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• Ensure AWS video file conversion doesn't break the bank

  Video file conversion can be a costly but necessary task for enterprises to reach their customers. Find the right mix of functionality and price with these services.  Continue Reading

• Assess VMC on AWS benefits against possible tradeoffs

  AWS provides the types of benefits many VMware -- and Amazon -- users want, despite some tradeoffs for those more accustomed to vSphere on premises.  Continue Reading

• Public snapshots pose significant Amazon EBS security risks

  Exposed EBS snapshots can leave volumes open to public intrusion or manipulation. Manage your snapshot settings carefully to protect your EC2 data.  Continue Reading

• Plan ahead for app portability in multi-cloud deployments

  For dev teams who work primarily with AWS, multi-cloud presents some challenges. Explore these ways to ensure app portability and whether that flexibility is worth the effort.  Continue Reading

• Weigh Amazon SageMaker ease of use against needed AI skills

  SageMaker shouldn't be viewed as the AWS machine learning cure-all but, instead, as a potential option for developers with some AI and data analysis background.  Continue Reading

• Note these Amazon Lex chatbot integrations, limits

  Amazon Lex opens the door for conversational interactions with apps. But, while it's easy to create a chatbot, you must have the right pieces in place to take advantage of Lex.  Continue Reading

• Enlist AWS IoT security tools to defend your network

  The internet of things offers great promise but introduces some unique risks. Research common vulnerabilities and follow best practices to secure your AWS IoT deployment.  Continue Reading

• Learn the basics of Amazon EFS to find the right storage fit

  While EFS offers features that S3 doesn't, Elastic File System isn't necessarily the right AWS storage service for all enterprise needs. Use this overview to weigh your options.  Continue Reading

• Compare EKS pricing to other managed Kubernetes services

  With Elastic Container Service for Kubernetes now available, enterprises can weigh the cost benefits of the service. Dig into the numbers to decide whether -- and how -- to deploy EKS.  Continue Reading

• AWS IoT Analytics churns device data into insights

  To tap into the business value of IoT data, organizations first need the right set of tools. Compare these AWS analytics services and the features they bring to the table.  Continue Reading

• Perform an Amazon RDS failover with minimal downtime

  Walk through this example of an RDS failover process using the Amazon Aurora engine to minimize production downtime and maintain performance in your cloud environment.  Continue Reading

• BigQuery vs. Redshift debate centers around cost, management

  Google BigQuery and Amazon Redshift remain two popular options for a data warehouse in the cloud. But, to choose between them, enterprises need to factor in some distinct differences.  Continue Reading

• Weigh the pros, cons of AWS CodeCommit for source control

  Before developers commit to AWS' native source control service, they should carefully evaluate the benefits and tradeoffs compared to alternatives like GitHub.  Continue Reading

• Use AWS SAM to consistently manage serverless apps

  AWS Serverless Application Model can simplify the management of serverless apps. Use this step-by-step example to get started with the service.  Continue Reading

• Debug more quickly with AWS CodeBuild local support

  AWS CodeBuild's local features serve as much-needed support for dev teams that can't afford lengthy wait times. Here's how to implement these features to ramp up development.  Continue Reading

• Amazon Neptune arms analytics teams with graph databases

  Turn to a graph database to put aside table joins for good. With Amazon Neptune, a developer can assess and query relationships between data sets.  Continue Reading

• Assess AWS serverless costs and learn how to reduce them

  Serverless architectures help teams deploy to production faster but also introduce an entirely new cost structure. Use this step-by-step example to know what to expect on a bill.  Continue Reading

• Breadth of AWS features acts as a double-edged sword for IT

  AWS offers a wide variety of cloud tools but, in some cases, still lacks the core IT management and ops features that enterprises crave.  Continue Reading

• AWS Shield provides DDoS attack protection as threats mount

  DDoS attacks continue to grow in sophistication, and enterprises need to be on alert. AWS Shield provides two tiers of automatic protection, but are they enough?  Continue Reading

• Use service-linked IAM roles to simplify user permissions

  While AWS IAM enables control over a cloud environment, it can become a management nightmare. Automate part of this process via service-linked roles to free up time for other tasks.  Continue Reading

