test your knowledge of open source terminology

Open source technology is a wild west at times. Make sure your open source terminology is up to snuff with this short quiz. Continue Reading
What do you know about workload management tools?

Using workload management tools is a step toward an efficient data center. How well do you know your workload automation options? Continue Reading
What are DCIM tools? Test your knowledge with this quiz

Vendors talk about DCIM tools like they're going out of style, but what do you actually know about them? Take our quiz to find out and learn more. Continue Reading

3 ways to benefit from open source infrastructure

Using open source infrastructure can reduce operating costs and streamline upgrades, but it's important to weigh the pros and ...

IBM mainframes face competitive pressures inside and out

IBM's mainframe business continues to be under pressure from cloud-based competitors, and perhaps even its own Power server. ...

Linux features beyond server management

Due to its open source nature, Linux is constantly gaining new capabilities. Here's a look at some common use cases and features.

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Prepare for the deprecation of Amazon S3 path-style API requests

AWS' users should start building apps with virtual-hosted API requests, if they aren't already. Learn about the S3 path-style ...

Inside Amazon Managed Blockchain components and pricing

Many enterprises can benefit from blockchain technology, but few should build it from scratch. See how Amazon Managed Blockchain ...

How to use Athena to troubleshoot AWS operations issues

Amazon Athena runs analysis against data stored in S3, where AWS admins can find a trove of ops data for troubleshooting and ...

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Container deployment considerations for successful implementation

Containers can be useful for specific workloads but admins should consider certain factors, such as security and portability ...

5 Kubernetes adoption considerations you should think about

Understand the basics of Kubernetes, including how it works and its pros and cons, before deciding whether or not to adopt. Then,...

Effectively manage containers and improve workload performance

Containers are increasingly popular, so it's vital that admins understand the tools available and learn how to manage containers ...

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What Oracle delivered at OOW 2015

Learn how Oracle was pushing its cloud technologies, but OOW 2015 keynote speakers largely talked about cloud strategies.

Five key terms in enterprise cloud applications you need to know

Are you stumped by enterprise cloud applications or related technology? Check out this breakdown of five important terms to help ...

Survey: Developer-programmer pay, job satisfaction below IT average

In TechTarget's 2013 IT Salary and Careers Survey, developer-programmer respondents reported lower pay and less job satisfaction ...

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Weigh cost, flexibility in your Java cloud IDE comparisons

What's in a cloud IDE for Java developers? Flexibility and integration for starters. Consider these four options in your ...

What are the differences between EAR, JAR and WAR files?

JAR, WAR and EAR files provide options in a Java application deployment. Let's compare these file types and determine which one ...

4 great Java-based CMS options

Open source Java CMS tools come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Explore these four platforms to see if they would be a ...

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Microsoft Azure feature targets application latency woes

A new Microsoft Azure function can place VMs associated with a multi-tier application inside the same cloud data center to reduce...

VMware on Azure gains early adherents

Microsoft's Azure VMware Solutions service will compete with the VMware Cloud on AWS offering, and reflects a move to the cloud ...

Best practices for negotiating a SaaS SLA

SaaS apps offer convenience, but enterprises still need to do their due diligence with prospective vendors. Follow these tips to ...

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How to bust security silos and secure your operation

DevOps means velocity, though, not at security's expense. Rapid7's Jen Andre thinks automation and orchestration strategies can ...

The first step from Agile to DevOps is a pilot project

Agile to DevOps isn't as perilous as Waterfall to Agile, but it will take measurable goals and an efficient pilot project to ...

Best practices for DevOps compliance and reusability

You know you want to scale with a model-driven process. So how do you make it work? Start with these best practices for ...