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Activate HTTP/2 on web servers
HTTP/2 offers reduced website load times and other performance benefits, along with the promise of server push.
SDN and the future of networking
Networking is a central focus of IT. With all the virtual machines running on today's networks, it stands to reason that the experts would someday find a way to virtualize the network itself. Software-Defined Networking (SDN) is an architecture that promises to cope with new demands.
Storage innovations in Windows Server 2016
The upcoming release of Windows Server 2016 introduces major innovations in the field of storage. With built-in storage replication, Storage Spaces Direct, and traffic shaping for storage access via QoS, Windows Server looks like a good candidate for employee of the month.
A REST interface for FreeIPA
Access to the FreeIPA identity management framework is usually handled via a graphical web interface or a command-line tool, but the framework can also be queried directly via the JSON-RPC API.
Administering virtual machines with PowerShell Direct
Managing virtual machines with PowerShell used to require some complex configuration steps, but with version 5, PowerShell can now access a Hyper-V VM directly, which means you don't need to configure a virtual network connection.
Setting up Windows clients with Chef
Chef administrators unafraid of a learning curve can employ a powerful tool for Windows client management. Teamed with PowerShell, it offers more than some system management suites.
IoT for IT
The Internet of Everything, a fully networked and analyzed society, seeks to enhance the quality of life of all people and drive new technologies, products, services, and markets. But where are developments headed, and what are the driving factors, fields of application, and challenges?
What's new in SQL Server 2016
The focus in SQL Server 2016 is on mobility, cloud usage, and speed, with improvements to in-memory processing and security.
Protect yourself from infected MS Office files
Attacks on Microsoft Office files are increasing. A multilayered approach is your best protection against this malware.
Affordable hardware switch for SDN
Most OpenFlow-ready hardware switches are prohibitively expensive if you just want to set up a small-scale test lab. Northbound Networks has stepped in with a Kickstarter campaign, filling the gap with the Zodiac FX switch.
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