Maximize Insights with Amazon Q Business and Amazon FSx for Enhanced Enterprise Search
In today’s dynamic business environment, organizations are constantly seeking innovative methods to derive insights from their ever-expanding data assets. The dependence on file server infrastructure to store, manage, and share vital data has never been greater. However, the sheer volume and complexity of data present significant challenges in harnessing its full potential. To tackle these issues, companies must adopt a new strategy. For additional insights, you can check out another blog post here.
Implementing SQL Server Stretch Failover Cluster Instance on Amazon EC2
by Daniel Smith, Alice Brown, and Mark Taylor
on 16 MAY 2025
in Amazon Elastic Block Store (Amazon EBS), Database, Expert (400), Technical How-to, Windows on AWS
This blog post discusses the process of deploying Microsoft SQL Server Failover Cluster Instance (FCI) on Stretch Cluster Replication within the Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2). Utilizing Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS) Multi-Attach on io2 volumes alongside Microsoft Windows Server Storage Replica technology, we will establish a shared storage solution across multiple Availability Zones. This approach offers a robust solution for high availability.
Seamless Integration of Identity Providers with AWS IAM Identity Center Using Okta
by John Williams and Lisa Green
on 01 MAY 2025
in AWS IAM Identity Center, Partner Solutions, Technical How-to, Thought Leadership
In this article, we will walk you through the steps to leverage Okta as an identity hub for integrating various identity providers with AWS IAM Identity Center. This strategy not only enhances security but also provides users with a unified authentication experience while simplifying administrative tasks. The challenges of managing identities in today’s rapidly changing business landscape require innovative solutions, and this method stands out.
Unlocking the Potential of Amazon Q Business with Microsoft SharePoint for Enterprise Search
by Rachel Adams, Tom Johnson, and Brian White
on 16 MAR 2025
in Amazon Q Business, Generative AI, Technical How-to, Windows on AWS
Organizations are increasingly focused on utilizing their data assets to extract meaningful insights. Their reliance on file server infrastructure for storing and sharing mission-critical data continues to grow. However, the challenges posed by data volume and complexity necessitate a fresh approach to maximizing its value. To learn more on this topic, you can refer to the authoritative resource here.
Utilizing Ola Hallengren’s SQL Server Maintenance Solution on AWS
by Alex Foster and Jane Cooper
on 08 MAR 2025
in Amazon EC2, Amazon RDS Custom, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Best Practices, Technical How-to
In this blog, we will demonstrate how to implement Ola Hallengren’s SQL Server Maintenance Solution with native backups to Amazon S3. Configuring database backups and maintenance jobs for SQL Servers is a common requirement for customers. By automating these tasks through Ola Hallengren’s solution, users can greatly simplify the management of SQL Server databases.
Configuring Microsoft Remote Desktop Services with User-Based Subscription Licenses via AWS License Manager
by Paul Martin and Karen Lee
on 27 JAN 2025
in Amazon EC2, AWS License Manager, Technical How-to, Windows on AWS
With the recent general availability of AWS Subscriber Access Licenses (SAL) for Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS), this post will guide you in utilizing AWS License Manager for providing subscription licenses for Microsoft RDS operating on Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2).
Continuous Database Replication to Amazon RDS for SQL Server from Azure SQL
by Nathaniel Carter, Emily Davis, and Robert King
on 10 JAN 2025
in Amazon EC2, RDS for SQL Server, Technical How-to
This blog explores the setup of continuous database replication from Azure SQL to Amazon RDS for SQL Server using SQL Data Sync for Azure. Many customers replicate data across cloud platforms for various purposes, including multicloud strategies and performance optimization.
Enhancing License Enforcement and Tracking Across Multiple Accounts Using AWS Organizations
by Michael Brown and Jennifer Wilson
on 03 JAN 2025
in Amazon EC2, AWS License Manager, AWS Organizations, Configuration, Compliance, and Auditing, Management & Governance, Resource Access Manager (RAM), Technical How-to, Windows on AWS
If you’re responsible for tracking licenses for all Amazon EC2 instances created from custom Amazon Machine Images (AMI) such as Microsoft Windows Server or SQL Server, this guide will provide a centralized solution for tracking and enforcing license usage per account.
Federating Into AWS from Azure DevOps Using OpenID Connect
by Jessica Hall and David Young
on 17 DEC 2024
in Architecture, AWS Security Token Service, AWS Toolkit for Azure DevOps, Security, Identity, & Compliance, Technical How-to
This blog post demonstrates how to utilize the OpenID Connect (OIDC) options in AWS Toolkit for Azure DevOps version 1.15.0+ to federate into AWS accounts, gaining temporary credentials without managing static AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) credentials.
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