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Windows Patching: The Quirks of Windows Patch Management & How to Stay Ready for Patch Tuesday

Patching on Windows operating systems can be a very complicated process. The frequency, size, and proprietary tools used for Windows patching can make patch management a challenge on Windows — but it’s essential for maintaining secure, compliant, efficient Windows and multi-OS environments. In this blog, we’ll run through the basics of Windows patching, the particulars that can make it a hassle, and offer some tips for tackling those headache-inducing hangups.

The Domino Effect of Outages with Nuno Tomás, Founder of isDown.app

Humans of Reliability: Keeping systems up and the lights on isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people behind it. In this episode, we’re thrilled to chat with Nuno Tomas, founder of Isdown.app, a vendor outage monitoring tool transforming how teams handle third-party incidents. Nuno shares his journey from software engineer to entrepreneur, the pivotal 4 a.m. moment that inspired Isdown, and the challenges of balancing startup life with family. We dive into the complexities of incident communication, how to tackle alert fatigue, and why transparency is key to building trust in SaaS.

Secure and Compliant Software Delivery with Cloudsmith Policy Management

Managing software artifacts across distributed teams and complex infrastructures securely demands proactive measures. Robust policy management is the best way to ensure compliance in your software supply chain. Cloudsmith, the leading cloud-native package management platform, can streamline policy management and strengthen security. Let’s explore why policy management matters and how we can simplify it for you.

Opportunity Will Arise From Uncertainty In 2025

As January 2025 draws to a close, the challenges of 2024 still resonate. Last year was exceptionally turbulent for both businesses and individuals, driven in large part by geopolitical tensions, the cost-of-living crisis, and widespread economic uncertainty. According to November ONS figures, 57% of businesses reported experiencing turnover challenges, with 23% citing economic uncertainty as the primary cause.

Azure Private Link, Explained

Azure Private Link is Microsoft’s ultimate offering to get secure, scalable connectivity for your services. Here’s everything you need to know about it. Whether you’re working with a hybrid cloud environment, multi-region deployments, or simply looking to secure access to Microsoft Azure’s platform services, this hyperscaler provides a variety of connectivity options tailored to different needs.

OpenTelemetry Collector with Docker: A Detailed Guide

Monitoring and observability have become the backbone of reliable software systems. OpenTelemetry, a CNCF project, has gained immense traction as the go-to framework for collecting and exporting telemetry data. But what makes it even more powerful is its Collector—a vendor-agnostic tool that simplifies data processing. Combine that with Docker, and you’ve got a robust, portable, and scalable observability solution.

7 Leading Network Monitoring Tools for Enterprises

Ensuring your enterprise network runs smoothly is key to both productivity and security. As businesses rely more on connected devices, applications, and cloud services, network monitoring has become a vital part of IT infrastructure. Enterprise network monitoring tools offer valuable insights into the health, performance, and security of your network. In this blog, we'll explore enterprise network monitoring tools, their benefits, how to choose the right one and highlight 7 popular options.