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What are Linux containers?

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In contrast to traditional applications where all components are developed in one piece, some types of applications become easier to build and maintain when they are broken down into smaller pieces that work synchronously. Applications that are built as modular components are easier to understand, test and maintain. Naturally, this makes your organization more agile. Organizations can benefit from time reduction, scalability, and resilience. So, what are  Linux Containers ? Linux Containers are a set of one or more processes that are isolated from the rest of the system. Simply put, Containers are software packaging applications that isolate only those components that are needed for its operation. Containers encapsulate software/service, application, all of its dependencies and a minimal amount of runtime applications that it needs to perform its function. Linux Containers  are therefore very similar to traditional Virtual Machines. But then, How are Linux...

What is disaster recovery, RPO and RTO?

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Let’s face the fact: Disasters occur. There can be floods, fires or cyclones. There can even be a cyber attack or a ransomware attack. Organizations can’t afford to be non-operational because of regional power outages, cyber attacks or hardware failures. Every minute applications and systems are down translated into lost revenue. 2015 disaster recovery statistics suggest that downtime lasting for one hour can cost small companies as much as $8,000, mid-size organizations $74,000, and large enterprises $700,000. As IT systems have become increasingly critical to the smooth operation of a company, and arguably the economy as a whole, the importance of ensuring the continued operation of those systems, and their rapid recovery, has increased. For example, of companies that had a major loss of business data, 43% never reopen and 29% close within two years. As a result, preparation for continuation or recovery of systems needs to be taken very seriously. You might not be ab...

What is SaaS?

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Most cloud computing service architectures fall into 3 broad categories: · Infrastructure – As-A-Service · Platform-As-A-Service · Software-As-A-Service Software as a service is a method of delivering software over the internet, on demand and typically on a subscription basis. With SaaS, cloud providers host and manage the software application and underlying  infrastructure  and handle any  maintenance  like software upgrades , users need not worry about. SaaS allows users to connect to and use cloud-based apps over the internet. Common examples include email, calendaring. The applications reside on remote cloud network accessed through web or API. How does  SaaS  Work? By means of what’s called multi tenant architecture, SaaS strictly delivers business software to thousands of customers. The cloud component simply implies an active connection to the internet and those devices and browsers that make access possible. All the elements t...

Applications Of Cloud Computing

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what are the uses of  cloud computing ? Storage ,  Backup  and  Disaster Recovery Cloud provides you the option to store data in a cost-efficient manner at an extremely large scale. You can transfer your data to an offsite cloud storage system that is accessible from any location and any device Delivery of Software on Demand Software as a service (SaaS) business models run on cloud platform. Latest software updates are available to your customers at any place and time Embedding of Intelligence Intelligence tools can be embedded to provide you with valuable insights from the data captured. This enables better management of data Creation of New Services and Applications Build, deploy and scale of new applications is easier on the web, mobile and APIs with cloud technology. Streaming of Audio and Video It becomes easier to connect with your audience at any time and on any device with HD video option and audio with global distribut...

Benefits Of Cloud Computing

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Does cloud make sense for all? What are the benefits of cloud computing to your organization? Scalability The foremost benefit of cloud is scalability. Capacity of cloud can be adjusted according to your changing business demands. For example, if you are promoting a sales activity, capacity can be immediately expanded and you can avoid losing sales and crashing servers. Once the sales activity is over, capacity can be immediately shrunk to reduce your costs Lower Costs No capital expenditure on fixed hardware resources. At the same time, you save costs on  maintenance  of computing resources. You pay according to your operational needs based on a subscription plan. 24x7 Availability Most cloud providers have an up-time of 99.9% Automated Software Updates The server suppliers regularly update software including updates on security, so that you do not waste time on maintaining the systems Enhanced Collaboration Cloud applications enhance collabor...