Editors' Picks
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Long tail theory points to a long life for on-premises data centers
While cloud computing looms over traditional data centers, the long tail theory of IT says on-site facilities will be around for a while.06 Jun 2013
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PaaS adoption hindered by cloud washing, market immaturity
Many cloud pros see PaaS as the next big thing, if it can overcome vendors' cloud washing tricks and market immaturity. But what makes true PaaS?06 Jun 2013
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The future of SaaS: What do we need for SaaS monitoring nirvana?
Network Management expert Henry Svendblad explains what is needed to make IT monitoring worry-free in a software-as-a-Service environment.05 Jun 2013
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Amazon S3 encryption overview: How to secure data in the Amazon cloud
Learn details for employing Amazon S3 encryption features. Expert Dave Shackleford compares S3 encryption to other cloud provider offerings.31 May 2013
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The IT landscape faces Software as a Service challenges
Expert Henry Svendblad lays out the most important new challenges of managing your enterprise network in the era of Software as a Service.30 May 2013
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Interest in private clouds grows as market matures
Growing interest in private clouds reflects an improved understanding of cloud computing among IT pros, experts say.24 May 2013
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Sequestration stymies federal government cloud ambitions
The federal government is under mandates to consolidate data centers and deliver IT as a Service, but sequestration makes this easier said than done.22 May 2013
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Self-service portals give IT control in the cloud
Cloud computing purists say true clouds require portals for self-service, but those who've actually deployed portals are in the minority.15 May 2013
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IaaS business scales faster with Zuora billing software
While a user testified to the benefits of Zuora specialty billing software, an expert said the niche tool is not necessary for all.14 May 2013
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Buyer strategies for cloud price cuts
When cloud providers slash prices, it makes it tough for cloud buyers to find the real value. Here are some coping strategies for handling price cuts.13 May 2013
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How to implement cloud-based security services
Implementing cloud-based security services has rewards, but network pros must evaluate the cloud provider's architecture for security and reliability.09 May 2013
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Harnessing potential, avoiding problems with smaller PaaS providers
Smaller PaaS providers or the usual suspects? Gartner's Yefim Natis discusses the pros of partnering with PaaS startups and how to avoid the cons.09 May 2013
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CRM, ERP head up mobile applications offered by SaaS providers
More providers of SaaS are serving up customer relationship management, enterprise resource planning and other enterprise-specific mobile apps.08 May 2013
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Why enterprise IT should embrace the cloud business model
Many cloud providers offer catalogues of fixed-configuration VMs, and adopting this cloud business model could greatly benefit enterprise IT.06 May 2013
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Will Google IaaS offering add fuel to cloud's price war fire?
With Google IaaS entering the fray, cloud vendors may need to cut prices further to compete. Is this price war good for the consumer?06 May 2013
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Cloud computing continues to drive IT growth, shapes industry
IDC claims third platform technologies will drive 90% of growth in IT. Are enterprises choosing to ignore this shift sure to stagnate?30 Apr 2013
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How do I go about choosing a cloud provider for my company?
Choosing a cloud provider for your company can seem impossible until you compare your needs to a provider's core business.23 Apr 2013
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More enterprises develop mobile apps for SaaS
Learn why more enterprises are developing mobile apps for SaaS and why some turn to PaaS.18 Apr 2013
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Buyer beware: Cloud washing rampant among tech vendors
The cloud computing hype cycle has led many tech vendors to cloud wash their products. Here are the characteristics of a true cloud computing service.17 Apr 2013
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Industry-specific requirements shape the evolution of the XaaS market
As the Anything as a Service market shifts to a more industry-focused approach, will it lure enterprise IT?16 Apr 2013