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What's new in SQL Prompt Version 11.0

Jun 9, 2025 By Roseanna Mumby In Redgate
We’re excited to announce the release of SQL Prompt Version 11.0. SQL Prompt Version 11.0 adds support for SQL Server Management Studio 21 (SSMS 21) and includes compatibility with Azure Synapse Dedicated SQL Pools—building on our existing support for Azure Synapse Serverless SQL Pools. Read on to find out more about this new support along with other recent improvements to SQL Prompt.
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Sunbird

Making the Case for Creating a Digital Twin of All Your Technical Spaces

Jun 9, 2025 By Sunbird In Sunbird
Technology assets are no longer confined to the walls of a traditional data center. They now span a range of environments from core facilities and labs to distributed sites like IDF closets, manufacturing sites, and retail branches. Yet many organizations still rely on fragmented tools and manual processes to manage these distributed environments. This can result in gaps in visibility, inconsistent documentation, and higher operational risk.
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How to Integrate OpenTelemetry Collector with Prometheus

Jun 9, 2025 By Prathamesh Sonpatki In Last9
Pulling observability data together is rarely clean. Metrics come from everywhere, formats vary, and making sense of it takes some work. OpenTelemetry Collector and Prometheus fit perfectly here. The Collector handles ingestion and processing from different sources, while Prometheus stores and queries the data. Simple, effective, and no vendor lock-in. In this blog, we cover how to integrate the Collector with Prometheus, common pitfalls, and ways to control costs.
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Steve Owens of Verizon Discusses TDM Switch Decommissioning at Ribbon Insights 2024

Jun 9, 2025 By Ribbon In Ribbon
The video discusses Verizon’s strategic approach to accelerating the decommissioning (decom) of legacy Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) switches. The speaker emphasizes the importance of TDM switch decom in reducing power consumption, cutting expenses, complying with regional climate regulations, and reclaiming valuable technical space. A key driver for Verizon is the steep costs associated with maintaining aging infrastructure under increasingly stringent local carbon emission laws, particularly in the Northeast Corridor.
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A Complete Guide to Linux Log File Locations and Their Usage

Jun 9, 2025 By Anjali Udasi In Last9
Linux log files are text-based records that capture system events, application activities, and user actions. They're stored primarily in the /var/log directory and provide essential information for debugging issues, monitoring system health, and maintaining security. This guide covers the most important Linux log files and a few detailed techniques for reading and analyzing them.
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puppet

Open Source Automation Tools: Popular Options & How to Choose the Right One for Your Needs

Jun 9, 2025 By Puppet In Puppet
When looking at the broad landscape of IT automation tools, you’ll find dozens (if not hundreds) of tools that seem like viable solutions to your automation needs. Almost all of those tools can be broken down into two categories: Open source automation tools and commercial automation tools. (Open source automation tools with a commercial offering are still considered open source, even if the commercial edition has a price tag.)
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Azure Cost Optimization Best Practices - you can actually implement

Jun 6, 2025 By Turbo360 In Turbo360
Explore actionable strategies for Azure cost optimization—helping you move from just monitoring to actually reducing spend. Discover how leading teams are embedding FinOps best practices, leveraging automation, and building a cost-aware culture to keep cloud bills under control.
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