Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Securing an IT infrastructure for research and development (R&D) environments is critical, especially given the sensitive data, intellectual property, and experimentation that often takes place in such settings. Below are steps and best practices to ensure a robust security posture for R&D environments: 1. Understand the R&D Environment and Data Classify Data: Identify and categorize […]
Optimizing power usage in a datacenter is critical for reducing operational costs, improving energy efficiency, and ensuring environmental sustainability. As an IT manager responsible for the datacenter, here are strategies you can implement to optimize power usage: 1. Assess and Monitor Power Usage Deploy Power Monitoring Tools: Use tools like intelligent PDUs (Power Distribution Units) […]
Configuring SAML for Single Sign-On (SSO) involves several steps to integrate an Identity Provider (IdP) with a Service Provider (SP). Below is a general guide to configuring SAML for SSO: Step 1: Understand SAML Roles Identity Provider (IdP): The system providing user authentication (e.g., Azure AD, Okta, Ping Identity). Service Provider (SP): The system relying […]
Ensuring backups are secure against ransomware attacks is a critical aspect of IT infrastructure management. Here are several key strategies to protect your backups: 1. Implement the 3-2-1 Backup Rule Maintain 3 copies of your data: production data and two backups. Store your backups on 2 different media types (e.g., disk and tape, or disk […]
Virtual Machine (VM) sprawl is a common challenge for IT managers, especially in dynamic environments with multiple business units, rapid deployments, and limited governance. VM sprawl occurs when virtual machines proliferate unchecked, consuming resources, increasing costs, and complicating management. Here are strategies to effectively handle and prevent VM sprawl in your environment: 1. Establish Governance […]
Implementing load balancing for application servers is critical to ensure high availability, scalability, and optimal performance. Here’s a step-by-step guide to implement load balancing effectively: 1. Define Requirements Traffic Type: HTTP(S), TCP, UDP, or other protocols. Number of Servers: Application servers to load balance across. Redundancy: Failover capabilities in case of server or load balancer […]
