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My Automation Journey, Part 2: Building in Ansible and Initial Impact
In part two of this blog series, we discuss getting started with Ansible playbooks and take a look ahead at the role of DNS.

BlueCat Kick-Off 2020: Here We Go!
On a sunny morning in downtown Toronto, over 500 smiling faces made their way to the TIFF Bell Lightbox. The aroma of coffee and pastries couldn’t compete…

My Network Automation Journey, Part 1: Frameworks and Goals
Successful implementation of network automation requires planning, clear goals, and a strong deployment strategy. Blog series part 1: plans and goals.

10 Things I Learned about DNS in my First 30 Days at BlueCat
Hi there! I’m Jadecy Huynh, BlueCat’s new Marketing Content Manager. When I joined BlueCat a short month ago, I knew almost nothing about DNS. As…

DNS Security: Canadian Government Recommends a DNS Firewall
The Canadian government helps organizations take on cybersecurity. With BlueCat DNS Edge, organizations can maximize their security investments.

BlueCat and Axonius Provide a New Level of Visibility into Network Devices and Activity
BlueCat and Axonius have teamed up to provide visibility into network devices which can only be detected through DNS traffic.

Un-disrupt the Cloud Disruption
Cloud initiatives are great for end-users, but a nightmare for network administrators who have to deal with the DNS consequences.

DNS is the secret to next-level network automation
Reliable, easy, and secure network automation includes DNS. Learn how to reduce your IT team’s burden by fully automating your network and DNS back end.

6 Tips from Network Security Professionals to Re-Ignite Your Career
We all have moments when work-life balance collapses. Time fire-fighting takes over time dedicated for more meaningful work. Whether you’re beginning in…

DNS automation: Scheduling tasks using Gateway and Rundeck
Rundeck, an open-source scheduling platform, easily integrates with Gateway using our plug-in available on GitHub. With Rundeck and Gateway, you can create…

How These Technology Mavens Fell Into the World of IT
Neither Judith Hurwitz or Kelly Shortridge set out to become IT leaders. But that’s exactly what they did. Maybe you’ve read one of Judith Hurwitz’s…

Indeni Complements Your Monitoring Solution for Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
Five Reasons why enterprises deploy Indeni with their existing monitoring solutions. 1. Automate High Availability readiness checks Proactively automate…

Get a handle on your conditional forwarder DNS rules
Conditional forwarder DNS rules are hard to manage at scale in the cloud. Learn how BlueCat’s centralized and automated DNS platform can help.

Network & Security Automation: When the Lego blocks don’t fit
Who doesn’t love playing with Lego blocks? Colorful blocks of different shapes and sizes, all fitting so nicely together thanks to “the…

DNS Edge: Our First 2019 Release (We’re just getting warmed up)
The polar vortex may have cooled things down, but BlueCat DNS Edge is getting warmed up. We just kicked off the first 2019 release, providing customers…

DNS automation: Add multiple DNS entries with Gateway
Gateway is BlueCat’s application for creating custom workflows to automate common tasks, reducing day-to-day manual effort. Learn how to save time with…

How DNS reduces network complexity
Intelligent Networking eliminates the need for complicated forwarding rules and duplicate name records by controlling resolution pathways through DNS.

Integrate BlueCat, Cisco ACI, and Cisco DNA to save time and promote data integrity
BlueCat integrates with Cisco ACI and Cisco DNA center to simplify DDI connections with your entire network stack.

DNS Flag Day: Guidance for BlueCat Users
BlueCat is fully prepared for DNS Flag Day. BlueCat DNS Servers (both DNS Integrity and DNS Edge) will continue to function as normal.

DNS Solutions in 2019: From Breaking Point to Tipping Point
BlueCat is focused on delivering value to our customers and enabling their strategic initiatives through DNS. Here’s what we‚Äôll be focused on this…

Cloud cybersecurity is a joint responsibility
Atlanta moved more of its enterprise to the cloud after a major ransomware attack. But simply moving to the cloud isn’t a cybersecurity strategy in and of…

DNS Automation: Getting Started with Gateway
Need help with the first steps in automating your DNS management system? Look no further – here’s a helpful guide to get you started.

BlueCat’s Hackathon: The Coolest Projects Of The Year
BlueCat’s annual Hackathon event is back and these are the coolest projects of the year. Check out the winning team’s projects here.

Can DNS finally secure government contractor networks?
Contractors present a cybersecurity risk to government agencies. Contracting language has failed to bring contractor networks up to par. Can DNS?
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