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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat is Now Supported!

Announcing support for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat on all Cloud 66 products (including registered servers). From this point onward, newly added servers will have Ubuntu 24.04 installed. Don't forget, you can control your target Ubuntu version via a selection dropdown when scaling up via the UI, or through your manifest! Ubuntu 24.04 is a Long-Term Support (LTS) release and will receive ongoing app updates and critical security fixes until June 2029.

Charmed MySQL enters General Availability

Nov 6th, 2024: Today Canonical announced the release of Charmed MySQL, an enterprise solution that helps you secure and automate the deployment, maintenance and upgrades of your MySQL databases across private and public clouds. MySQL is one of the world’s most popular databases. MySQL’s simple deployment model and ease of use make it the default choice for many developers. MySQL is the M in the popular LAMP architecture that powers most web applications today.

12 SaaS Reporting Tools To Consider For Your Business

SaaS has transformed from just a convenient cloud solution into the leading driver of the rapidly expanding cloud computing sector. With its market value projected to reach $716.52 billion by 2028, nearly all organizations globally will use SaaS in some capacity. Yet, SaaS without reporting is like running a business without a budget — you’re operating but have no idea where your resources are going.

Easiest Way to Monitor Traefik Requests Using StatsD and Graphite

Traefik is a modern reverse proxy and load balancer designed to handle dynamic, microservices-based environments with ease. It's popular for its simple configuration, native integration with cloud platforms, and ability to automatically discover services in real time. Monitoring Traefik is essential to ensure efficient traffic management, gain insights into service performance, and quickly detect issues, making it a vital component in maintaining reliable, high-performance applications.

Seamless Connectivity: Dynamic Colocation Explained

In today's fast-paced, ever-evolving digital landscape, businesses need flexible, scalable solutions to manage and deploy applications across multiple regions. With constant fluctuations in demand, the concept of colocation has evolved from a simple server-renting model to an advanced digital strategy that promotes connectivity, reliability, and growth. This article explores the modern concept of dynamic colocation, a hyperconnected model that empowers businesses to meet evolving demands with ease and agility.

Identify and Fix SQL Server Backup Errors

Properly configured and easily locatable SQL Server backups are critical to maintaining data integrity and business continuity. However, missing or mislabeled backup files can complicate recovery processes, potentially resulting in data loss or extended downtime during restoration efforts. In this article, we’ll review why the backup process may fail, provide options for locating missing backups, and suggest several ways to address backup history challenges proactively.

What is IoT device management?

IoT device management refers to processes or practices used to deploy, monitor and maintain IoT devices. As organizations scale up their IoT efforts, a solid device management approach is essential to running a secure, streamlined fleet of devices. The proliferation of connected devices worldwide (projected to reach 18.8 billion in 2024) means that IoT device management is growing more complex, a reality that has not gone unnoticed by bad actors.

Snowflake Vs. Databricks: Which Data Cloud Platform Should You Use Now?

Snowflake and Databricks are both robust data platforms. Both are built for speed, scale, and cloud-native applications. They also prioritize efficiency and adherence to strict data protection protocols. Yet each adopts a distinct approach and features suited to its architecture and various use cases. It is these differences that can make all the difference in the way your data is processed, analyzed, reported, and more.