• AWS low-code strategy hones in on back-end services

  AWS has yet to unveil a native and general-purpose low-code platform, but some of its services, such as Lex and Sumerian, seem to endorse that model.  Continue Reading

• AWS termination protection acts as resource safety belt

  In the push to get applications to production quickly, mistakes can happen. But you can avoid potentially disastrous AWS resource deletion through these features and strategies.  Continue Reading

• How AWS Fargate reduces container management burdens

  Enterprises face a number of management challenges when they adopt containers. While AWS Fargate eliminates some of these hurdles, be sure to mind your bill.  Continue Reading

• Build an AWS incident response plan in 4 key steps

  Enterprises should develop and test an incident response plan for an AWS deployment -- before a hack ever occurs. Follow these four steps to get started.  Continue Reading

• Cost to run EC2 instances vs. Docker containers

  Fans of Docker claim it has many advantages for application deployment. But how does this translate in AWS? We do a trial run to compare costs.  Continue Reading

• To secure AWS, a human touch goes a long way

  Even with recent advancements around cloud automation, security and resiliency still require a human touch. Sharpen your skills to keep AWS disruption-free.  Continue Reading

• Three AWS budget challenges that plague enterprises

  Based on their size, companies face unique challenges around budget management in the cloud. Follow this expert advice to keep your costs in check.  Continue Reading

• Implement AWS billing alerts to stay on budget

  AWS offers compute power at your fingertips, but cloud resources can quickly drive up costs if users aren't careful. Stay within your budget with AWS billing alarms and metrics.  Continue Reading

• Assess five ways to deploy AWS containers to production

  Enterprises can choose from a range of AWS container deployment options. To make the right choice, they should first consider how much control they want over the infrastructure.  Continue Reading

• Compare dedicated cloud connections from AWS, Azure and GCP

  Leading public cloud providers offer dedicated, albeit different, options to help enterprises securely connect to off-premises resources. Here's a breakdown of your options.  Continue Reading

• Navigate the AWS Lambda lifecycle to give functions a tuneup

  Concurrency limits and cold starts affect the performance of Lambda functions. Gain a deeper understanding of how the service really works to cut down on unnecessary delays.  Continue Reading

• Tips and tools to give AWS network performance a jolt

  Don't wait for network performance to lag to do something about it. Proactively monitor AWS workloads to identify troublesome areas that can disrupt the end-user experience.  Continue Reading

• Rotate AWS access keys to boost cloud security

  Access key rotation helps an enterprise avoid security lapses, and you can do it without disrupting your cloud environment. Follow these five steps to secure cloud access.  Continue Reading

• AWS development services push apps from code to production

  To create an AWS deployment pipeline, developers use various tools, including CodeCommit and CodeDeploy, to build and rigorously test their applications.  Continue Reading

• Why take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam?

  Even if you're not an IT pro, you can ace the AWS certification exam. Break down the communication walls between nontechnical staff and cloud experts by obtaining this AWS certification.  Continue Reading

• Amazon FreeRTOS aims to simplify, secure IoT deployment

  Operational technology teams have been slow to update microcontroller software due to safety and logistics concerns, but Amazon FreeRTOS aims to ease that process for AWS users.  Continue Reading

• Support for Node.js in AWS Lambda slowly, but surely, evolves

  Developers who need the latest version of Node.js for a serverless platform might turn to Lambda rivals to meet that need. But AWS' slow pace of support has quickened -- somewhat.  Continue Reading

• Protect your serverless app with this mix of AWS tools

  As they move to serverless platforms, such as Lambda, development and operations teams need to acquire a new mindset -- and set of tools -- to keep their workloads safe.  Continue Reading

• How Amazon Transcribe opens the door for speech recognition

  Amazon's audio transcription service, Transcribe, has caught developers' eyes for a number of reasons, but make sure its early limitations don't land you in trouble.  Continue Reading

• Build a data lake in AWS for analytics success

  It can feel overwhelming to migrate data to AWS for analysis. But, while there are challenges, Quick Start guides and services like Snowball and Glue ease the process.  Continue Reading

