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What's new with Oracle Cloud for 2024

As we approach Oracle CloudWorld - a three-day event focused on cloud innovation, automation, and AI, where attendees can learn and network - we take a look at the innovation and growth Oracle Cloud has embarked on this year. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) has experienced notable growth in fiscal year 2024. According to Oracle’s Q4 results, Cloud Revenue (IaaS plus SaaS) reached $5.3 billion, marking a 20% increase in both USD and constant currency.

Is it Time to Version Observability? Signs Point to Yes

In 2016, we at Honeycomb first borrowed the term “observability” from the wikipedia entry for control systems observability, where it is a measure of your ability to understand internal system states just by observing its outputs. We then spent a couple of years trying to work out how that definition might apply to software systems. Many twitter threads, podcasts, blog posts, and lengthy laundry lists of technical criteria emerged from that work, including a whole ass book.

The Impact of MQ Tuning on Mainframe Performance and Scalability

When it comes to mainframe performance, MQ tuning is often one of the most underrated aspects. We’ve seen firsthand how it can make a significant difference in system performance. In one Project, a mainframe environment was struggling to keep up with the load. Applications were lagging, users were frustrated, and the hardware, despite being robust and well within capacity, wasn’t the issue. It turned out that the MQ systems weren’t configured optimally.

Best DevOps Automation Tools: Comprehensive Guide 2024

We all understand the significance of DevOps, defined here as the set of practices and processes that integrate software development and operations. By bridging the gap between traditionally siloed teams, DevOps accelerates software delivery processes, ensuring faster time-to-market for new features and updates. As you would expect at the intersection of software and operations, automation plays a central role.

How Apple Business Manager (ABM) Impacts Device Management

Apple Business Manager (ABM) is a tool for centrally managing Apple devices, including iPads, iPhones, Macs, and Apple TVs. In conjunction with mobile device management (MDM) solutions, Apple Business Manager is used by businesses and education institutions to deploy, oversee, and administer employee devices. ABM and MDM are vital to the efficiency and security of IT operations at any company that deploys Apple devices.

Your Business with Amazon Virtual Assistant

In today's fast-paced e-commerce world, Amazon sellers are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operations and boost productivity. One solution that has gained significant traction is the use of Amazon Virtual Assistants (VAs). This article explores the concept of Amazon VAs, their advantages and challenges, and why they might be the right choice for your business.

3-Click Indexless Network Monitoring: AWS & Coralogix

Network infrastructure is the hidden glue between servers. In AWS, it takes skill, knowledge and experience to build a network that can be monitored, will perform and is secure. A key source of information to determine the health of a network is the logs, but network logs suffer from a serious problem. They’re noisy, and they’re often difficult to parse, but by leveraging indexless observability, Coralogix customers can drive insights from data that would previously have been untouchable.

A Comprehensive Review of the Cisco Meraki MX84: Is It Right for Your Business?

The Cisco Meraki MX84 is a next-generation security appliance designed to cater to small and medium-sized businesses. This cloud-managed device promises a variety of features aimed at improving security, connectivity, and ease of management. But is it really worth the investment? In this review, we'll explore its key features, pricing, performance, and whether it's the right fit for your business. If you're considering purchasing the device, don't forget to also evaluate the Meraki MX84 License, which is required to unlock its full potential.