Category DevOps

Managing VMs with OrbStack: A Quick Guide

Managing VMs with OrbStack: A Quick Guide

In my previous article, I discussed how to manage containers, pods, and VMs using OrbStack from a single platform. Recently, I discovered that OrbStack also offers a command-line interface (CLI) for managing VMs. Here’s a handy list of common commands…

Running Containers Natively on Mac with Orbstack

Running Containers Natively on Mac with Orbstack

Even though I have a fully equipped lab for handling all my workloads, there are times when I need a quick and portable solution to test my Compose or YAML files. Remote access to my lab isn’t always feasible, but…

Implementing a Basic Load Balancer for Two Web Servers with Ansible

Implementing a Basic Load Balancer for Two Web Servers with Ansible

In today’s dynamic web environments, ensuring high availability and optimal performance is paramount. Load balancing is a crucial technique used to distribute incoming traffic across multiple servers, preventing any single server from becoming overwhelmed. With Ansible, a powerful automation tool,…

Exploring the Contrasts: Daemonless Architecture vs Daemon Architecture

Exploring the Contrasts: Daemonless Architecture vs Daemon Architecture

In the realm of software design, architectural choices profoundly influence system behavior, resource management, and overall performance. Two fundamental paradigms, Daemon Architecture and Daemonless Architecture, stand out for their contrasting approaches to managing background processes. Understanding the differences between these…

Difference between podman and docker

Difference between podman and docker

As we’re all aware, Docker stands out as a leading container orchestration engine, widely embraced across various projects and boasting significant market dominance. However, a new contender has emerged on the scene: Podman. In this article, we’ll delve into the…

Harnessing the Power of Reverse Proxy as a DNS Manager

Harnessing the Power of Reverse Proxy as a DNS Manager

In the dynamic world of web hosting and network management, efficient domain name system (DNS) management is crucial for ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance. One innovative approach gaining traction in recent years is utilizing a reverse proxy server as…