• Mind sensitive data during a hybrid cloud migration

  Many organizations fret over the security of sensitive data in hybrid cloud. And while that fear isn't totally irrational, there are solid options to keep your workloads safe.  Continue Reading

• Management tools emerge from VMware-AWS partnership

  VMware provides a series of tools, including Discovery, Cost Insight and Wavefront, to lighten the multi-cloud management burden for VMware Cloud on AWS customers.  Continue Reading

• How Amazon Comprehend works for basic text analysis

  Amazon's text analysis service, Comprehend, parses documents for key phrases, sentiment and more. But there are volume and input limitations to mind.  Continue Reading

• Try this data science experiment for deep learning insights

  Deep learning professionals require a specific set of skills and tools. Follow this simple example of a data science project to learn more about the technology and related careers.  Continue Reading

• Zero-trust model boosts AWS infrastructure security

  Security worries slowed early cloud adoption, and while many organizations eventually migrated, they failed to lock down access. Here's one way to combat that problem.  Continue Reading

• HIPAA-eligible services nudge enterprises toward compliance

  While certain services on AWS can help you ensure HIPAA compliance, don't view them as a complete replacement for proper security checks and approval processes.  Continue Reading

• Azure and AWS continue their race for public cloud dominance

  In the battle between public cloud vendors, Microsoft hopes its large enterprise customer base and a focus on hybrid cloud can help it close the gap with AWS.  Continue Reading

• AWS Direct Connect gateway grants your network global access

  Large global enterprises will welcome AWS Direct Connect gateways, which enable multi-region connections to VPCs. However, some limitations to the service still exist.  Continue Reading

• DynamoDB features recharge AWS database service

  Developers who got sick of AWS' roundabout backup method for DynamoDB can breathe a sigh of relief. Backup and Restore, as well as Global Tables, eliminate cumbersome processes.  Continue Reading

• How cloud vets can advance along an AWS career path

  Cloud training companies often gear their material toward newcomers. But experienced cloud professionals can enhance their knowledge, too, with some dedication.  Continue Reading

• How to deploy IoT Lambda on AWS Greengrass-connected hardware

  Not all Lambda functions are built the same. Follow this advice, and implement best practices to account for Lambda limitations and features in Greengrass edge deployments.  Continue Reading

• Latest AWS machine learning service takes aim at AI novices

  The latest service in AWS' AI portfolio, Amazon SageMaker, is designed to simplify the deployment of new machine learning models, but still requires data science skills.  Continue Reading

• EKS enters the fray of container orchestrator options

  Amazon EKS relieves some of the headaches that have plagued the provider's Elastic Container Service. Here's an overview of key features and how to get started with a migration.  Continue Reading

• Manage APIs with microservices in a Lambda architecture

  When you use Serverless Framework in an AWS environment, you might run into resource limits. Chris Moyer explains how to use microservices to avoid this problem.  Continue Reading

• M EC2 instance family offers versatile compute, at a price

  General-purpose EC2 instances, like the M and T series, fit many types of applications. But before you rush to use them, know your workloads and how much capacity they need.  Continue Reading

• Dive into AWS data lakes for analytics projects

  Data lakes on AWS can provide a treasure trove of information -- if you can work past complexity and management issues. Test the water with these cloud services.  Continue Reading

• Three Amazon AI-based projects to get your dev team rolling

  Amazon AI technologies expand capabilities for enterprise developers. Try out these sample AI projects to familiarize yourself with deep learning and image recognition features.  Continue Reading

• AWS container services evolve, but remain a work in progress

  At re:Invent, AWS made a number of enhancements to its container services portfolio. But its bedrock container orchestration service, Amazon ECS, still vexes some dev teams.  Continue Reading

• Aurora Serverless leads next wave of cloud database features

  IT teams face a notoriously difficult task when it comes to database scaling and management. New Amazon Aurora features can ease some of these woes and potentially reduce costs.  Continue Reading

• Amazon QuickSight tutorial: Get started with data analysis

  While Amazon QuickSight comes with some tradeoffs that data scientists should note, this tutorial walks you through key features that might be of interest to your analytics team.  Continue Reading

• AWS Cloud9 IDE connects dispersed development teams

  With the Cloud9 IDE now available, AWS enables developers to get on the same page -- or console -- no matter where they are. That said, it won't be a fit for all dev teams.  Continue Reading

