Architecting a Multi-Hypervisor and Multi-Tenant IaaS Cloud with Apache CloudStack
Table of Contents Executive Summary Key Takeaways for Architects and Decision-Makers Defining Multi-Tenancy as a First-Class Architectural Concern Multi-Hypervisor IaaS: Coexistence by Design Multi-Hypervisor IaaS: Designed to Coexist vCloud Director Exit and Greenfield IaaS Builds CloudStack’s Role as an IaaS Control Plane Reference Architecture Patterns Executive Summary Modern IaaS platforms are heterogeneous by default. […]
Native Kubernetes Storage on CloudStack: Inside the CSI Driver
Apache CloudStack has quietly become a serious Kubernetes host via CKS (CloudStack Kubernetes Service) and CAPC (Cluster API Provider CloudStack). But a Kubernetes cluster without persistent storage is a stateless toy: databases, message queues, and anything that needs to survive a pod restart need real, attachable, resizable disks. That’s the gap the cloudstack-csi-driver closes. It […]
AI, VDI and GPUaaS: Rethinking Infrastructure with Apache CloudStack
Organisations are increasingly required to support AI and VDI workloads as part of their infrastructure strategy. This demand is being driven by a combination of factors, including the growth of AI and machine learning workloads, the continued relevance of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and the need to support graphics-intensive applications such as CAD, rendering, and […]
Integrating Hyper-V with Apache CloudStack using the Extensions Framework
Apache CloudStack 4.21 introduced the Extensions Framework, a lightweight and flexible mechanism that allows external platforms to integrate with CloudStack’s resource lifecycle management. One of the built-in extensions included in CloudStack is support for Microsoft Hyper-V. Traditional hypervisor integrations such as KVM or VMware rely on dedicated integration layers implemented as a part of the […]
CloudStack European User Group Reaching New Milestones in The Hague
Last week, the CloudStack European User Group took place in The Hague. With a record number of attendees, it officially became the largest CloudStack User Group event to date. Hosted by CBS – Statistics Netherlands, and supported by ShapeBlue and Cyso Group, the event brought together cloud experts, researchers, technology providers, and many professionals attending […]
Technical Component Translation Guide: VMware vs Apache CloudStack with KVM
Organizations evaluating Apache CloudStack often come from environments built around the VMware ecosystem. While the core infrastructure concepts are similar, the terminology and architecture can differ significantly. For engineers and architects familiar with VMware, understanding how familiar components translate into the CloudStack world can accelerate evaluation, migration planning, and operational adoption. This article provides a […]
10 Reasons Why to Choose Apache CloudStack as a VMware Alternative
Apache CloudStack is fully open-source and built on open standards. Unlike proprietary stacks, you retain full control of your infrastructure, roadmap, and costs without dependency on a single vendor or licensing model. CloudStack with KVM dramatically reduces licensing and support costs compared to VMware environments. Providers achieve significant savings by moving to open-source infrastructure without […]
Apache CloudStack Netris Integration
About Netris Switch Fabric Netris Switch Fabric provides an intent-based approach to network management. Instead of configuring switches, routers, and firewalls manually, administrators define the desired network outcomes, Netris then translates those intents into the necessary configurations across the infrastructure. Its controller includes a REST API and graphical dashboard for visibility, automation, and lifecycle management […]
Instance Lease in Apache CloudStack | CloudStack Feature First Look
Starting with the 4.21 release, Apache CloudStack introduces Instance Lease, a lifecycle control mechanism that allows cloud operators to define how long an Instance can exist and what should happen when that time is reached. In day-to-day cloud operations, it is common for Instances to remain running long after their original purpose is gone. Temporary […]
How a Managed Service Provider Can Monetise On Top of Apache CloudStack
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are facing increasing competition as they strive to retain customers and maximise profitability. Many MSPs are seeking ways to diversify and enhance their service portfolios to gain a larger market share. While they are accustomed to reselling vendor solutions such as VMware, Kaseya, Microsoft, and Acronis, they often struggle to develop […]