October '23 Cloud Tech Highlights
Hello Cloud Professionals,
Step into a world of industry insights as we unveil the crux of recent conversations that have set the cloud technology scene abuzz. Here's a glimpse into the highlights that have been capturing attention:
Evaluating the Cloud Carbon Footprint Dashboards
Comparing cloud dashboards from GCP, Azure, AWS, and Open-Source CCF for emissions tracking. CCF stands out for cross-cloud consistency and transparent methodology. Ideal for comprehensive emissions analysis.
Smart Strategies for AWS Cost Optimization
Addressing cloud costs is vital for startups and established firms. AWS offers features like a "kill switch" for budget control and EC2 Instance Scheduler for efficient 'Start & Stop' protocols. Consider week-end and off-hour resource management, pausing unnecessary RDS instances, and utilizing EC2 Spot Instances for up to 50% savings. OptimNow recommends a holistic approach, leveraging native AWS tools for Right-Sizing and Start & Stop protocols.
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Unveiling the Variability in Cloud Spot Pricing: A Study by MemVerge
MemVerge study reveals significant variations in Spot pricing across regions, instance sizes, and silicon manufacturers. Intel VMs generally offer better discounts than AMD. MemVerge's solution excels in optimizing costs for HPC workloads like Genomics. Check Spot prices with WaveRadar.
Microsoft Embraces Linux: A Game-Changer for Azure
Microsoft now supports Linux installation, offering a cost-effective, open-source alternative. A significant move that could reshape Azure's future.
Mastering FinOps in Large Enterprises: A Structured Approach
New blog outlines a framework for tackling FinOps and Cloud Optimization challenges in large enterprises for sustainable success.