• AWS SLAs guarantee uptime, but users aren't off the hook

  Despite the availability guarantees in AWS' service-level agreements, enterprises need to read the fine print and put in some work themselves to protect against losses.  Continue Reading

• Enable canary deployments with Lambda, API Gateway

  Don't let code tests impede apps in production. Use AWS Lambda and API Gateway to enable a canary deployment and slowly test changes to production environments.  Continue Reading

• Common Amazon EBS performance issues, and how to troubleshoot them

  Having EBS trouble? You're not alone. Use these troubleshooting tips to work through common EBS issues, such as stuck volumes and slow performance.  Continue Reading

• AWS edge computing shapes new hybrid cloud architectures

  Hybrid cloud means more than connecting back to a data center. Learn how two services can incorporate AWS functionality onto IoT and edge devices to reshape a hybrid deployment.  Continue Reading

• Perform a health check on distributed apps with AWS X-Ray

  Performance issues can be tough to pin down with distributed applications. While it doesn't debug line by line, AWS X-Ray can alleviate some of these concerns.  Continue Reading

• AWS Step Functions visualizes distributed app workflows

  With Step Functions, developers can visualize the complex, multistep tasks that their cloud applications perform. Use this example to create a state machine and get started.  Continue Reading

• Keep it simple to avoid multi-cloud computing hang-ups

  A multi-cloud deployment can reduce costs and fortify a disaster recovery plan, but IT needs to be highly skilled and willing to move one step at a time to properly manage it.  Continue Reading

• Use AWS cost optimization tools to avoid billing surprises

  Several AWS tools enable organizations to dissect their cloud bills, visualize spending and estimate future costs. Learn when -- and when not -- to use each.  Continue Reading

• AWS load balancers evolve to meet hybrid cloud needs

  New load-balancing options from AWS control traffic according to administrator needs, which increasingly revolve around hybrid cloud workloads.  Continue Reading

• CloudFormation StackSets drive cross-account automation

  AWS gave its automation capabilities a boost with the release of CloudFormation StackSets, a feature that lets dev teams deploy stacks across multiple accounts and regions.  Continue Reading

• AWS bare-metal hosting options still slim after VMC

  VMware Cloud on AWS provides a bare-metal option, and EC2 Dedicated Hosts offer increased isolation. But the majority of AWS offerings won't address true bare-metal needs.  Continue Reading

• Work Lambda into Amazon SQS queues to prevent backlogs

  Amazon SQS enables users to process and track tasks in a queue. Combine it with Lambda and CloudWatch to add extra message processing functionality.  Continue Reading

• Reduce AWS costs with volume discounts, Reserved Instances

  AWS volume discounts sound simple -- the more you buy, the less you pay. But cost savings can vary based on the services you use and whether Reserved Instances play a role.  Continue Reading

• Assess VMC on AWS costs through cloud workload comparisons

  Despite its benefits, VMware Cloud on AWS isn't always the most cost-effective choice for workloads. Compare pricing to EC2 instance costs to gauge which is the better option.  Continue Reading

• Where AWS Elemental Cloud fits in digital content market

  AWS Elemental offers a host of tools to process and manage on-demand and streaming media in the cloud. It can also, however, present enterprise networking and integration hurdles.  Continue Reading

• Compare Amazon Lightsail pricing, features to EC2

  To compare Amazon Lightsail vs. EC2 instances, evaluate ease of use, management options and pricing structure -- paying particular attention to data transfer costs.  Continue Reading

• Amazon VCC builds on UCaaS benefits via AWS integration

  The primary benefit of the immature Amazon Connect service comes from its integration with AWS' suite of tools -- functionality that could cause enterprises to take notice.  Continue Reading

• How to build more interactive Alexa skills

  Amazon Echo enables businesses to connect with consumers via Alexa skills, but voice interactions come with different challenges than standard graphical user interfaces.  Continue Reading

• SAM Local enables offline development for serverless apps

  Serverless computing is a draw for developers, though hybrid functionality has been limited. AWS' SAM Local now enables local testing of Lambda functions -- but faces competition.  Continue Reading

