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Understanding Key Differences Between AWS Cloud Services

4 days ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Christopher Tozzi

At a GlanceEC2 is an AWS IaaS offering that provides cloud-based server instances for hosting workloads. ECS is a managed container orchestration service designed specifically for deploying and managing containerized applications. EC2 and ECS serve distinct purposes, with different pricing models, tooling, and levels of control. If you're new to the world of AWS cloud services, you might assume that there are few major differences between EC2 and ECS.
Understanding GPU Servers and Their Role in Data Centers

5 days ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Christopher Tozzi

You can’t train and operate most types of AI workloads without Graphics Processing Units, or GPUs. But you also can’t deploy GPUs without servers to host them. This is why conversations about the future of GPUs inside data centers must consider not just how businesses will acquire, configure, and power GPUs themselves, but also how they’ll build out the server infrastructure where the GPUs will live.
Understanding Key Differences Between AWS Cloud Services

5 days ago | itprotoday.com | Christopher Tozzi

If you're new to the world of AWS cloud services, you might assume that there are few major differences between EC2 and ECS. Not only do their names sound similar, but they overlap in functionality in key ways — particularly because ECS workloads can run on top of EC2 infrastructure in some cases. That said, it would be a mistake to treat EC2 and ECS as identical. As this article explains, they're distinct services that cater to unique use cases. What Is EC2?
Why the Forecast Is Only Partly Sunny

1 week ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Christopher Tozzi

Solar power is cheap, at least when compared to other renewables, like geothermal. It’s clean. It’s fast to install. Given these advantages, why aren’t solar-powered data centers more common in the industry? The short answer is that data centers are increasingly incorporating solar power, but they’re still a minority. The longer answer, which this article explores, involves the unique opportunities and challenges that solar energy presents in the context of data centers.
Revolution or Rebranding of AI-Assisted Development?

1 week ago | itprotoday.com | Christopher Tozzi

First there was low-code/no-code. Then came AI-assisted coding. Now, we've entered the age of vibe coding — the latest, greatest programming trend aimed at boosting software developer productivity. In light of the vibe coding hype, the question facing software developers is: To what extent does vibe coding meaningfully improve upon earlier technology-assisted coding techniques, like AI-assisted programming?
Which Language Should You Learn for AI Programming?

2 weeks ago | itprotoday.com | Christopher Tozzi

As of the mid-2020s, few software development fields are as trendy as the one surrounding AI – which is why many developers are asking the question, "Which programming language is best for AI?"The answer, as this article explains, is open-ended. There is no single "best" AI development language. But some languages tend to be more important in the AI space than others. What Is AI Programming?
A Practical Guide for Small IT Teams

2 weeks ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Christopher Tozzi

Building a full-scale, traditional data center requires millions of dollars and many months of construction. It’s an endeavor beyond the reach of most small and medium-sized organizations. But that doesn’t mean smaller companies can’t have their own data centers. They can – by building a micro data center. What Is a Micro Data Center? A micro data center is a small-scale facility for housing IT equipment.
The Unsung Hero Behind AI Operations Success

3 weeks ago | itprotoday.com | Christopher Tozzi

These days, ITOps can feel mundane. The AI boom has brought other, flashier forms of "Ops" — such as AIOps, MLOps, and LLMOps — to the center of today's IT conversations. That doesn't mean, however, that ITOps has become irrelevant. On the contrary, ITOps remains as critical as ever, given that it plays a key — if underappreciated — role in supporting practices like AIOps and MLOps.
Certifications Boost IT Pro Job Prospects, Salaries

3 weeks ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Christopher Tozzi

Short-term certification programs are reshaping the tech labor market in 2025, as employers increasingly prioritize skills validation over traditional degrees to fill high-demand roles in fields like AI, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. Whether in cloud computing, data analytics, cybersecurity, or AI, certifications help professionals stay relevant by aligning their skills with the industry's current needs.
How It Stacks Up Against GitHub and GitLab

3 weeks ago | itprotoday.com | Christopher Tozzi

GitHub and GitLab — the best-known Git-based hosting sites — tend to be the first platforms that come to mind when developers think about where to create code repositories. But they are not the only games in town. A third option is Bitbucket, a GitHub alternative provided by Atlassian. Bitbucket isn't the ideal solution for every software development use case.