A Look At Docker & Containers Technology

 Docker & Containers Technology

Virtualisation is the process of running virtual instances of computer systems, abstracted from the actual underlying hardware. You can have multiple Operating Systems (OS) running simultaneously on single hardware where each OS is a virtual instance isolated from other. These OSs are termed as virtual machines (VM) which can be stored as an instance for backup, used for software testing in various environments, migrated to another location altogether.

Example: An enterprise server OS crashes along with the hardware. As the OS was a VM, the system administrator of the enterprise easily picks-up its backup VM (VMs are stored as image files — a snapshot of the original instance) and deploys it on other working hardware in minutes.

VM creates a whole OS. But we can also create virtualised application packages that can run on different platforms same as a VM does irrespective of platform, using ‘Docker and Containers’.

What is Docker?

Docker is an open source ecosystem of tools to create, manage and deploy applications for any platform. The general idea is to create applications, package them together into containers and ship them for deployment. Docker is a virtualisation technology. It allows applications to use the OS of the computer on which it is deployed (Client) and ships only that parts of the application (that is, the libraries, dependencies, supporting applications, etc.) that are not available on the Client. With the help of docker, we create containers containing applications that are consistent irrespective of the platform. Docker is available for the Linux, Windows and Mac environment.

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Make Your Endpoint Security A Reality

In the initial days of the internet, when companies newly started using computing technologies, the local network had a very rigid perimeter. Servers and repositories were physically present in the same office. Today, due to a massive shift to cloud hosting, SaaS, and the ongoing pandemic, the situation has turned 180 degrees. The organizational workforce, partners, and vendors are connected to enterprise networks remotely from their devices.

These remotely connected personal devices pose a cybersecurity risk that malicious attackers can take advantage of to rob corporate data. According to research by Check Point, throughout 2021, the weekly average of ransomware attacks focused on company networks expanded by 50% in comparison to 2020.  It is now critical for businesses to deploy robust endpoint security solutions that protect their data stored across endpoints.

What Is Endpoint Security?

Endpoint security is the method of protecting endpoint devices such as desktops, laptops, mobile phones, and tablets from cyberattacks. These endpoints are the gate to access the organization’s network which can then be used by malicious attackers for cyberattacks.

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Digital Transformation In Logistic Industry: Where Does India Stand?

Logistics as a sector of any economy is like the veins in the human body, various body parts will start suffering if the veins are affected in one way or the other. Now, considering the logistics sector then it has certainly been hit hard by the pandemic. The resultant butterfly effect is certainly visible in the form of the performance of the Indian economy amidst the pandemic. The conclusion for the same can be drawn from two different reports.

First, there was a survey by McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) in 2019 which predicted the expansion of the Indian Logistics sector at a CAGR of above 10% from 2020 to 2025, but post-pandemic the situation seems to be unfavorably changing for the sector, which as per a recent report by UK-based research firm Technavio is almost 8%. Amidst all this, the need of the hour is a complete overhaul with the digital transformation of the Indian logistics industry. The next question that arises then is, where does the Indian industry stand when it comes to digital transformation in the logistics market in the country? To understand it first, we need to understand the sector status in detail.

So, let us consider in detail the Indian Logistics sector in terms of its present situation and the road ahead.

The present state of Warehousing & Transportation

Warehousing and Transportation are two crucial functions of the logistics sector and pandemics have impacted both on a large scale. This has created major hurdles and challenges in forecasting the demand, assigning specific capacity, and allocating products across various sectors and regions.

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Determining Why Your Organization Needs Web Application Security

If you are a CIO or a key decision-maker of your organization, having a well-defined web security mechanism can be extremely beneficial. Web application security depicts an array of processes, technologies, and methods implemented for protecting an end-user’s web servers, web applications, and web services from all forms of online threats & malware. Having a robust web application security mechanism in place becomes essential for enterprises. This security technique protects users’ and enterprises’ data from all forms of data theft and obstacles that hinder business continuity.

Understanding Web Application Security

Web application security is a broad term, and it encapsulates an array of methods and strategies for securing web browsers and applications. The techniques help secure an organization’s digital assets against various cyber threats. Most web application security threats arise due to exploited weaknesses by pushing vulnerabilities through these weaknesses. Cybercriminals deploy malicious techniques to determine these ‘loopholes’ in security mechanisms & get away with user-critical data to have personal gains.

Some common targets of these web-based attacks initiated by cybercriminals include content management system tools, database administration tools, along SaaS applications. These systems are often targeted because these hold high business, and a single cyberattack can lead to substantial monetary & non-monetary losses.

Common Web Application Vulnerabilities

Web application vulnerabilities occur in the absence of defined inputs/outputs that cybercriminals exploit for manipulating source codes or gaining illegal access to sensitive data. These vulnerabilities open the scope for an array of attacks, comprising of the following.

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Top 5 SaaS Trends to look out for in 2022

 Since we are living in a digitalized world, the SaaS industry has progressed remarkably against the pandemic and its challenges. Today, SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solutions are a chunk of almost every commercial workflow. It’s a given because of these offerings’ accessibility, versatility, cost-effectiveness, and agility. With SaaS trends taking over the industry, a lot is set to change in the technology world. We have curated relevant facts about SaaS mechanisms and trends so that you don’t have to!

Today, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions are a part of nearly each business workflow. However, a lot is unfolding with SaaS coming into play – pricing policies are changing, new technologies such as AI and Machine Learning are shaping up the near future. Some of these changes seem superficial, but they may have a significant impact on the operational costs of a business. Others are critical and require close monitoring to see how they pan out.

During the ordeal of the pandemic, SaaS – in FinTech, Databases, Multimedia, Automation, cyber security, and the IT sector overall – saw a stable capital flow, whereas the entertainment, travel, sports, and hospitality industries saw a hit. However, online banking, payments, online delivery apps, OTP Platforms, and various online portals saw a visible surge. This made sure that the SaaS Industry drew sharp attention from investors across the globe. The compliance requirements shaped by the GDPR and CCPA unlocked new investment opportunities for SaaS vendors who quickly incorporated privacy regulations into their applications. A notable trend to focus on is that SaaS sellers will include more free trials in their pricing plans. Typically, organizations use more free apps than paid ones; but there has been a great transition to paid customers for trial periods in recent times.

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