In our earlier blog, VMware vs OpenStack: Why OpenStack is the better VMware alternative in 2024, we explored how OpenStack offers a compelling alternative to VMware for building private clouds. That post covered OpenStack’s advantages in cost efficiency, flexibility, and vendor neutrality, making it a good choice for enterprises looking to move away from VMware. […]
· January 13, 2025 · 6 min read
Imagine a world where developers no longer wait hours or days for the resources they need. Instead, they deploy, test, and scale applications in real time while IT teams maintain control and manage costs. This isn’t a distant dream; it’s the reality enabled by developer-friendly and cost-effective private clouds that are revolutionizing enterprise IT. For
· December 17, 2024 · 4 min read
Migrations are complex, time-consuming, and costly. When deciding to leave VMware due to Broadcom price increases and their cancellation of perpetual licensing, the cost associated with the act of migration should be the second most important item. This blog will touch on the top 5 considerations for migrating from VMware to any alternate hypervisor for
· September 20, 2024 · 4 min read
One of the greatest strengths of FinOps is its ability to focus on driving business value. However, many teams, especially engineering teams, struggle to directly connect their work and their use of cloud services to the associated business outcome. When cloud financial management was in its infancy (circa 2015) the driving focus was the price
· June 18, 2024 · 8 min read
In this blog post, we will cover the following OpenStack vs VMware topics: Why now is the time to look for VMware alternatives? Common alternatives to VMware: A quick comparison of Proxmox, Nutanix, and Hyper-V Reasons why OpenStack faced challenges in initial enterprise adoption OpenStack has become a mature and enterprise-ready VMware alternative solution today
· May 20, 2024 · 8 min read
The NVIDIA GTC event has concluded. I recently returned from this event in San Jose, still buzzing with excitement from the incredible announcements and palpable energy throughout the conference. The rapid pace of innovation in the AI/ML infrastructure space was clear, with NVIDIA leading the way. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang delivered an awe-inspiring keynote, revealing
· March 26, 2024 · 7 min read
OpenStack has always been viewed as an open-source innovation in the cloud computing world, offering a comprehensive suite of features for scalable cloud infrastructure and proven capabilities to replace VMware in the data center. However, OpenStack’s extensive functionality comes at the expense of complexity, with complex components such as Nova, Cinder, Neutron, and others making
· March 15, 2024 · 3 min read
Cloud computing is undergoing a transformative phase. In this blog, we examine resurgence of OpenStack in the face of severe market disruptions, particularly the massive price hikes imposed by Broadcom VMware, which have left small to mid-sized VMware customers in the dust. Rising costs of public cloud services are also driving a shift toward more
· March 11, 2024 · 3 min read
KVM has advanced from a simple virtualization solution to a critical component of cloud infrastructure. KVM’s strengths stem from its open-source nature, compatibility with a variety of operating systems, and integration with major cloud management tools, which highlight its adaptability and efficiency for modern cloud applications. KVM has emerged as a viable alternative to other
· January 24, 2024 · 6 min read
Kubernetes, the leading container orchestration platform, is now an essential component of modern application development and deployment. However, its management can be complex and intimidating, especially given the rapid pace of updates, security challenges, and the need for high availability. Businesses require a solution that not only simplifies Kubernetes management but also ensures that their
· November 29, 2023 · 5 min read
Traditionally, Kubernetes deployments required a minimum of three nodes, but this approach is often impractical in many environments. Space constraints and, more importantly, cost considerations pose challenges. This is especially true in edge computing scenarios, where adding a third server is neither practical nor necessary. The justification for additional computing power becomes elusive, resulting in
· November 21, 2023 · 4 min read
KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America in Chicago has come and gone, but the Platform9 team is still buzzing from the event, brimming with newfound knowledge and innovative ideas. The conference provided an excellent platform for education and networking, attracting a global gathering of cloud-native technology experts from well-known open-source projects. Keynote speeches and panel discussions
· November 14, 2023 · 4 min read