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The Cloud Management Guide - Definition, Benefits and Tips

Cloud management refers to the exercise of control over public, private or hybrid cloud infrastructure resources and services. A well-designed cloud management strategy can help IT pros maintain control over those dynamic and scalable computing environments -- but that is no easy task.

We’ve created this expert guide to help you understand how to design your cloud management strategy, including why cloud management is important, its goals and characteristics, as well as platforms, tools, and vendors.

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