Linux Security in the Cloud Era: What You Need to Know

Also: Latest IT News; PowerShell How-To; Security Acronyms & More [View in Browser]( FEB 26 ITPro Today [ITPro Today]( Top Pick [Linux Security in the Cloud Era: Best Practices for Protecting Your Cloud Workloads]( Grant Knoetze Learn about the unique security challenges of Linux workloads in the cloud. We cover best practices and more in this comprehensive guide. News [FinOps Teams Prioritize Waste Reduction Amid Economic Uncertainty]( Sean Michael Kerner It's no surprise that organizations are looking to cut cloud costs where they can. However, they don't quite have all the forecasting tools to get it done, a FinOps report finds.   [DigitalOcean Outlines Cloud Growth Strategy Under New CEO]( Sean Michael Kerner The alternative cloud provider is looking to grow its user base with new AI/ML capabilities and updates to its core infrastructure capabilities. Spotlight [PowerShell Parameter Validation: Ensuring Valid Input for Functions]( Brien Posey It’s a good idea to validate function parameters before executing any actions. Learn these two techniques for performing parameter validation. Expert Advice [Navigating Single vs. Multiple AWS Accounts for Optimal Cloud Management]( Christopher Tozzi There are pros and cons to having multiple AWS — or any public cloud — accounts.   [Executing a Zero-Downtime Storage Hardware Refresh]( Brien Posey Performing a storage hardware refresh that avoids downtime and data loss involves a thorough plan. Here’s a real-world example. Debate [The ‘On-Premise’ Debate: How a Data Center Slang Term Went Mainstream]( Reed Martin How did the term ‘on-premise’ become a popular substitute for ‘on-premises’ in the tech industry? And does the grammatical error really matter today? Security Focus [Essential IT and Cybersecurity Acronyms Every ITOps Pro Should Know]( Christopher Tozzi BGP, SASE, SOAR, and more: These are the acronyms IT engineers need to be proficient in, with a significant focus on cybersecurity terminology.   [Unmasking Lorenz Ransomware: A Dive into Recent Tactics, Techniques and Procedures]( NCC Group's Digital Forensics Team shares its latest findings on how the notorious ransomware group is changing its strategies. Generating Discussion [Why Developers Should Replace Traditional Workstation with a Cloud Desktop]( Christopher Tozzi Here's why cloud desktops may be a better choice for software developers to use as development boxes than developer workstations. Career Focus [Remote Workers Often First to Get Laid Off Despite Legal Risk]( Bloomberg News Remote workers are more likely to be laid off or miss out on promotions, even though it could expose employers to discrimination lawsuits.   [As DEI Gets More Divisive, Companies Are Ditching Their Teams]( The Washington Post Zoom and Snap are among companies that have cut roles in recent weeks. Quiz [Cybersecurity Quiz 2024: Test Your IT Security Knowledge]( This quiz explores important cybersecurity concepts that every IT professional should know. [Manage Subscriptions]( You are subscribed to this newsletter as {EMAIL} Questions or problems? Contact [Customer Service](/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#30755d51595c634540405f424470595e565f425d511e535f5d0f4345525a5553440d796460425f) ITPro | Informa | 605 Third Avenue, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10158 | [Privacy Policy]( © 2022, Informa USA, Inc., All Rights Reserved.