Linode

What is it?

Linode is a cloud infrastructure platform that provides virtual private servers (VPS), object storage, and networking services. It focuses on developer-friendly tools and transparent pricing for cloud workloads.

What does it do?

Linode allows teams to deploy and manage virtual machines, containers, and scalable cloud resources. It supports hosting web applications, APIs, databases, and distributed systems with full root access.

Where is it used?

Linode is commonly used for web hosting, SaaS platforms, backend services, DevOps environments, CI/CD pipelines, and small-to-mid scale cloud infrastructures.

When & why it emerged

Linode was founded in 2003 to provide affordable and accessible cloud infrastructure. It emerged as a simpler alternative to complex hyperscale cloud platforms, focusing on performance and usability.

Why we use it at Internative

We use Linode for projects that require reliable cloud infrastructure with predictable costs and fast setup. Its simplicity and performance make it suitable for scalable applications without unnecessary overhead.