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Why VMware Cloud Foundation is a Stronger Cloud Platform

Why VMware Cloud Foundation is a Stronger Cloud Platform Compared to Others  In a rapidly evolving IT landscape, businesses are turning to cloud solutions to enhance agility, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Among the myriads of cloud platforms available, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), by Broadcom, stands out as a robust …

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Private Cloud vs. Public Cloud: Which is the Best Fit for Applications 

Private Cloud vs. Public Cloud: Which is the Best Fit for Applications Determining whether an application is best suited for public or private cloud depends on various factors, including security requirements, performance needs, compliance considerations, and cost considerations. Here’s a general guideline for which types of applications are often best …

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The Cloud Dilemma: Public Cloud or Private Cloud

Cloud computing has become an essential component in IT strategies for many businesses. Among the various cloud options available, public cloud and private cloud are the two primary models that organizations explore when considering adding a cloud strategy to their IT portfolio. Each has its unique characteristics, benefits, and challenges, …

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VMware’s Evolution: A New Chapter in License Ownership

As a VMware partner, we at Hivelocity are excited to share insights into a transformative development that marks a significant change to licensing from VMware by Broadcom. VMware, now under Broadcom’s umbrella, has embarked on a strategic journey, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, simplification, and customer success. We share with …

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Which VMware License is right for me: VCF or VVF?

Hivelocity will be providing resources to help customers and prospects navigate through VMware’s new products and most recent changes. Sign up for our blog and receive the latest information or follow us on Linkedin.  As part of the VMware integration into Broadcom, they have overhauled their licensing and partner platforms …

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VPS and Private Cloud: Basic Definitions and Differences

Choosing the right hosting solution is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize performance, security, and scalability. Two popular options often considered are Virtual Private Servers (VPS) and Private Cloud Services. While both offer distinct advantages, understanding their fundamental differences can help you make an informed decision tailored to your specific …

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Best Practices for Adapting to VMware Licensing Changes

In the world of enterprise IT, change is constant. Yet, when a major player like Broadcom introduces VMware licensing changes and subscription models, it sends ripples through the industry. Recently, Broadcom’s changes to VMware’s licensing structure have sparked conversations and concerns among businesses relying on VMware’s virtualization solutions. As companies …

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Top 5 Linux Server Distributions for 2024

Overview 2023 was an active year in the Linux world! Red Hat, the biggest open-source company decided to lock the source code behind a paywall, Ubuntu dropped default support for Flatpak for all its flavors, Vim creator, Bram Moolenar, passed away, and Linux rose above MacOS in gaming stats with …

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Linux: The Open-Source Solution – Benefits and Overview

Overview This blog post is intended to provide you with information and an overview of crucial topic points involving the Linux OS. Whether you are reviewing and contemplating which OS to use for your production environment or your desktop setup, the following seven topics will assist with understanding what Linux …

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Linode Price Increase & Customer Exodus

When it was announced earlier this year that content delivery network (CDN) provider Akamai would acquire IaaS cloud platform provider Linode for a staggering $900 million, it left many feeling uncertain: especially Linode’s existing customer base. While the merger has boosted Akamai’s financial numbers for this quarter, like the acquisition …

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