Description

Linode (Akamai)

Linode (Akamai) Cloud: Features & Description

Linode, now part of Akamai Cloud, provides affordable and developer-friendly cloud computing solutions for businesses, developers, and startups. It offers virtual machines, storage, networking, and security services with a focus on simplicity, performance, and transparent pricing.

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1. Compute Services

Linode Compute (Virtual Machines)

• Linux-based virtual machines (VMs) with flexible configurations.
• Available in Shared, Dedicated, High Memory, and GPU instances.
• Pay-as-you-go pricing with no hidden costs.

Kubernetes Engine (LKE – Linode Kubernetes Engine)

• Fully managed Kubernetes for containerized applications.
• Automated node scaling, networking, and security.

Bare Metal Servers

• Dedicated physical servers for high-performance applications.
• No virtualization overhead for maximum efficiency.

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2. Storage & Databases

Block Storage

• Scalable NVMe SSD-based storage for high performance.

Object Storage

• S3-compatible object storage for backups, media files, and archives.
• Integrated with Akamai’s global CDN (Content Delivery Network).

Managed Databases

• Fully managed MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Automatic scaling, backups, and security.

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3. Networking

Cloud Load Balancer

• Distributes incoming traffic across multiple instances.
• Ensures high availability and performance.

Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) & VLANs

• Secure private networking for internal communication.

DDoS Protection

• Free, always-on DDoS protection to mitigate attacks.

Akamai Global CDN

• Reduces latency with global content caching.
• Improves website and application speed.

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4. Security & Compliance

Cloud Firewall

• Restrict access with configurable firewall rules.

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

• Enhances security for user accounts.

SOC 2 Compliance & GDPR-Ready

• Meets industry security and privacy standards.

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5. Developer Tools & DevOps

API & CLI

• Automate deployments with RESTful API and CLI.

Terraform & Ansible Support

• Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for automated resource management.

Monitoring & Alerts

• Real-time metrics and customizable alerts for system health.

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6. Pricing & Key Benefits

• Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees; pay only for what you use.
• Developer-Friendly: Simple UI, CLI, and API for easy management.
• High Performance: NVMe SSD storage and Akamai’s global network.
• Global Infrastructure: Data centers in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.