Aligning with Kata Confidential Containers to Achieve Zero Trust Operator Deployments with AKS What is Kata Confidential Containers? Kata Confidential Containers (KCC) is an open source project that provides confidential computing containers. KCC offers secure execution of containers, by separating user and system data, and providing an isolated execution environment. It can also protect applications […]

The Critical Role of Employee Sustainability Communities and How to Build One What is a Sustainable Community? A sustainable community is a group of people who have come together to work towards the common goal of sustainability. This could involve reducing the community’s environmental impact, promoting renewable energy sources, or improving the quality of life […]

What’s New in Microsoft 365 Government – April 2023 A Comprehensive Look at the Latest Microsoft 365 Government Features and Offerings As a Cloud Architect, it’s important to stay abreast of the latest developments in Microsoft 365 Government (M365G). The April 2023 release is packed with features and offerings that can help you maximize your […]

Introduction to Microsoft 365 E5 What is Microsoft 365 E5? Microsoft 365 E5 is a comprehensive suite of cloud-based services designed to help businesses of all sizes reduce costs and improve productivity, security, and scalability. It provides a wide range of tools and services for managing, deploying, and maintaining business applications, data, and infrastructure. Features […]

Windows Server Summit 2022: A Cloud Architect’s Perspective Overview The Windows Server Summit 2022 is the latest in a series of annual events from Microsoft, focused on the latest developments and improvements in Windows Server. This year’s event focuses on the new features and capabilities of Windows Server and is hosted by Jeff Woolsey, a […]

How to Capture Underlying Outbound Traffic from Cloud Service Web Role to Other Servers Introduction As a cloud architect, it is important to understand how to capture traffic sent from cloud service web roles to other servers. In this blog, we will discuss the steps and considerations that should be taken into account when capturing […]

Introduction The 2018 FIFA World Cup is starting, and with it comes the excitement and anticipation of all those who will be watching. With the increased interest in this event, many people are looking for ways to track the tournament and stay up to date on the latest results. For those who are tech-savvy, Microsoft […]

Understanding the Benefits of Offline Backups and Restores in SQL Server What are Offline Backups and Restores? Offline backups and restores refer to the process of taking a backup of a SQL Server database that is not running. This is done by shutting down the SQL Server service and then taking a backup of the […]

Mastering the Marketplace: Unlocking Success in the Commercial Marketplace Introduction The rise of cloud computing, the increasing use of cloud-based applications and services, and the advent of digital transformation have opened up a world of opportunity for businesses. However, with these opportunities come challenges. To remain competitive, businesses need to be able to quickly adapt […]

Modern Device Strategy for Manufacturing: A Cloud Architect’s Perspective Introduction The manufacturing industry is a cornerstone of the global economy and is increasingly turning to cloud-based solutions to improve the efficiency of their operations. As cloud architects, we are tasked with understanding the challenges and opportunities that come along with this shift in technology. In […]