Learning Guides
A TechTarget learning guide is an educational tool for a self-directed adult learner who works with information technology. Can't find a guide for the subject you need to learn more about? Let us know!
-
Unstructured data storage showdown: Object storage vs. scale-out NAS
Object storage and scale-out NAS are both highly scalable and built to handle large amounts of unstructured data. Which one is best suited for your environment?
-
A complete guide to AWS re:Invent 2019
AWS re:Invent is one of the biggest cloud and IT events of the year. Use this AWS conference guide to get the latest news and expert analysis before, during and after the show.
-
Why you should have a disaster recovery testing plan in place
Regular testing of a disaster recovery plan is one of the only ways to ensure a plan is working, up to date and well-tailored to an organization's needs.
-
Understand VMware disaster recovery from start to finish
To craft a good DR plan for your VMware environment, prepare for possible issues ahead of time. Devise a strategy with your knowledge of disaster recovery best practices and tools.
-
NetApp Insight 2019 Las Vegas: Conference highlights and updates
At last year's event, NetApp made it clear that a cloud push wasn't going to eliminate on-premises options. Where does the legacy vendor stand in 2019?
-
How to improve code quality, from teamwork to AI features
Development teams must enforce code quality from day one. Take a multifaceted approach to write, and then manage, secure application code with this advice from experts.
-
The vital guide to modern programming languages and their uses
Get to know programming languages that match modern development styles and architectures like mobile dev, serverless computing and microservices.
-
The contact center of the future is here
What started as a call center phone bank has morphed into a multipurpose operation aided by AI. This guide explores the contact center as it evolves into a critical CX force.
-
5G explained: A deep dive into the features and facts
In this 5G guide, learn about key features, challenges and deployment tips. This 5G explanation goes beyond the fundamentals and explores 5G's relationship to other technologies.
-
Oracle OpenWorld 2019 coverage: Oracle seeks loftier cloud perch
This guide covers technology developments and other news from the Oracle OpenWorld 2019 conference, plus key trends for Oracle cloud, database and application users.
-
Data protection technologies changing the market
The world of data protection is constantly evolving, and organizations need to be prepared with an arsenal of tools to face modern threats and hurdles.
-
How unified communications is getting down to business
This guide will get you up to date on what's happening in the world of UC, including how UC employs AI now, and what's new with UC tools for business messaging and contact centers.
-
Introduction to 5G: Your guide to fifth-generation wireless
This straightforward guide provides an introduction to 5G and encompasses the 5G basics you need to know. Learn what 5G is, use cases to consider and benefits for organizations.
-
Guide to practicing cloud-native development
In this guide, learn about cloud-native development -- what it is, how vendors try to exploit it and how to bring it to life with the help of a DevOps environment.
-
VMworld 2019 conference coverage
The annual VMworld conference runs from Aug. 25 to Aug. 29. Get all the information you'll need by reading the latest news and announcements about and from the user event.
-
Consumption-based, pay-for-what-you-use IT as a service
Composable infrastructure allows CIOs flexibility in combining compute, storage and networking into one framework. This guide explores the benefits of this relatively new technology.
-
Evaluate low-code app development strategies, tools and practices
Developers perpetually have too much work on their hands, which is why low-code app development tools are in style. Use this handy essential guide to make low-code implementation low fuss.
-
The beginner's guide to Hyper-V
Knowing Hyper-V beyond base functions is vital to getting your money's worth out of the product. You should understand features, security, containers and PowerShell compatibility.
-
GDPR, AI intensify privacy and data protection compliance demands
This guide covers the challenges data management teams face on data protection and privacy, particularly with the rise of GDPR and similar laws and the growing use of AI tools.
-
How to create a successful DevOps organizational structure
To build a DevOps organizational structure for speed and quality, align various skill sets with shared goals -- a process that requires a revolution, or evolution, of the status quo.
-
Latest news from the Black Hat 2019 conference
Learn the latest from this year's Black Hat conference, Aug. 3 to 8. Our team is in Las Vegas to report on what's new in information security risks, trends and defense tactics.
-
Customer data management tools shape personalization, boost CX
In this guide, learn about the many tools, including customer data platforms, that collect and analyze data from disparate sources and provide a single, 360-degree customer view.
-
Multi-cloud backup and recovery best practices and offerings
Multi-cloud data protection is a key element to include in a backup strategy. We provide tips for backup and recovery in multiple clouds and info on some of the leading providers.
-
Get the most out of version control in software engineering
Version control is a key concept in software engineering, as it enables dev teams to make code changes without overwrites or miscues. Learn version control basics with this guide.
-
A data protection and backup podcast primer: Tips, trends, products
Backup and recovery are important areas of focus. Take the time to peruse our collection of podcasts that detail key segments of the market and the big risks to your data.