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September 30, 2020 30 Sep'20
VMware Tanzu Kubernetes strategy hits integration milestone

VMware follows competitors in shipping a fully integrated Kubernetes infrastructure package, but vSphere tie-ins and a strong AWS partnership will bolster its enterprise appeal.
September 29, 2020 29 Sep'20
VMware buys SaltStack for security, configuration management

The acquisition of SaltStack will help VMware build event-driven security automation and configuration management into vRealize Automation, as open source Salt gains VMware's backing.
March 10, 2020 10 Mar'20
VMware's Kubernetes-based products ease container migration

VMware has rolled out a basket of Kubernetes-based offerings to help users prepare for container migration as a way to modernize their apps and maintain investments in vSphere.
February 27, 2020 27 Feb'20
VMware security for Cloud Foundation ties to Carbon Black

The new VMware Advanced Security for Cloud Foundation binds the company's security offerings with other key VMware offerings such as Carbon Black and NSX.

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Get to know the VMware HCX platform

HCX connects on-premises systems, private clouds, VMware Cloud on AWS and hosted cloud infrastructures, creating a hybrid or multi-cloud environment for vSphere workloads. Continue Reading
Considerations for a VMware Cloud on AWS workload migration

Before moving a workload to VMware Cloud on AWS, think over your priorities regarding that workload's importance as well as technical considerations such as whether it makes sense in the cloud. Continue Reading
Can you run an enterprise workload on VMware Cloud on AWS?

There is a small list of enterprise-class deployments and integrations known to run on VMware Cloud on AWS, but not all complex workloads are suited to the cloud yet. Continue Reading

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What's new with VCF 4.0?

The latest major release of VMware Cloud Foundation features more integration with Kubernetes, which means easier container orchestration for your vSphere environment. Continue Reading
How VMware Tanzu Service Mesh measures up to open source

Most businesses use open source software such as Istio and Envoy to create a service mesh. Tanzu Service Mesh requires no further assembly and operates across multiple clusters. Continue Reading
VMware Workspace One unifies reshaped digital workforces

As companies struggle to rebalance their on-site and remote digital workforces in the wake of COVID-19, Workspace One helps ensure business continuity and productivity. Continue Reading

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VMware-Pivotal acquisition leads to better cloud infrastructure

VMware acquired Pivotal in 2019 to bolster its cloud infrastructure lineup. Now, more than a year later, learn what Pivotal has brought to VMware and what still needs doing. Continue Reading
An introduction to VMware Tanzu Mission Control

You can now implement Tanzu Mission Control to manage and set policies on Kubernetes clusters across an entire environment -- on premises and in the cloud. Continue Reading
What to consider before you deploy NSX

An SDN like VMware's NSX can provide your organization with agility, automation, microsegmentation and cloud capabilities. However, you must still think carefully before you adopt. Continue Reading

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How will vSphere admins handle container virtualization?

The latest wave of virtualization is poised to sweep through data centers, but questions swirl around the ownership and management of these applications. Continue Reading
How to troubleshoot VMware vCloud Automation Center issues

Deploying vCloud Automation Center -- now called vRealize Automation -- may not go smoothly, but there are several key areas to look over when troubleshooting. Continue Reading
VMware vCHS options: Dedicated cloud vs. virtual private cloud

VMware's vCloud Hybrid Service is available in two flavors: dedicated cloud and virtual private cloud, which differ in terms of price and scale. Continue Reading