Google adds Premium Support, incorporates IBM Power Systems

Cloud Computing Digest: A roundup of cloud infrastructure content from TechTarget

Cloud Computing Digest A roundup of cloud infrastructure content from TechTarget's network |January 21, 2019 FEATURED STORY Google Cloud woos enterprise customers with Premium Support by Chris Kanaracus, Senior News Writer Google Cloud has rolled out a Premium Support offering aimed at deep-pocketed enterprises with larger, more complex implementations. Experts say the timing is right. Advertisement NEWS   IBM Power Systems lands on Google Cloud Google Cloud has added IBM Power Systems to its lineup of instance types. It's available via monthly subscription and could appeal to customers moving SAP apps onto the cloud.   Oracle advances hybrid cloud capabilities Oracle updates its Enterprise Manager platform to version 13.4, bringing new hybrid management capabilities to database users across on-premises and cloud deployments. EXPERT ADVICE   Beat vendor lock-in with a cloud exit strategy Without a comprehensive cloud exit strategy, an organization might fall victim to vendor lock-in and find itself dependent on proprietary tools and services.   A comprehensive Azure instance comparison for your workloads When it comes to choosing the best Azure compute instance for your workload, the options can be overwhelming. Use this breakdown to map the right instance types to your workloads.   How niche cloud providers take on market giants Choose the cloud that best fits your enterprise's needs. While one of the Big Three may seem like the most logical choice, a niche vendor might actually serve your needs better.   It's time to implement a cloud data retention policy While cloud storage is cheap, that doesn't mean you should keep data forever. There are four main factors to consider before you put your data in cold storage and throw away the key.   Confidential computing promises secure cloud apps Adopt confidential computing to protect sensitive data in the cloud. Learn the basics about these technologies and evaluate offerings from AWS, Google, Microsoft and others.   Prepare your data center for a hybrid cloud strategy On-premises assets and public cloud resources won't work together without a clear hybrid cloud strategy. Learn how to prepare your on-premises architecture for hybrid cloud.   Speed up AWS Lambda cold starts with these strategies Cold starts are a common and frustrating issue for AWS Lambda users. Learn why they happen and how to prewarm Lambda environments to minimize latency.   Evaluate general and niche cloud service use cases Can't decide between a niche cloud provider and a hyperscaler? Review some real-world examples to help weigh the options and find the best fit for your workloads. About This E-Newsletter The Cloud Computing Digest is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2019 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List