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Learn more about MicroCloud

To help you understand more about MicroCloud, we've put together this collection of resources. They'll help you understand what MicroCloud does, how you can get set up, and what you can use it to do.

Videos and webinars

Introduction to MicroClouds

Introduction to MicroClouds

MicroCloud is the newest addition to Canonical’s cloud infrastructure portfolio. It is a low-touch, open-source cloud solution purpose-built for scalable clusters and edge deployments for all types of enterprises. In this webinar, we go over what MicroClouds are and why they should be a part of your edge strategy, finishing with a demo.

MicroCloud LTS Demo

Canonical MicroCloud's 2.1.0 LTS release features support for single-node deployments, improved security posture, and more flexibility during the initialization process. In this video, we guide you through the new process, starting with deploying a MicroCloud on a single node, and then expanding with two additional members for a highly available cluster.

VDI with MicroCloud and HP Anyware

In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations need to be agile and responsive to changing demands. A robust VDI solution can be a game-changer, enabling you to empower your workforce and optimize your IT infrastructure. In this webinar on HPE Solutions for VDI with Canonical MicroCloud and HP Anyware, we will address the modern workspace challenges organizations face today.

From VMware to the future

Recent changes at VMware have compelled existing customers to consider alternatives. Many have turned their eyes to open source, looking for total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction and no vendor lock-in. This webinar outlines how open source can be a cost-effective, performant alternative.

MicroCloud, now with OVN

This video explains the technical side of Canonical MicroClouds, its components and the way it works. In addition, it includes a demo showing how easy it is to deploy your own MicroCloud.

Introducing MicroCeph

If you are interested in the storage side of MicroClouds, then you should learn about MicroCeph. In our introductory video, we explain what MicroCeph is and how it can be used to set up an HA Ceph cluster easily, avoiding complex configuration that is usually needed.

How-to-guides and tutorials on the LXD Youtube channel

​MicroClouds use LXD for compute. This means that for running and operating your instances, as well as any other configuration, regular LXD operations apply. The LXD Youtube channel is a great place for tutorials on a variety of topics you may need for operating your cloud.

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Case studies, whitepapers and reports

Simplifying your distributed cloud infrastructure with MicroCloud

Navigating the challenges of hybrid and multi-cloud environments can feel overwhelming. Steep learning curves, operational complexities, and unpredictable costs often stand in the way of innovation. This whitepaper discusses the complexities of distributed cloud infrastructure and how MicroCloud can address them.

Université de l’Ontario Français rapidly scales with MicroCloud and enterprise support

This case study showcases how MicroCloud took the manual work and human effort out of deploying and scaling server resources and managing UOF’s cloud infrastructure.

VDI solution with HP anyware and Canonical MicroCloud

Explore how integrating HPE ProLiant servers, Canonical MicroCloud, and HP Anyware can transform your IT infrastructure to deliver a resilient, secure, and scalable solution that meets the demands of modern business.

CTO's guide to MicroClouds

This whitepaper discusses the concept of MicroClouds, a new class of compute for the edge and decentralised environments. It's ideal to gain an understanding of edge computing constraints, values, graphics and use cases.

VMware migration to Ubuntu-based infrastructure

Many VMware users run infrastructure in smaller clusters, with each cluster dedicated to a specific purpose. Canonical MicroCloud is an ideal fit for these use cases. Learn more about the migration scenarios in this whitepaper.

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Blog posts

Canonical announces the first MicroCloud LTS release

MicroCloud 2.1.0 LTS features support for single-node deployments, improved security posture, and more flexibility during the initialization process. This blog outlines what’s new in this release.

Minimizing latency in your edge cloud with real-time kernel

This blog runs through how to enable the Real-time kernel in MicroClouds. It also covers real-time testing, comparing the performance of virtualized and containerized applications leveraging the real-time versus the generic Ubuntu kernel.

Launch your own MicroClouds with one command

In this blog, we go over the new, simplified deployment process for MicroClouds, teaching you to deploy your own cloud with a single command in just a few minutes.

Edge computing is dead, long live MicroClouds and IoT gateways

Are you curious about what all the fuss is about when it comes to edge computing? This blog examines the concept and use cases of edge computing, as well as defining what micro clouds are and where they fit in that spectrum.

Setting up a secure shared development environment with LXD

If your MicroClouds need to be used by a variety of users, it's good to know how you can share your environment safely, without granting unnecessary privileges to your users. Read more about it in this blog.

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