IT Toolbox

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

The following is an evolving recommended reading list of data infrastructure topics including, server, storage I/O, networking, cloud, virtual, container, data protection (backup, security, HA, BC, DR). s, events and industry links among other resources and related data infrastructure topics, tools, techniques as well as trends.

Storage 100

Storage Virtualization Network Cloud 100

The Accidental Successful CIO

AUGUST 14, 2013

CIOs everywhere are swimming in a sea of data and only now are they starting to get the tools that will allow them to make sense of what they have. A backup job was run sometime late in the night and you always knew that if something bad happened to your new data, then you could just restore it from the backup that you had created.

Big Data 183

Big Data Backup Data Storage 183

Network World

APRIL 11, 2023

Data backup and management company Cohesity today announced plans to offer an Azure OpenAI -backed chatbot as both a security analysis tool and line-of-business assistant, along with tighter integration with Active Directory , Sentinel and Purview , as part of an expanded partnership with Microsoft.

Security 130

Security Backup Data Analysis 130

CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Modern advancements like artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning and blockchain-based networks specifically have an impact in this area. These attacks employ malicious software that encrypts files, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid or a backup is restored.

Security 116

Security Backup Exercises Network 116

Storage IO Blog

MARCH 30, 2019

World Backup Day Reminder Don’t Be an April Fool Test Your Data Recovery World Backup Day Reminder Don’t Be an April Fool Test Your Data Recovery. March 31 is the annual world backup day to spotlight awareness around the importance of protecting your data and test your data recovery.

Backup 68

Backup Data SMB Data Center 68

CIO Business Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Interconnectivity of gaming systems have physically transitioned from serial-based connectivity to Ethernet-based standards over the years, allowing potential hackers easier access to the gaming and/or corporate network. What’s on your data dashboard as the most important metrics?

Disaster Recovery 101

Disaster Recovery Backup Education Conference 101

Linux Academy

MARCH 25, 2019

This topic of network awareness is dear to my heart — not because of what it does but because it is network-based and I started out in the IT field as a network engineer, so networking holds a special place for me. What do I mean by “network awareness”? Rogue devices vs ARPwatch. One word: ARPwatch.

Network 96

Network Security Linux Open Source 96

Storage IO Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2018

World Backup Day 2018 Data Protection Readiness Reminder It’s that time of year again, World Backup Day 2018 Data Protection Readiness Reminder. In case you have forgotten, or were not aware, this coming Saturday March 31 is World Backup (and recovery day).

Backup 61

Backup Data Disaster Recovery Business Continuity 61

Storage IO Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

Enabling Recovery Points (Backup, Snapshots, Versions) Companion to Software Defined Data Infrastructure Essentials – Cloud, Converged, Virtual Fundamental Server Storage I/O Tradecraft ( CRC Press 2017) By Greg Schulz – www.storageioblog.com November 26, 2017 This is Part 4 of a multi-part series on Data Protection fundamental tools topics (..)

Backup 40

Backup Data Storage Trends 40

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

These programs are an excellent way for nonprofits to access high-quality cybersecurity tools without straining their budgets. Having basic cyber hygiene Advanced technology is important, but basics like regular data backups, software updates, strong password policies, and multi-factor authentication are fundamental.

Nonprofit 85

Nonprofit Strategy Budget Backup 85

Galido

JUNE 28, 2018

Information Technology Blog - - Product Review: Paessler PRTG Network Monitor - Information Technology Blog. PRTG Network Monitor from Paessler AG is a powerful network monitoring solution. This network software is not only powerful but also easy to use. Problems in the network cause emergencies in business.

Network 60

Network LAN VOIP Licensing 60

Tech Republic

JULY 27, 2022

The post Todo PCTrans review: A great option for any Windows user’s tool kit appeared first on TechRepublic. EaseUS’s Todo PCTrans assists in transferring data and programs between Windows systems. Learn more about this app's features.

