CloudStack India User Group 2024
The CloudStack India User Group 2024 will be taking place in Hyderabad on 23rd February. Join the community for insightful tech talks, demonstrations, and user stories. Whether you’re already familiar with Apache CloudStack or keen to explore this technology, the user group is open to everybody. Just like all gatherings organised by the Apache CloudStack […]
Apache CloudStack and Ceph Day Amsterdam
Are you ready to dive deep into the world of open-source cloud solutions? Brace yourself for an immersive experience as ShapeBlue, 42on, the Apache CloudStack community, and the Ceph community join forces to host a joint event in Amsterdam. Scheduled for February 22, 2024, in the Netherlands, this event is set to unravel the latest […]
CloudStack Collaboration Conference 2023 Event Roundup
The 2023 edition of the CloudStack Collaboration Conference occurred from November 23rd to 24th, serving as the primary gathering for the global Apache CloudStack community. This annual hybrid event convenes developers, operators, and users with the purpose of discussing and advancing the open-source software, exploring its functionalities, and addressing real-world operability. Attendees gain insights into […]
IaaS Transformation: Apache CloudStack and Dell PowerFlex
In a multi-cloud world, where data is emerging, storage is not just a necessity. It is the bedrock upon which cloud services are built. As data grows exponentially, the demand for reliable, scalable, and cost-effective storage has never been higher. Within the CloudStack environment, storage is pivotal in ensuring the seamless functioning of instances and […]
From Block to Object: Understanding CloudStack’s Storage Support and Capabilities
Apache CloudStack is designed to work with a vast range of commodity and enterprise-grade storage platforms. It can also leverage local disks on hypervisor hosts if supported by the hypervisor. CloudStack defines two types of storage: Primary and Secondary. Primary storage can be accessed using iSCSI, FC (Fibre Channel), Local Disk, NFS (Network File System), […]
Building Next-Generation IaaS | Virtual Event Roundup
On October 10th, ShapeBlue, Ampere Computing and LINBIT held a joint virtual event – Building Next-Generation IaaS. The event explored how the synergy between ARM, Apache CloudStack and LINBIT’s storage solutions can achieve a formidable price-to-performance ratio. There were a total of 3 sessions held by speakers from all 3 organisations. Continue reading to learn […]
OpenStack Alternatives
While OpenStack is known for its modularity, enabling tailored deployments, many users face issues regarding complexity, resource intensiveness, stability concerns, and challenging upgrades. As a result, organizations are exploring OpenStack alternatives. This article provides insights into the top alternatives to OpenStack – Apache CloudStack, VMware vCloud, and OpenNebula.
Cloud Service Providers Seek VMware Alternatives as Broadcom Acquisition Looms
Decoupling VMware from the stack accounts for 50% of new CloudStack projects! The Broadcom-VMware deal has created huge uncertainty for many users over the last months. Enterprises may be able to wait to see the final outcome. Still, the service provider space, where margin and long-term product stability are key, is already looking to mitigate […]
Mastering CloudStack with ShapeBlue’s Apache CloudStack Online Bootcamps
Companies choosing to adopt Apache CloudStack as part of their infrastructure have several options. Either to hire CloudStack professionals to help them by providing support, or to train their own staff. Those choosing the latter option can enrol their employee in our remote bootcamps, which are regularly held throughout the year, rather than doing the […]
Virtual Event- Building Next-Generation IaaS: LINBIT, Apache CloudStack & Ampere
On October 10th, ShapeBlue, together with the leading SDS vendor LINBIT and the first Cloud Native Processor supplier – Ampere, are hosting a 1-day virtual event, which will delve into how IaaS providers can build a super-fast and reliable infrastructure while ensuring cost efficiency and reducing carbon footprints. In today’s economy, where staying competitive is […]
