Category: Infrastructure Strategy
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We Rebuilt Our Storage Architecture (and ZFS made it easy)
Storage problems rarely begin with a lack of capacity—they begin with a lack of structure. In this article, we walk through a real-world Proxmox storage redesign that moved backups and installation media off high-performance SSD storage, implemented a dedicated ZFS storage architecture, and cleaned up accumulated snapshots. Along the way, we’ll explore why ZFS remains…
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Why Cloud-Init Templates Matter for Modern IT Infrastructure
A Cloud-Init template is more than a faster way to deploy servers. It’s the foundation for consistent, repeatable, and reliable infrastructure.
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Why Small Businesses Need Backup Verification
Successful backups do not guarantee successful recovery. Learn why backup verification and restore testing are critical for protecting your business data.
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What Happens When Your MSP Owns Everything
Many small businesses hire an MSP expecting simplicity. Someone else manages the technology, handles updates, and provides support when problems occur. Unfortunately, some MSP relationships create a different problem: the business gradually loses control of its own infrastructure. Over time, the MSP becomes the owner of the critical systems that the business depends on. They…
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Why ‘Boring’ Ubuntu Is Actually Ideal for Server Infrastructure
Ubuntu Server’s conservative release model and long-term support cycle are exactly what make it dependable for infrastructure environments. In production systems, predictable behavior and operational stability matter far more than constant change.
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European Government Moves Away From Microsoft Teams
European governments are increasingly replacing proprietary collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams with open-source alternatives built on open standards and infrastructure ownership principles.