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As BYOD trend takes off, cloud providers see opportunity to add value
IT departments often feel somewhat squeamish about data security issues with the BYOD trend, but that's where cloud providers can step in. Feature
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IPv6 basics: Your guide to living in an IPv6 world
Struggling to grasp the IPv6 basics? This guide offers expert tips and responses on everything you need to know about making the IPv6 transition. guide
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As cloud providers consider build vs. buy, many lean toward 'build'
Some cloud providers say vendors aren't keeping up with their needs, sparking a debate about build vs. buy for cloud infrastructure. Feature
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Cloud cost savings debatable in build-vs.-buy issue for providers
In the build vs. buy debate, cloud providers want vendors to show them the cost savings when it comes to buying true carrier-class hardware or software. Feature
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When disaster strikes, GIS technology helps prevent cloud disruption
When integrated with network management systems, geographic information system (GIS) technology can help cloud providers minimize service disruptions. Feature
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Cloud application architectures: When to redesign an app for the cloud
Not all legacy apps are cloud-ready, and some never will be. Providers must decide which apps to redesign to suit cloud application architectures. Feature
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MSPs hone integration skills to meet demand for private cloud services
Customers are likely to adopt a combination of public and private cloud services, which means MSPs should bone up on cloud integration, implementation and management skills. Feature
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Opinion: Big Switch's OpenFlow play is big news for cloud networking
Cloud services require a more dynamic approach to networking like OpenFlow offers. Big Switch Networks' cloud networking play, Open SDN, appears to be a promising answer. Opinion
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Cloud capacity planning not just about capex -- it's an SLA issue, too
Do you know how to play Tetris? Good -- then you're halfway to understanding the rigors of cloud capacity planning. Learn the rest in this free chapter download. Tutorial
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A cloud broker can be a cloud provider's best friend
Gartner says most cloud customers will be using cloud brokers by 2015. Cloud providers need to build partnerships with them today. Feature
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News briefs: Juniper backs Cloudscaling; Joyent takes on AWS in IaaS
This week, Cloudscaling's $10 million in Series B funding includes backing from Juniper and Joyent updates its IaaS strategy to woo AWS customers. News | 30 May 2013
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VMware hybrid cloud service unlikely to start turf war with providers
Despite directly competing with many of its cloud provider customers' offerings, VMware's new hybrid cloud service is unlikely to damage partnerships. News | 24 May 2013
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MSPAlliance cloud insurance offers liability coverage for providers
The MSPAlliance introduces new cloud insurance program, offering extended liability coverage for providers and peace of mind for customers. News | 22 May 2013
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News briefs: Google cloud services headline I/O, Compute Engine opens
In these briefs, Google I/O delivers news about Google's cloud services, including a new database service and general availability of Compute Engine. News | 17 May 2013
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News briefs: HP updates FlexFabric line; Citrix refines partner program
In these briefs, HP updates its FlexFabric portfolio, Citrix revamps its partner programs and Brocade debuts its vision for on-demand data centers. News | 06 May 2013
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News briefs: Liability insurance for providers, multi-cloud takes off
In these news briefs, a survey suggests more enterprises use multi-cloud strategies, and the MSPAlliance updates its cloud insurance for providers. News | 30 Apr 2013
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News briefs: Microsoft heats up IaaS market, Google wants to go greener
In this week's cloud news, Microsoft heats up competition in the IaaS market while Google petitions local utilities for more clean energy options. News | 23 Apr 2013
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News briefs: Google Compute Engine opens up, OpenStack Grizzly debuts
This week in cloud news, Google IaaS opens to more users, OpenStack Grizzly rolls out and an IBM supercomputer fights disease with data in Poland. News | 08 Apr 2013
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Citrix updates self-service cloud portal to pave the way for XaaS
Citrix's new self-service cloud portal software serves as an easy-to-use cloud orchestration tool for providers to deliver Anything as a Service. News | 27 Mar 2013
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News briefs: PayPal considers OpenStack cloud, Cisco buys SolveDirect
