The release of Microsoft's first major update to Windows Server 2016 and the long-awaited launch of Azure Stack will enable the ongoing shift toward containerization, DevOps and digitally focused modern apps.
- By Jeffrey Schwartz
- 09/27/2017
It's not hard, but the steps need to be followed carefully.
The VMM Analytics integration with OMS will enable "compelling use cases" for organizations.
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 storage vendor is once again in the spotlight.
Microsoft's big show should provide clarity on these issues.
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
The company's successfully pivoted; but its new direction must be navigated skillfully, and potholes are everywhere.
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.
Version 14 has an updated latency simulator that has enterprise uses.
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.
ZeroStack makes a bold claim.
- By Dan Kusnetzky
- 08/31/2017