VMware, the leading virtualization company in the world, went all-in on Amazon Web Services.
The open source automation platform introduces the "Ansible Engine."
- By Dan Kusnetzky
- 09/25/2017
The future of bulk data computational analysis tools and the eternal struggle of good vs. evil.
Finding a datacenter role for the humble processor.
In 2017, Microsoft has moved to embrace new approaches to computing.
- By Dan Kusnetzky
- 09/22/2017
The storage vendor is once again in the spotlight.
IT Infrastructure is always evolving. The next big change will be back toward an old, familiar model, closer to the days of the mainframe than the era of siloed servers that has dominated for decades.
The VMM Analytics integration with OMS will enable "compelling use cases" for organizations.
Cray and Markley Group team up to extend the vision of cloud computing.
- By Dan Kusnetzky
- 09/20/2017
Microsoft's big show should provide clarity on these issues.
Private and hybrid clouds are becoming the new normal.
A company built on the world's most popular OS and productivity software has changed radically in just a few years. The cloud has changed everything for the Redmond giant, and not a moment too soon.
- By Paul Schnackenburg
- 09/19/2017
Microsoft's first attempt at creating a software-defined storage platform wasn't a big hit. Its updated version just might be.
- By Paul Schnackenburg
- 09/18/2017
Unnecessarily complicated login processes demonstrate how far there still is to go.
The company's successfully pivoted; but its new direction must be navigated skillfully, and potholes are everywhere.
Version 14 has an updated latency simulator that has enterprise uses.
VMware is at an exciting and dangerous point in its existence. It can potentially dominate some emerging markets, but can also lose out in several key areas. Choosing wisely is paramount.
Examining DxEnterprise's 'Smart Availability' Technology.
- By Dan Kusnetzky
- 09/05/2017
They can do a lot more than just test and dev.
- By Paul Schnackenburg
- 09/05/2017
The big news was partnerships with Amazon, a deeper dive into containers and an important security product.