In these news briefs, PayPal plans to build an OpenStack cloud with 10,000 servers, Cisco acquires SolveDirect and CloudStack grows up. News | 27 Mar 2013
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PCI e-commerce compliance guidelines for third-party payment processors
Expert Mike Chapple details the PCI SSC's third-party processor rules and how to outsource card processing and stay PCI DSS compliant. Tip
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Providers must address top cloud computing issues to succeed in 2013
After many high-profile blunders last year, cloud providers must overcome customers' concerns to gain mainstream traction in 2013. Tip
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Ensure cloud uptime with common standards for data center designs
Standards-based approaches to data center designs can cut costs and prevent potential fallout from service outages. Tip
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Differentiate your cloud hosting services without causing lock-in
Read these four tips to learn how providers can differentiate their cloud hosting services while still curbing customers' fear of cloud lock-in. Tip
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Five big provider trends in 2013: The future of cloud computing is PaaS
The cloud gained a lot of ground in 2012, but the future of cloud computing still has a ways to go. Is it finally the year of Platform as a Service? Tip
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IPv6-ready cloud providers have edge over competitors stuck in IPv4
IPv6-ready cloud providers offer technology advantages to enterprises planning to deploy public or hybrid cloud services, according to an IPv6/cloud analysis. Tip
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OpenFlow tutorial for cloud providers
In this OpenFlow tutorial, networking expert Tom Nolle shows how OpenFlow can be a competitive advantage and outlines steps for providers to test it. Tip
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Tier 3: Cloud federation enables providers to expand service footprint
In part three of this series on cloud federation, network services expert Rebecca Wetzel explains how Tier 3's platform enables providers to rapidly expand their footprints. Tip
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SpotCloud: Federation unites cloud services broker's marketplace
In part one of this three-part series on cloud federation, network services expert Rebecca Wetzel discusses cloud services broker Enomaly and its marketplace, SpotCloud. Tip
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Three paths to the federated cloud: Which is right for you?
In this three-part tip series, learn about three trail-blazing players in federated cloud, their distinct business models and how they work with cloud providers. Tip
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How long does the IPv4 to IPv6 transition take?
Various factors, including financial burden, will influence how long the transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will take, says IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu. AtE
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Is testing IPv6 more difficult than testing IPv4?
Find out how testing procedures differ from one version to the next. IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu weighs in. AtE
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Understanding IPv6: Who should be included in your training programs?
Understanding IPv6 is important, and there are several groups in your company that you should focus on during training, says IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu. Answer
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What are the different phases of an IPv6 implementation?
In an IPv6 implementation, it's important to spend time with each of the five phase of the process, IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu says. AtE
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How can you maximize the ROI for IPv6 training?
Have a well-thought-out plan for IPv6 training before you start, says IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu, and follow these tips after schooling begins. AtE
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Is it more useful to jump into IPv6 testing or master IPv6 theory?
Mastering the theory behind IPv6 and the act of IPv6 testing are both important, but one is more helpful long term, says cloud expert Chip Popoviciu. AtE
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Should your IPv6 deployment mirror your IPv4 strategy?
Your IPv6 deployment should be distinct from your IPv4 strategy in several ways, says IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu. AtE
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How does IPv6 affect support for hybrid cloud services customers?
Hybrid cloud services customers have specific needs surrounding IPv6 support, and many providers aren't meeting them, Ciprian Popoviciu says. AtE
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What features should we look for in cloud management software?
Cloud expert Mooney Sherman says cloud management software should track how providers allocate resources and gauge the security of the operations. Answer
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Are cloud vendors keeping up with the need to support IPv6?
