November 2021 Summaries

Vultr has announced updates to its Windows support, now offering Windows Server Core and Windows Server 2022 for deployment on its cloud compute and bare metal instances. Windows Server Core, which omits the Desktop Experience, is recommended by Microsoft for users who do not need additional graphical management tools, as it requires less disk space and memory and presents a smaller attack surface to malware. However, users should be aware that they cannot switch between Server Core and Server with Desktop Experience after deployment. Additionally, Windows Server 2022, which emphasizes improved security, hybrid cloud use-cases, and scalability, is now available, complementing the previously supported Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019. Vultr distinguishes itself by offering Windows support, unlike competitors DigitalOcean and Linode, providing robust options for Microsoft developers looking to deploy on Vultr's platforms.

Vultr, an independent cloud infrastructure provider, has reached over $115 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) by focusing on simplicity and affordability, a strategy that has proven sustainable without traditional venture capital funding. Founded by David Aninowsky in 2014, Vultr has grown by leveraging a user-friendly product that supports over 1.3 million users in deploying nearly 50 million cloud compute instances globally. The company is expanding its global presence, with plans to increase its data center locations from 19 to 22 by the end of 2021, surpassing DigitalOcean and Linode in global footprint. This expansion includes new locations in São Paulo, Madrid, and Warsaw, enhancing Vultr's ability to offer low-latency performance close to users. Vultr distinguishes itself from competitors by providing not only high-performance cloud compute instances but also Bare Metal offerings, which deliver control and security on single-tenant hardware. The company credits its success to its customers, employees, and partners and aims to continue its mission of making high-performance cloud computing accessible and affordable worldwide, with plans for further innovation and expansion in 2022.

Vultr's Kubernetes Engine (VKE) has achieved CNCF certification, confirming that it meets the necessary consistency standards through rigorous conformance testing, ensuring a reliable and standardized Kubernetes experience for its users. This fully-managed platform, running on Vultr's cloud compute infrastructure, offers a cost-effective solution by eliminating control plane fees, charging only for the cloud resources deployed. The certification assures users that VKE will provide a consistent experience akin to other Certified Kubernetes offerings, with regular updates and the ability to independently verify conformity using Sonobuoy. As Vultr, known for its extensive global presence, prepares to launch VKE globally in 2022, it highlights its commitment to delivering a certified Kubernetes experience straight out-of-the-box for developers worldwide.