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Container and virtualization technology services News

May 27, 2020 27 May'20
Kasten, Veeam team up on Kubernetes backup

Veeam and Kasten, two leaders in their respective markets, are collaborating on backup for Kubernetes, which one analyst called the 'de facto standard' in container management.
May 01, 2020 01 May'20
NetApp acquisition: CloudJumper expands partner portfolios

NetApp's buyout of virtual desktop infrastructure player CloudJumper is poised to bring new channel partners into the NetApp fold; other news from the week.
November 26, 2019 26 Nov'19
Kasten backup aims for secure Kubernetes protection

Container storage backup is an emerging trend. Kasten K10, which launched in 2017 and provides backup for Kubernetes, takes on security in its major 2.0 update.
October 04, 2019 04 Oct'19
WVD to spark demand for consulting, implementation services

Microsoft's Windows Virtual Desktop offering is poised to boost partner business as it opens opportunities in the desktop-as-a-service market; other news from the week.

Container and virtualization technology services Get Started

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Container use and the implications for storage

Knowing which type of storage to deploy when using containers is important. We look at the storage architectures enterprises are using, the features preferred and more. Continue Reading
5 important Docker container backup best practices

With container storage a major trend, it's important to ensure data protection. These five guidelines will help you properly back up Docker containers. Continue Reading
4 considerations for vSphere disk provisioning

To provision disk space in vSphere, consider the following: The size of data stores you require, thin vs. thick provisioning, storage acceleration and managing free disk space. Continue Reading

Evaluate Container and virtualization technology services Vendors & Products

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The ins and outs of Google Cloud Anthos on NetApp HCI

Combining NetApp HCI with Anthos from Google enables enterprises to more easily implement and maintain a hybrid cloud infrastructure that supports modern applications and more. Continue Reading
The advantages of containers over virtual machines for storage

Understanding the key advantages of containers vs. VMs is critical to knowing what storage features are needed for container-based application success. Continue Reading
Why Linux containers on Windows is a big deal

Microsoft introduced support for Docker Linux containers in its latest versions of the Windows client and server operating systems, so why should it matter to you? Continue Reading

Manage Container and virtualization technology services

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

How to mold HCI appliances to workload requirements

Ensure the hyper-converged infrastructure appliance you choose matches your workload requirements -- and not the other way around -- to maximize the benefits of hyper-convergence. Continue Reading
Maximizing containerized storage performance and flexibility

Are you taking full advantage of container storage? When properly deployed, containers can bring significant benefits, including better flexibility and performance. Continue Reading
The future implications of VMware Project Pacific

VMware's Project Pacific aims to add Kubernetes functionality to vSphere, a move that will create greater support for cloud-native applications and enable more cohesive management. Continue Reading

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Illustrated guide to containerization security

Container security concerns are keeping IT pros up at night. Discover why and what they're doing to secure containers as well as the applications and data that run within them. Continue Reading
How to keep VM sprawl in check

Virtualization improves hardware use, but the pendulum can swing the other way and result in an overallocation of resources. Here's how to maintain the balance. Continue Reading
How to address HCI's resource provisioning challenges

Provisioning in hyper-convergence is often imbalanced. Integrating more powerful, higher-capacity nodes with HCI software or taking a more hybrid approach can help. Continue Reading