Windows 88

Windows Tools Programming Data 88

Storage IO Blog

APRIL 2, 2018

Data Protection Recovery Life Post World Backup Day Pre GDPR It’s time for Data Protection Recovery Life Post World Backup Day Pre GDPR Start Date. The annual March 31 world backup day focus has come and gone once again.

Backup 43

Backup Data Security Data Center 43

Galido

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Information Technology Blog - - How I Get the Benefit When Using Duplicate File Remover Tool - Information Technology Blog. Now as I heard about best duplicate files remover tools before, it was a time to try some of these best tools to de-duplicate my device storage. Benefits of Using Duplicate File Remover Tools.

Tools 81

Tools Storage System Windows 81

Network World

DECEMBER 21, 2018

RELATED: What IT admins love/hate about 8 top network monitoring tools. cop.sgn addressed the SQL vulnerability but caused backup, upgrade and restore problems, and should no longer be used Cisco said. That patch, called ciscocm.CSCvk30822_v1.0.k3.cop.sgn

Licensing 120

Licensing Software Software Backup 120

Linux Academy

MAY 31, 2019

We use templates for network devices, workstations, laptops, and servers so that all of our devices match our security templates. Network Device Configurations. For network devices, we should consider using RADIUS/TACACS+ for authentication purposes, not a shared user account. Standardized Templates and Images.

Security 92

Security Backup Linux Operating Systems 92

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

federal agencies have banded together to issue a joint cybersecurity advisory statement about BlackMatter, a RaaS tool cybercriminals have been using to profit. Instead of encrypting backup data, BlackMatter instead wipes it clean in some cases. Backup your data and put procedures in place for restoration. October 18, 2021.

Backup 74

Backup SMB Authentication Network 74

Mick's IT Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

They were able to backup all of his data and build a new system for him before the drive completely failed. I decided to write a reporting tool for this event so that IT professionals will be aware of this error before a complete failure occurs and there is data loss along with losses in production time.

Report 96

Report Tools Hardware Network 96

Dataconomy

JUNE 7, 2023

Google Cloud Consulting has revealed as an ambitious plan of the tech giant to amplify its renowned service offering Now, let’s talk about the specific tools and features introduced by this extensive service offering. Create with Generative AI Transform your creative process using generative AI technology offered by Google.

Google 68

Google Cloud Tools SAP 68

Storage IO Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Talking about tools and technologies is one thing, installing as well as trying them is the next step for gaining experience so how about some quick hands-on time with Microsoft Diskspd (download your copy here).

Storage 40

Storage Tools Microsoft Backup 40

Storage IO Blog

AUGUST 27, 2013

Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) and Software Defined Networks (SDN) […]. Here are a synopsis of some of those announcements.

Vmware 64

Vmware Storage Network HP 64

Network World

JUNE 24, 2016

Lenovo has fixed two high-severity vulnerabilities in the Lenovo Solution Center support tool that is preinstalled on many laptop and desktop PCs. The flaws could allow attackers to take over computers and terminate antivirus processes.

Tools 61

Tools Firewall Backup Hardware 61

CTOvision

OCTOBER 24, 2016

We are strong believers in using software defined perimeter approaches to understand who is who and what is what and only allowing authorized actions in your network. It provides cloud-based network security based on is built on Verisign's global recursive DNS platform. Have a backup communications plan.

Firewall 150

Firewall Network Backup Enterprise 150

The Accidental Successful CIO

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

This is why using magnetic tape as an offline backup system is starting to make so much sense to firms. More and more magnetic tape is starting to become part of a firm’s best-practice backup strategy. As with so many other things in the IT department, a CIO understands that a good backup strategy will have multiple layers to it.