• AWS root account access is a treasure for attackers

  Don't fall victim to a hacked root account. Create and work within new AWS accounts, and then apply the least amount of privilege necessary to prevent a costly mistake.  Continue Reading

• AWS automation skills in demand for DevOps, multicloud

  Enterprise commitment to DevOps is on the rise, and AWS teams need higher levels of automation skills -- and potentially new IT roles -- to keep up.  Continue Reading

• Determine if cloud edge computing makes sense for your IT

  As enterprises move away from traditional architectures, Amazon cloud services, such as Greengrass and Snowball, help them collect and process IoT and big data closer to the source.  Continue Reading

• Meet accelerated computing needs with FPGA, GPU instances

  AWS' FPGA and Elastic GPU instances both appeal to customers with high-performance computing workloads, but admins should note these important differences between the two.  Continue Reading

• AWS Server Migration Service simplifies replication to cloud

  AWS SMS provides IT teams a free application to replicate on-premises server volumes to the public cloud without having to install an agent.  Continue Reading

• Amazon DAX manages database spikes for improved performance

  The DynamoDB Accelerator reduces database latency without tacking on a separate cache. While the service has some early limitations, DAX benefits enterprises with real-time apps.  Continue Reading

• Three cloud code repository options for AWS dev teams

  As app dev practices evolve, code repositories and version control systems adapt, too. GitHub, Bitbucket and AWS tools help agile cloud teams synchronize code changes.  Continue Reading

• Restrict access to AWS region endpoints for cost savings, security

  Enterprises use multiple AWS regions for disaster recovery, but that practice can increase cloud costs and vulnerabilities. Manage access to regions to maintain control.  Continue Reading

• How the right EC2 instance types can save you time and money

  Cost reduction and workload optimization are key components for IT in application development. Pick the right EC2 instance for your workload to maximize efficiency.  Continue Reading

• AWS management tools fit diverse enterprise needs

  AWS Management Console and AWS CodeStar remove some of the learning curve for cloud adopters. Still, both UIs require teams to follow best practices.  Continue Reading

• Get in tune with the AWS Spot market to save money

  Enterprises that want more flexibility with EC2 Instances can turn to AWS Spot Instances to save money without having to agree to any fixed contract terms.  Continue Reading

• Build better apps with these AWS hybrid cloud development tools

  Hybrid cloud often is a goal for many enterprises, but getting there is a challenge. AWS has a host of hybrid cloud tools to build applications on and off premises.  Continue Reading

• Organize hybrid compute resources with Amazon SSM agent

  It's difficult to manage a cloud deployment and even more difficult to get a handle on hybrid cloud. EC2 Systems Manager works across AWS and on-premises servers to lessen the burden.  Continue Reading

• Lex-powered voice recognition apps lack voice in enterprise IT

  Enterprises that want a consumer-facing chatbot can incorporate Amazon Lex technology into their apps. But uses remain murky, and it's not a fit for every industry.  Continue Reading

• Development teams aim to find AWS Greengrass IoT match

  Developers can create IoT capabilities with Greengrass, bringing AWS features into their on-premises cloud environments -- without the need for a consistent internet connection.  Continue Reading

• Compare AWS data management services to Google, Microsoft

  AWS data management encompasses a long list of services that compete with Google and Azure, but it still could improve data security, governance and other features.  Continue Reading

• Take AWS MFA, cloud security to the next level

  AWS recommends multi-factor authentication as a best practice for accounts that access administrative services. Here are some ways to apply MFA and prevent cloud access breaches.  Continue Reading

• AWS hybrid cloud tools that beat setup barriers

  A hybrid cloud is complex, with various storage and networking requirements. The right tools and services get IT admins a step closer to bridging AWS and on-premises workloads.  Continue Reading

• AWS Organizations delivers consistency for large-scale user accounts

  Enterprises operate multiple AWS accounts for a variety of reasons. That approach, however, creates management woes. AWS Organizations automates and simplifies the process.  Continue Reading

• Compare, contrast AWS storage management options

  When it comes to AWS storage management for high-performance applications, EBS Elastic Volumes and Elastic File System each have separate advantages.  Continue Reading