Thursday, December 18, 2025

Week 3

 


Five Stages of Migration


Migration in IT usually happens in five main stages:

PlanningFigure out what needs to be moved, why, and how. Set goals, check risks, and create a roadmap to make sure the migration goes smoothly.


AssessmentTake a close look at your current systems, data, and apps. Identify any dependencies or problems that could slow things down.


DesignPlan the actual migration process. Decide on tools, steps, timelines, and backups. Think of it like mapping out the journey before you start.


Migration/ExecutionMove the data, apps, or systems to the new environment. Usually done in phases to avoid downtime or errors.


Validation/Post-MigrationTest everything after the move. Make sure data is correct, apps work, and users can access what they need. Fix any issues before finishing.


The five stages - Planning, Assessment, Design, Migration, and Validation, help make migrations smooth, reduce risks, and ensure everything runs properly in the new system.

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Week 2

    



VIRTUALIZATION


Virtualization plays a big role in today’s technology because it makes using computers more efficient and flexible. Instead of needing a separate physical computer for every task, virtualization allows one computer to run multiple virtual machines at the same time. This helps save money, space, and energy since fewer physical machines are needed. It also makes managing systems easier because everything can be controlled and updated from one main system. Virtualization is helpful for testing and learning because you can try new software or settings without risking damage to the main computer. If something goes wrong, it usually stays within that virtual machine. In general, virtualization helps businesses and schools work smarter by improving performance, organization, and reliability in IT environments.



Thursday, December 4, 2025

Week 1 Posting - First Entry

 


Starting My IT and Cloud Computing Journey


Hi everyone! My name is Maria, and I’m excited to start this blog as I begin learning about IT and Cloud Computing. I’m new to this field, so I don’t have much hands-on experience yet, but I’m eager to learn and grow over the course of this class. Cloud Computing is something I’ve heard a lot about, especially how it helps businesses store data, improve efficiency, and support flexible work environments. Through this course, I hope to understand the basics, like cloud types, services, and how organizations use them. I also want to learn about the challenges involved and ways to solve them. I’m looking forward to sharing my progress, reflecting on what I’m learning, and connecting with others who are exploring IT and cloud computing.



Week 7

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