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02.2021
Machine Learning:
- Data processing options for AI/ML
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/machine-learning/data-processing-options-for-ai-ml/
- Solving numerical optimization problems like scheduling, routing, and allocation with Amazon SageMaker Processing
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/machine-learning/solving-numerical-optimization-problems-like-scheduling-routing-and-allocation-with-amazon-sagemaker-processing/
- General availability: Azure Machine Learning updates for native terminal
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/general-availability-azure-machine-learning-updates-for-native-terminal/
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/machine-learning/how-to-run-jupyter-notebooks#terminal
AI Related:
- Opting out of AWS AI data usage
https://summitroute.com/blog/2021/01/06/opting_out_of_aws_ai_data_usage/
- Computer Vision at Scale with Dask and PyTorch on Amazon EC2 Spot Instances
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/apn/computer-vision-at-scale-with-dask-and-pytorch-on-amazon-ec2-spot-instances/
- Performing (surprisingly-easy!) Sentiment Analysis on Google Cloud
https://blog.doit-intl.com/performing-surprisingly-easy-sentiment-analysis-on-google-cloud-platform-fc26b2e2b4b
Data Analytics:
- Data lake best practices (Hebrew)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoFJ_b8wKU0
- Azure Dav4-series VMs are available in Azure HDInsight
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/azure-dav4series-vms-are-available-in-azure-hdinsight/
- Apache Spark Connector for SQL Server and Azure SQL now compatible with Spark 3.0
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/apache-spark-connector-for-sql-server-and-azure-sql-now-compatible-with-spark-30/
- Data Mesh defined, based on Azure
https://www.jamesserra.com/archive/2021/02/data-mesh/
- Machine Learning on Azure SQL Managed Instance now available
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/machine-learning-on-azure-sql-managed-instance-now-available/
- Databricks on Google Cloud: an open integrated platform for data, analytics and machine learning
https://cloud.google.com/blog/products/data-analytics/databricks-on-google-cloud
HPC Related:
- Case Study – University of Sussex delivers high-performance computing to students and researchers with Microsoft Azure
https://customers.microsoft.com/en-gb/story/1333192417990161310-university-of-sussex-higher-education-azure
Quantum Computing:
- Creating a bridge between machine learning and quantum computing with PennyLane
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/opensource/creating-a-bridge-between-machine-learning-and-quantum-computing-with-pennylane/
- A different type of cloud computing: Quantum breakthrough uses lasers to find data in a giant cloud of atomic nuclei
https://www.zdnet.com/article/a-different-type-of-cloud-computing-quantum-breakthrough-uses-lasers-to-find-data-in-a-giant-cloud-of-atomic-nuclei/
- GÉANT Infoshare – Quantum Technologies – Principles, Challenges and Applications
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZN41xyfUr4
Research in the Cloud:
- UAE Mars mission uses AWS to advance scientific discoveries
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/publicsector/uae-mars-mission-uses-aws-advance-scientific-discoveries/
General Administration:
- Secure and automated domain membership management for EC2 instances with no internet access
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/security/secure-and-automated-domain-membership-management-for-ec2-instances-with-no-internet-access/
- Automate Azure VM Best Practices Configuration Using Azure Automanage
https://petri.com/automate-azure-vm-best-practices-configuration-using-azure-automanage
- Upload Custom Linux Hyper-V Image for Gen 2 VM in Azure
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/core-infrastructure-and-security/upload-custom-linux-hyper-v-image-for-gen-2-vm-in-azure/ba-p/2143737
- Managing Linux workloads in Azure with the latest technical advancements
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlYW0h_mEDw
- Cross Region Restore of Azure VMs now generally available
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/cross-region-restore-of-azure-vms-now-generally-available/
Remote Learning and Remote Working:
- Simplify Amazon AppStream 2.0 image management with Application Masking
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/desktop-and-application-streaming/simplify-appstream-2-0-image-management-with-application-masking/
- More options for learning with Google Workspace for Education
https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/google-workspace-for-education
- A peek at what’s next for Google Classroom
https://www.blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/classroom-roadmap/
- How Cloud Solutions support students and schools
https://www.blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/cloud-solutions-more-support/
- Choosing Between Azure Lab Services and Windows Virtual Desktop for Your Educational Scenarios
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/educator-developer-blog/choosing-between-azure-lab-services-and-windows-virtual-desktop/ba-p/1220912
- Use Custom Role to Tailor Teachers' Lab Management Permissions
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/azure-lab-services/use-custom-role-to-tailor-teachers-lab-management-permissions/ba-p/2113016
- How to set up a Team with Microsoft Teams groups
https://www.addictivetips.com/web-conferencing/microsoft-teams-groups/
- Free Microsoft Teams resources support learning in hybrid classrooms
https://educationblog.microsoft.com/en-us/2021/02/free-microsoft-teams-resources-support-learning-in-hybrid-classrooms/
- Enhance productivity in Microsoft Teams with pop out apps and tabs
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/enhance-productivity-in-microsoft-teams-with-pop-out-apps-and/ba-p/2130064
- Sharpen your Cloud Skills with Carnegie Mellon University and Microsoft Learn
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93VCI1zqx4c
Database Related:
- Migrate databases from SQL Server to SQL Managed Instance using Log Replay Service
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/azure-sql/migrate-databases-from-sql-server-to-sql-managed-instance-using/ba-p/2144303
Storage Related:
- AWS EBS: Amazon Cloud Storage Pricing Explained
https://www.cloudhealthtech.com/blog/aws-ebs-amazon-cloud-storage-pricing
- New Azure disk bursting metrics
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/new-disk-bursting-metrics/
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-machines/disk-bursting
Cloud Migration:
- To the cloud and beyond! Planning a multi-year data center migration
https://cloud.google.com/blog/products/cloud-migration/planning-a-multi-year-data-center-migration
Cost Management:
- Have Cloud Sticker Shock? Here Are 5 Steps To Manage Cloud Costs
https://redmondmag.com/articles/2021/02/16/cloud-sticker-shock.aspx
- Optimize your Azure Costs by Automating SAP System Start – Stop
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/running-sap-applications-on-the/optimize-your-azure-costs-by-automating-sap-system-start-stop/ba-p/2120675
Cloud Security Related:
- 6 cloud vulnerabilities that can cripple your environment
https://searchcloudcomputing.techtarget.com/tip/6-cloud-vulnerabilities-that-can-cripple-your-environment
- Braced for Impact: Fostering Good Cloud Security Posture Management
https://securityintelligence.com/articles/cloud-security-posture-management-braced-for-impact/
- Cloud Malware: 5 Types of Attacks and 3 Security Measures
https://cloud.netapp.com/blog/blg-cloud-malware-5-types-of-attacks-and-3-security-measures
- Cloud Ransomware: Solving 3 Key Challenges
https://cloud.netapp.com/blog/cloud-ransomware-solving-3-key-challenges
Azure Security Related:
- Canonical and Microsoft: Securing, strengthening, and simplifying your Linux Stack
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hH4_2UJCg2I
- Essentials of security across your Linux workloads and the cloud platform
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bC3DR2RNt_c
AWS Security Related:
- How to continuously audit and limit security groups with AWS Firewall Manager
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/security/how-to-continuously-audit-and-limit-security-groups-with-aws-firewall-manager/
Google Cloud Security Related:
- CISO's Guide to Security Transformation
https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/ciso-guide-to-security-transformation.pdf