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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

Exascale computing, now at $2.8B, described as critical to U.S.

The race to build exascale supercomputers is a project of big governments -- China, Japan, the European Union and the U.S. ...

HPE-Cray deal brings supercomputers to enterprises for AI

HPE's $1.3 billion deal to acquire supercomputing pioneer Cray Inc. should better position the company in the HPC market among IT...

IBM mainframe pricing overhaul inspired by cloud model

IBM's new Tailored Fit Pricing model gives enterprises more flexibility in the types of workloads they run on the z/OS platform.

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Access and modify data for mobile apps with AWS AppSync

Consider AWS AppSync to support mobile app development. Look into key features, such as real-time updates and in-app data ...

Follow this step-by-step guide to use AWS Lambda with PowerShell

Explore the process needed to prepare, package and publish Lambda functions with PowerShell modules. Use the examples in each ...

AWS IQ marketplace taps demand for AWS experts

AWS is at work on IQ, a job marketplace that matches AWS experts with customers. Similar in appearance to the likes of Upwork, IQ...

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Overcome VM migration complexity with proper preparation

Discover best practices to properly prepare your VMs for cloud migration to avoid errors and issues with business needs. The key ...

RHV 4.3 updates take backseat to container-native virtualization

Most new apps start in containers nowadays. However, certain legacy applications still don't work with containers. RHV 4.3 hopes ...

When to choose Hyper-V containers over VMs

There are different use cases for Hyper-V containers and VMs, but the most important thing to take into consideration when ...

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How IIoT and consumer IoT handle data differently

IIoT applications must be able to handle large amounts of continuous data from business facilities. Find out why IIoT apps need ...

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 ...

TheServerSide.com

Don't let plugins open up more Jenkins vulnerabilities

Let's explore the Blue Ocean, Config File Provider and Groovy plugins with security vulnerabilities. Here's how to address them, ...

NetBeans Java IDE becomes top-level Apache project

The NetBeans Java development environment has achieved top-level project status at the Apache Software Foundation, a leading open...

Use entropy as a service to bolster your security

Cryptographic keys help improve security in your enterprise. Consider entropy as a way to safeguard your data and prevent hackers...

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Multi-cloud management tools fall short of expectations

Multi-cloud presents new management issues for enterprises. Users want better visibility and control of multiple clouds, but ...

Microsoft hands developer advocates keys to the kingdom

Microsoft views developers as key to not only maintaining its customer base, but expanding it through interaction with open ...

Poor hybrid data placement can swell cloud costs

Enterprises that rely on public clouds are no stranger to egress traffic charges, but those costs can skyrocket when it comes to ...

DevOpsAgenda

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 ...