Backup 100

Backup Storage Data Strategy 100

Storage IO Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

backup BC and DR Data protection Education I/O Networking IT Infrastructure Topics object storage Performance and Capacity post Power and Cooling server ssd Storage and Storage Management Tools Storage Architecture and Access tools virtualization erasure code forward error correction parity RAID'

Storage 87

Storage Resources Backup Architecture 87

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 22, 2023

Network Segmentation: Segment the network to ensure that if one part of the organization is compromised, it doesn't automatically grant the attacker access to PII or other sensitive areas. Regular Backups: Regularly backup PII and other essential data. Only 2% of exposures lie on choke points leading to critical assets.

Mobile 86

Mobile Cloud Backup Applications 86

Storage IO Blog

MARCH 26, 2017

For those of you who may not know Tom, he has been in the IT, data center, data infrastructure, server and storage (as well as […] The post Backup, Big data, Big Data Protection, CMG & More with Tom Becchetti Podcast appeared first on StorageIOblog.

Big Data 40

Big Data Backup Data Data Center 40

SecureWorld News

JUNE 22, 2020

These hackers access networks through remote access tools, like Remote Desktop Protocol and virtual private networks (VPN). Due to the level of access gained before deploying ransomware, the issue cannot be resolved by simply restoring data from backup.". batch files created in C:WindowsTemp.

Backup 52

Backup Network Malware Authentication 52

GeekWire

AUGUST 27, 2020

Now the startup is focused on residential and backup-power customers. That includes food trucks, campers and RV owners, and people looking for home energy backup for solar power and in the case of electrical outages. “In The batteries can replace polluting, noisy gas generators.

Energy 120

Energy Backup Storage Transportation 120

Storage IO Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2014

backup BC and DR big data Cloud converged Education food fun I/O Networking IT Infrastructure Topics little data object storage perspective post server ssd Storage Architecture and Access tools Travel virtualization storage storage decision making'

Storage 79

Storage Data Backup Travel 79

Storage IO Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

AWS made several announcements at re:invent including many around development tools, compute and data storage services. One of those to keep an eye on is cloud based Aurora relational database service that complement existing RDS tools. SQL Server among others).

Cloud 83

Cloud Storage Backup Linux 83

Flexagon

JULY 28, 2022

Along with this, it provides comprehensive integration support for a multitude of middleware platforms, third-party tools, and packaged applications. FlexDeploy utilizes an agentless architecture to connect to computers across private or public networks/clouds to execute build and deploy operations. Rsync – The New Option.

Programming 78

Programming Security Tools Applications 78

Dataconomy

MARCH 19, 2024

The GHG Protocol provides standards, tools, and guidelines to help companies develop comprehensive, corporate-level GHG inventories. Telecom infrastructure like data centers, networks, and towers rely heavily on electricity, contributing significantly to emissions.

Energy 77

Energy Industry Strategy Network 77

CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Now we have the tools, strategies, and language needed to track and report on our environmental performance and ensure that our approach to ESG is marked by the same attention to detail our customers associate with our IT solutions and services.”

Data Center 96

Data Center Energy Disaster Recovery Vmware 96

SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

The unknown hackers were able to breach the council's networks and deploy malicious software, causing widespread disruption. The cybercriminals encrypted critical data and systems across the council's networks, severely hampering its ability to operate and provide services to residents.

Malware 61

Malware System Financial Internet 61

Storage IO Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Enjoy this edition of the Server and StorageIO update newsletter and watch for new tips, articles, StorageIO lab report reviews, blog posts, videos and podcasts along with in the news commentary appearing soon.

Oracle 74

Oracle Storage Backup IBM 74

Storage IO Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

Data Protection Fundamental Topics Tools Techniques Technologies Tips Update 1/16/2018 Data protection fundamental ompanion to Software Defined Data Infrastructure Essentials – Cloud, Converged, Virtual Fundamental Server Storage I/O Tradecraft ( CRC Press 2017) By Greg Schulz – www.storageioblog.com November 26, 2017 This is Part I of (..)

Tools 60

Tools Data Storage Virtualization 60