Infrastructure as code: getting started
With Infrastructure as Code (IaC), manage servers with code, not clicks. In this guide, you'll learn why manual configuration is risky and how to get started with Terraform.
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Category Cloud & Infrastructure
Practical articles on hosting, servers, security, SEO and online business — in plain, useful language.
Autoscaling: horizontal vs vertical
Learn the differences between horizontal and vertical scaling, architectural prerequisites, costs, and common pitfalls with practical examples and real commands.
Read moreServer monitoring and effective alerting
With proper server monitoring, you'll be alerted before a crisis hits. In this guide, you'll learn what to monitor, how to set thresholds, and how to avoid alert fatigue.
Read moreDDoS attacks and how protection works
Learn about the types of DDoS attacks at the network, transport, and application layers, and find out which solutions actually stop these attacks and which ones are just a waste of time.
Read moreGPU servers for AI — when you actually need one
Does your AI project really need a GPU server? We examine the differences between training and inference, criteria for choosing a graphics card, and common mistakes.
Read moreWhat a load balancer is and how it works
Get to know the load balancer: types, load distribution algorithms, health checks, and session management. A practical guide for proper selection and configuration.
Read moreHybrid cloud for enterprises
A practical guide to designing a hybrid cloud in organizations; examining the reasons for keeping workloads on-premises, connectivity architecture, security, and common mistakes with real-world examples.
Read moreObject storage vs block storage
In this article, we examine the differences between object storage and block storage in terms of use cases, cost model, and performance, and explain where you should keep your website's files.
Read moreDisaster recovery planning: RTO and RPO
Get familiar with the two key metrics RTO and RPO and learn how to design a disaster recovery plan based on your business's real needs; from definition to practical example.
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