Vendors are moving in the right direction in terms of IPv6 support, but more work is needed in this area, says IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu. Answer
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cloud portability
Cloud portability is the ability to move applications and data from one cloud computing environment to another with minimal disruption. Definition
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user self-provisioning
User self-provisioning, also known as cloud self-service, is a system that allows end users to set up and launch applications and services in a cloud computing environment without the direct intervention of an IT organization or a service provider. Definition
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cloud services
A cloud service is any resource that is provided over the Internet. Definition
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cloud services reseller
A cloud services reseller is a middleman who facilitates commerce between a cloud service provider and the marketplace. Definition
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Green clouds take shape: Five providers' eco-friendly tech strategies
Green clouds are gathering from sunny California to the hot springs of Iceland, and their technology is pushing the standards of sustainability. Photo Story
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CloudCast Weekly: Cloud consulting services, check-in with OpenStack
In this week-in-review podcast, our site editors discuss the trend of providers offering cloud consulting services, plus the news around OpenStack. Podcast
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CloudCast Weekly: Amazon cloud outage underscores limits of automation
In this week-in-review podcast, our editors discuss the implications of the latest Amazon cloud outage and the human error that caused it. Podcast
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CloudCast Weekly: Are PaaS providers more likely to succeed?
Cloud providers struggling in the IaaS market may have no other choice than to morph into PaaS providers and focus on more advanced cloud services. Podcast
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Why providers must rethink their concept of cloud computing
To realize the full market potential of cloud, providers must rethink their concept of cloud computing by focusing on three key areas. Video
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DevOps in the Cloud: CloudFormation learning center
In this video excerpt, Paul Duvall defines a CloudFormation template for provisioning AWS' resources, and explains creating a CloudFormation stack. Video
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Top cloud services enterprises and SMBs want to buy
A recent survey revealed the top cloud services that IT pros want to buy in the next six months. Find out if you're ready to meet their needs. Photo Story
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CloudCast Weekly: What's the deal with AWS Reserved Instance Marketplace?
Tune in as our editors discuss the new Amazon Web Services (AWS) Reserved Instance Marketplace and whether other providers should follow suit. Podcast
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Best practices for developing a cloud managed services business
No two cloud managed services strategies should be identical, but they often share common challenges. Find out what they are and how to overcome them in this podcast. Podcast
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VAR business must prep for cloud computing services
The VAR business can benefit greatly from offering cloud computing services and applications, according to IDC's vice president of channels, Janet Waxman. Video
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How long does the IPv4 to IPv6 transition take?
Various factors, including financial burden, will influence how long the transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will take, says IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu. AtE
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PCI e-commerce compliance guidelines for third-party payment processors
Expert Mike Chapple details the PCI SSC's third-party processor rules and how to outsource card processing and stay PCI DSS compliant. Tip
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Is testing IPv6 more difficult than testing IPv4?
Find out how testing procedures differ from one version to the next. IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu weighs in. AtE
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Understanding IPv6: Who should be included in your training programs?
Understanding IPv6 is important, and there are several groups in your company that you should focus on during training, says IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu. Answer
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News briefs: Juniper backs Cloudscaling; Joyent takes on AWS in IaaS
This week, Cloudscaling's $10 million in Series B funding includes backing from Juniper and Joyent updates its IaaS strategy to woo AWS customers. News
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VMware hybrid cloud service unlikely to start turf war with providers
Despite directly competing with many of its cloud provider customers' offerings, VMware's new hybrid cloud service is unlikely to damage partnerships. News
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What are the different phases of an IPv6 implementation?
In an IPv6 implementation, it's important to spend time with each of the five phase of the process, IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu says. AtE
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MSPAlliance cloud insurance offers liability coverage for providers
The MSPAlliance introduces new cloud insurance program, offering extended liability coverage for providers and peace of mind for customers. News
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News briefs: Google cloud services headline I/O, Compute Engine opens
In these briefs, Google I/O delivers news about Google's cloud services, including a new database service and general availability of Compute Engine. News
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How can you maximize the ROI for IPv6 training?
Have a well-thought-out plan for IPv6 training before you start, says IPv6 expert Ciprian Popoviciu, and follow these tips after schooling begins. AtE
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