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CrowdStrike: Are Regulations Failing to Ensure Continuity of Essential Services?

In recent years, regulations have been enacted that intend to ensure the continuity of essential services and mitigate security and availability risks. These regulations include the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and Network and Information Systems Regulations (NIS Regulations). In light of the recent incident involving CrowdStrike's Falcon system, it is legitimate to ask whether these regulations are truly effective.

Feature Friday #26: Groups custom promise type

There’s a users promise type for managing local users. However, did you know there is also a custom one for managing local groups? You might have seen it mentioned in the CFEngine Build announcement, the blog post on Managing local groups, or in the announcement supporting custom bodies post. But let’s take another look. The easiest way to integrate the groups custom promise type is by using cfbs, simply cfbs add promise-type-groups in your project.

How to detect broken links with Playwright

One of our Slack community members recently asked if they could use Playwright and Checkly to detect broken links on their sites. They certainly can, and the answer to this question covers so many different Playwright concepts that it makes a perfect case for sharing Playwright features with the community. Let's unveil some links going nowhere! If you prefer the video version of this tutorial,

From Siloed IT to Coordinated IT: Navigating the First Steps Towards Autonomic IT

Imagine a world where IT runs itself, monitoring and optimizing technology investments as it runs. Where IT operations are continuous: always available, always responsive, always seamless, always delivering what your organization – and your customers – need. This is Autonomic IT. However, implementing Autonomic IT is not as simple as adding technology and flipping a switch.

Early Cloud Adopters Are Rethinking Their Strategies

The early cloud migration gold rush promised agility, cost savings, and innovation. Yet, fast-forward a few years, and many of those “trailblazers” are now realizing their cloud strategy is anything but optimized. For those who lifted and shifted, hoping to catch the cloud wave, the tide is turning—and it’s not looking pretty. The truth? Cloud 1.0 is out. Simply moving your legacy apps to the cloud without rearchitecting was a band aid solution.

IT Outage Notification Templates and Incident Communication Examples

Outages cost millions and even billions for businesses across different spheres. For example, Amazon may lose up to $34 billion in sales within an hour of downtime, and a service outage back in March cost Meta nearly 100 million in revenue. However, that’s not all that was lost. Due to poor outage notifications and a lack of resolution details, many Meta users were kept in the dark about the outage. This Reddit thread shows many users were frustrated.

Top Tips for Succeeding in Your TESOL Certification Course

Getting out of your comfort zone to go and teach English abroad is a decision that will bring you unforgettable experiences and wonderful memories. But don't pack your bags just yet! First, you need to gain the necessary skills to become a professional teacher. In other words, you need to get yourself a TEFL qualification. A quick online search will show you countless course providers, which makes navigating TESOL certification courses quite daunting. Luckily, there are just a few things you should look out for to help you choose the more suitable course for your needs.

What Are the Average Ticket Prices for Football Games?

Understanding the average ticket prices for football games is crucial for fans and enthusiasts looking to catch their favorite teams in action. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a casual observer, diving into the factors that influence ticket costs can provide valuable insights into the dynamics of the football industry.

Proactive Maintenance Strategies for Subsea Electrical Systems

Subsea electrical systems are critical to the functioning of offshore operations. Ensuring these systems are well-maintained can prevent costly downtimes and enhance the overall safety of underwater projects. By implementing proactive maintenance strategies, companies can avoid potential failures and extend the lifespan of their equipment. In this article, we'll explore several proactive maintenance strategies for subsea electrical systems. We'll cover routine inspections, condition monitoring, insulation resistance testing, and the importance of using reliable materials.