Tag: Cloud Computing 54 posts
This section about cloud computing contains articles focused on the future of IT. Wondering about the cloud? Read the helpful Cloud Computing 101, Private vs Public Cloud and What the Cloud Really Is and Is It Right for You, and more for the varying applications of cloud computing.
Interview with Nigel Cook at VMworld 2011
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 28, 2011 ⋅ 14:28 ⋅ Post a comment
Nigel Cook designed the HP CloudSystem Matrix as Hewlett-Packard’s Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platform. Watch this interview from VMworld 2011 to find out how HP Cloud Services are moving virtual infrastructures to the cloud.
VMworld 2011 Interview: Sean Clark
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 21, 2011 ⋅ 7:52 ⋅ Post a comment
Our next VMworld 2011 interview is with virtualization expert Sean Clark. He’s one of the co-instigators of VMunderground, and here he talks about using his technical expertise to volunteer in his community.
Interview with NetApp’s Nick Howell
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 20, 2011 ⋅ 10:54 ⋅ Post a comment
From our VMworld 2011 interview series, storage expert Nick Howell of NetApp talks about the company’s unique solutions, and his observations of social community at VMworld.
Interview with Kendrick Coleman of VCE
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 19, 2011 ⋅ 6:16 ⋅ Post a comment
This video from our VMworld 2011 interview series features vExpert, VCP Kendrick Coleman of VCE talking about the Vblock infrastructures and how they are expanding the role of virtualization in industries outside of IT.
Interview with Jake Robinson of Bluelock at VMworld 2011
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 14, 2011 ⋅ 3:58 ⋅ Post a comment
This video from our VMworld 2011 interview series has Jake Robinson of Bluelock talking about the cloud, PowerShell, and Bluelock news.
Windows Live Mesh 2011: User Guide
By Eric English ⋅ October 12, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Windows Live Mesh 2011 allows you to synchronize files between multiple devices and the cloud — and it’s completely free. Learn how to install. configure and use Live Mesh to sync files and remotely control the PC you have it installed on.
New Training Release: VMware vSphere 5 Training
By Chris Magiet ⋅ August 29, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
VMware vSphere 5 just came out, and we are following suit with our new course by vExperts David Davis and Elias Khnaser. Be one of the first to master vSphere 5 with quality instruction from some of the most knowledgeable figures in the industry.
Microsoft MVP Sean Deuby on the Future of the IT Professional’s Career
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ August 16, 2011 ⋅ 7:09 ⋅ Post a comment
In this video interview Microsoft MVP, Sean Deuby, shares a few handy tips on how IT professionals can position themselves for jobs of the future by understanding the basics of cloud computing and mastering PowerShell. Learn more.
How To Set Up Microsoft Office 365 Beta for Small Business
By Brian Nelson ⋅ June 8, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Microsoft Office 365 runs all of the necessary software and applications that a small business needs and the setup can be accomplished by any reasonably tech savvy small business owner. See how to setup an Office 365 team, permissions and licenses in Office 365 beta.
Microsoft Office 365: Cloud-Based Web Applications
By Brian Nelson ⋅ May 24, 2011 ⋅ One comment
Microsoft Office 365 is currently in beta and if you haven’t given it a try yet, here’s what you need to learn about the new platform. In this article we’ll take a look at the Office 365 applications, email and calendar functions in Office 365 and more.
Interview with Joey Snow from Microsoft’s TechNet Edge
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ May 16, 2011 ⋅ 5:48 ⋅ Post a comment
Check out this interview with Joey Snow, Technical Evangelist for Microsoft and TechNet Edge star, and learn more about Windows Azure and how you can master the cloud.
Guide to Windows Azure Certifications
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ May 2, 2011 ⋅ One comment
There are currently three Windows Azure certifications geared towards developers. In this article we take a look at why someone should want to get a Windows Azure certification, what the available Azure training options are and a couple of special offers for those who are interested.
Cloud Computing 101: Private vs Public Cloud
By Veronica Henry ⋅ April 27, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
What is the cloud? What is the difference between a private and a public cloud? What should you look for in a cloud provider? These are the questions we’ll answer in this article on private vs public clouds.
IT Certification Update: March 2011
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ March 7, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
In March we’re taking a closer look at new certifications and announcements from Microsoft, VMware, Cisco and CompTIA. Learn about the upcoming VMware Certified Associate 4 – Desktop certification, CompTIA’s new CTP+ certification, Cisco’s new Security Specialist and VCS certifications, and Microsoft’s new MCDP for Azure Developers and new Cloud certifications.
Cloud Computing 101: What “The Cloud” Really Is and Is It Right For You
By David Davis ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ 8 comments
This article will help you grasp the concept of the cloud and the different public and private cloud services such as IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service) and SaaS (Software as a Service). It will also help you determine if cloud solutions are right for you.
Cloud Storage Options: Dropbox and Ubuntu One
By Veronica Henry ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
What can you store in the cloud? Which cloud storage option is right for you? This article compares Dropbox and Ubuntu One and will help you choose a cloud storage solution that is right for your needs.
Acronis Adds a Cloud Based Disaster Recovery Service
By Steven Warren ⋅ September 1, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
I spent some time in the vendor area today and stopped by the Acronis booth. I am excited to report that Iland and Acronis join forces to bring together a powerful disaster recovery service in the Cloud. Iland, a VMware service provider, teams up with Acronis to create an offering called Rapid-Response Cloud Based Business Continuity. This [...]
3 Screens and a Cloud: What is Cloud Computing?
By Steven Warren ⋅ September 1, 2010 ⋅ 4 comments
Microsoft CEO Steve Balmer has claimed many times that computing was heading towards “three screens and a cloud.” The three screens being TV, computer and mobile phone, while the “cloud” ties them all together. Driving the development of cloud computing, ironically is the mobile phone market. With services like Gmail, Dropbox and Apple’s MobileMe, cloud [...]
What is VMware vCloud Director?
By Steven Warren ⋅ August 31, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
VMware’s vCloud Director is a solution where you can build private clouds securely by pooling resources in your infrastructure and delivering them via web portals to be consumed as a service. An example of VMware vCloud Director is shown below: For more information on the vCloud Director read the following: VMware vCloud Director Technical White [...]
The Future of VMware Workstation and Cloud Development
By Steven Warren ⋅ August 30, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
Before the session ever started, they put out the disclaimer to not hold us to any timelines or features. With that being said, they have some really cool stuff that they are working on in the labs. VMware wants to provide us with the ability to export a virtual machine (VM) to a removable disk [...]