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Why and how to use site reliability golden signals

Software complexity makes it harder for teams to rapidly identify and resolve issues. IT service management has evolved from an afterthought to a central part of DevOps. Microservices architectures are prone to delay or missed identification of such concerns. Monitoring mechanisms need to keep up with these complex infrastructures. Maintaining reliability and performance while harnessing this complexity requires a considered, data-driven approach.

Do We Still Need to "Observe"? The Future of AI & O11y

AI has had a massive impact on every part of our lives, but mainly on how we consume large data sets easily. The observability world is based on collecting enormous amounts of data and consuming it by observing dashboards built on monitoring tools. Most of the o11y tasks like writing complex queries, creating dashboards & defining alerts, have been done much in the same way for the last decade & AI models are well-positioned to disrupt this modus operandi.

Inventory and remediate Red Hat Enterprise Linux with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) are an excellent body of knowledge to leverage in securing your infrastructure. With the stig-rhel-7 module you can easily add inventory and remediation policy for RHEL 7 with CFEngine. Do note that as of March 2024 this module does not provide comprehensive coverage but rather an initial 10 findings are implemented.

The Legal Perspective: Why Faxing Remains a Preferred Method for Document Transmission in Law Offices

One might assume that fax machines belong to a bygone era, replaced by sleeker, more efficient digital tools. However, step into the inner workings of a law office, and you may find that faxing still holds a prominent place in the arsenal of document transmission methods. Despite the rise of email, cloud storage, and electronic signatures, fax machines continue to play a crucial role in legal communication. In this article, we delve into the legal perspective behind why faxing remains a preferred method for document transmission in law offices.

What Caused the Red Sea Submarine Cable Cuts?

In the latest collision between geopolitics and the physical Internet, three major submarine cables in the Red Sea were cut last month likely as a result of attacks by Houthi militants in Yemen on passing merchant vessels. In this post, we review the situation and delve into some of the observable impacts of the subsea cable cuts.

20 Best Cloud Monitoring Tools to Optimize Performance & Revenue

As of 2023, 89% of companies rely on a multi-cloud approach. Operating in the cloud is no longer a plus but a competitive necessity. Migrating from a fully on-prem to a hybrid or fully cloud environment isn’t exactly easy though, especially given the impenetrability of cloud data. Cloud monitoring enables your company to be proactive about its cloud services, ensuring that availability, security, performance, and other aspects are all up to par before reaching the end-user.

From Novice to Pro: The Benefits of Training in Construction Equipment Operation

Navigating the ins and outs of heavy construction equipment can be a daunting task for the uninitiated. However, with the construction industry booming and technology rapidly advancing, the bar for entry-and proficiency-is rising every year. Here, we explore the transformative advantages of professional training for anyone scaling the heights of construction equipment operation, highlighting how it can turn a greenhorn into a seasoned pro.

Open source log management tools in 2024

Log management tools provide visibility into the performance and behavior of systems, applications, networks, and infrastructure components. By collecting and analyzing logs, you can monitor for anomalies, track trends, and identify potential issues before they escalate. Choosing the right log management solution requires careful consideration of several factors to ensure that it meets your specific needs and goals. Here are the most popular open source log management tools to help you choose.