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Keeping the software in Docker containers up to date
Docker has radically changed the way admins roll out their software in many companies. However, regular updates are still needed. How does this work most effectively with containers?
Version 5.2 of the Ruby framework
Ruby on Rails 5.2 was released during RailsConf, which took place in Pittsburgh in mid-April 2018. Although not much has changed for old Rails applications, you'll find a few notable additions for new ones.
A REST API automation strategy for DevOps
Making resources available through REST APIs breaks down the automation silos that cater to the different IT and development environments and sets up an application-centric automation approach.
Many approaches help secure a web server
We submit an Apache web server to the Qualys SSL Server Test and look at how to protect against data theft with a combination of TLS by way of Let's Encrypt, SELinux or AppArmor, a firewall, and restraining your web server's verbosity.
Protecting documents with Azure Information Protection
Azure Information Protection helps businesses control how information in communications between employees is handled.
Alternative container runtimes thanks to the Open Container Initiative
Most users tend to think of Docker when they hear the word "containers," but for some time now it has been possible to operate containers with other runtimes. We take a closer look at Docker and the CRI-O project.
Setting up and managing IPv6 on Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016 automatically prefers IPv6 addresses, if available, but the manual configuration steps differ from IPv4 and necessitate new tools. Here's how to approach IPv6 in your daily admin work.
Open source intelligence tools for pen testing
Automating the pen test discovery process in the era of IoT, the cloud, and social media.
Flatpak, Snap, and AppImage
The Flatpak, Snap, and AppImage package formats work across distributions, but each has its specific disadvantages.
What's new in SQL Server 2017
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 introduces SQL Server on Linux, along with machine learning services, support for graph data, and on-premises Power BI.
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