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1M ago
In this article, I am laying out the most noteworthy FTP server design considerations. Regardless of whether you are installing in an on-premise or in a cloud-based virtual machine or physical server or utilizing a cloud Paas-based service, there are certain factors which need to be taken into account.
FTP server design considerations
Ask yourself the right questions and take notes of the following information:
Which FTP-related protocols do you require support for (SFTP, FTPS, FTP)?
What is the approximate number of users which will be accessing the FTP server?
What are the locations from wh ..read more
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1M ago
This article is a compilation of Azure free service tier services and other Microsoft sponsored offers and free benefits to developers, NGOs, government organizations and startups.
Azure free service tier
There is a handful of services in Azure which are provided free for either the first 12 months or forever. Free services may come with certain limitations. The following articles discuss the available Azure free service tier services in detail and answer any questions related to the usage terms and limitations of these services.
https://portal.azure.com/#blade/Microsoft_Azure_Billing/FreeSer ..read more
Hybrid Cloud Blog
2M ago
Azure IoT services overview
Azure Internet of Things (IoT) services allow you to make the most of your data at the edge, efficiently secure and manage your cloud assets, and proactively make decisions across your entire enterprise. Examples of IoT services include Azure IoT Central, IoT Hub, IoT Edge and Azure Sphere. Windows IoT edition can be used to further power your IoT devices.
You can find an overview of all Azure service categories at: https://stefanos.cloud/azure-service-categories/.
Azure IoT services
Azure offers the following IoT services to connect applications running at edge zon ..read more
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2M ago
ITSM stands for IT Service Management. The term ITSM encompasses all processes and activities related to the design, creation, delivery and support of IT services. In some cases, ITSM focuses on IT technical support and helpdesk systems, such as Service Now and BMC Helix.
An example architecture from BMC Helix ITSM platform is shown below.
The post ITSM appeared first on Stefanos Cloud ..read more
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3M ago
Welcome to Cloud Computing Word Search puzzle 2.
Instructions on solving a cloud computing word search puzzle online:
Click the start letter of the identified hidden word and drag your mouse pointer until the end of the word.
Hidden words are cloud computing terms
Hidden words can have vertical, horizontal or diagonal orientation (both forward and reverse)
You should subscribe to the blog newsletter and send me a direct email to request the word search puzzle solution.
The post Cloud Computing Word Search Puzzle 2 appeared first on Stefanos Cloud ..read more
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3M ago
Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops design considerations
Having implemented various on-premises Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops – VAD (former Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop) infrastructures, i decided to write a, rather long, technical article on Citrix architecture and design best practices. This long guide has it all, from Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Netscaler components to design considerations and best practices. The assumption for the below information is that implementation is to be purely on-premises, unless noted otherwise. There will be references, where needed ..read more
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3M ago
My technical blog is available at https://stefanos.cloud. This version is the Stefanos cloud blog RELOADED. It introduces a new development phase of this online project and aspires to offer more in-depth and more up-to-date KB articles and design or operations articles about cloud computing and edge computing, fog computing and hybrid cloud technologies. The new revamped blog shall include the following article categories.
Cloud computing
Artificial intelligence
Backup and DR
Citrix
Cloud Business Directory
Cloud Computing Crosswords
Cloud Service Provider series articles
Cloudstack
Cost Man ..read more
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3M ago
Introduction to discontinued services in Microsoft Azure
This article provides a list of discontinued services in Microsoft Azure, as per the Azure service lifecycle. This includes services and features which have been discontinued, retired or deprecated. The below list shall be continuously be updated with latest updates from the Azure side. Many of these services involve migration of Azure ASM-type (Azure Service Management) classic resource migration to the equivalent Azure ARM-type (Azure Resource Management) resources. The article also contains a separate list will all deprecated protocol ..read more
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3M ago
How to renew your Azure certifications for free
Microsoft has changed the way their technical certifications are renewed. You no longer need to take one exam every year or two years, as was previously the case with legacy MCSA certifications. You can now login to your Microsoft Learn profile, check your eligibility and take a free renewal exam online inside the Microsoft Learn portal. This will validate your skills are up-to-date as per Microsoft’s latest technologies and services in the Azure certification you are being tested on.
Microsoft Certifications validate having relevant skills and k ..read more
Hybrid Cloud Blog
4M ago
Azure integration services overview
Azure integration services provide integration capabilities for on-premise, cloud and hybrid applications and APIs. Azure integration services allow administrators and developers to seamlessly integrate on-premises and cloud-based applications, data, and processes across enterprises. Examples of integration services include Service Bus, Event Grid, API management, Logic Apps, Azure Healthcare APIs and Azure Web PubSub.
You can find an overview of all Azure service categories at: https://stefanos.cloud/blog/azure-service-categories/.
Azure integration service ..read more