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Simplyblock Byte – Issue 2024-10/1

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Did you know that Amazon RDS instances can cost up to 100% more than equivalent EC2 instances? Or that RDS limits you to using only EBS volumes for storage, potentially leading to unnecessary costs for data that doesn’t require high-performance storage? These are some of the limitations of RDS that are pushing many organizations to explore alternatives, with Kubernetes being the leading option for database hosting. Our latest newsletter dives into why this shift makes sense, both from a cost and flexibility perspective.

We explore how Kubernetes allows you to:

  • Avoid vendor lock-in for your mission-critical databases
  • Choose from a wider range of storage options, including local instance storage for ultra-low latency and implement intelligent storage tiering to optimize costs
  • Scale resources automatically and more granularly to match your exact needs

Simplyblock’s storage optimization suite is designed to enhance these Kubernetes deployments. Our solution enables thin provisioning, automatic tiering to S3 for cold data, and seamless integration with various storage types – all working in harmony with your Kubernetes environment.

Understanding these options is crucial for making informed decisions about your database infrastructure. I encourage you to read on and discover how simplyblock can help you leverage Kubernetes to achieve both performance and cost efficiency in your database operations.

Let’s break free from the limitations of RDS and optimize your database infrastructure together.

Rob Pankow, CEO, Simplyblock

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