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What is F5 Distributed Cloud Platform?

The F5 Distributed Cloud Platform provides advanced functionalities, robust security protocols, and efficient operations that surpass those offered by standard cloud services. Tailored for distributed applications functioning across multi-cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, this platform meets specific needs. As software evolves into microservices and increasingly depends on APIs, the rise of intricate and widely distributed architectures introduces challenges, increased costs, and greater risks. To successfully deliver applications, it is essential to deploy and oversee an array of appliances, software, and connectivity solutions. Traditional CDNs and hub-and-spoke networks fail to adequately support immersive or extensive SaaS applications. The variation in APIs, policies, and levels of observability necessitates substantial investments in automation to streamline processes. Applications that span multiple environments frequently encounter inconsistent levels of protection. Additionally, ensuring collaboration among DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps during service provisioning and security is fraught with difficulties, particularly when using ticketing systems that can impede efficiency and response times. Effectively tackling these complexities is vital for enhancing the management of distributed applications, especially as organizations seek to maximize their operational capabilities and maintain secure, reliable services.

What is Ansible?

Ansible serves as a powerful automation engine designed to streamline processes such as cloud provisioning, configuration management, application deployment, and inter-service orchestration, while also addressing a wide range of IT needs. Its versatility makes it a valuable tool for enhancing operational efficiency across various IT tasks.

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Integrations Supported

AWS Marketplace
BlueCat Gateway
CloudFX
Compass
Cutover
DROPS
Dash
F5 NGINX App Protect
F5 VIPRION
Klera
MicroK8s
NetBrain
OpsMx Enterprise for Spinnaker
Opsera
Pliant
R-Scope
RunCode
Snow Commander
aSISt
configure8

Integrations Supported

AWS Marketplace
BlueCat Gateway
CloudFX
Compass
Cutover
DROPS
Dash
F5 NGINX App Protect
F5 VIPRION
Klera
MicroK8s
NetBrain
OpsMx Enterprise for Spinnaker
Opsera
Pliant
R-Scope
RunCode
Snow Commander
aSISt
configure8

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$25 per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

F5

Date Founded

1996

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.f5.com/products/distributed-cloud-services/platform-overview

Company Facts

Organization Name

Red Hat

Date Founded

1993

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.ansible.com

Categories and Features

Configuration Management

Access Control / Permissions
Application Deployment
Automated Provisioning
Infrastructure Automation
Node Management
Orchestration
Reporting Analytics / Visualization
Task Management

Continuous Delivery

Application Lifecycle Management
Application Release Automation
Build Automation
Build Log
Change Management
Configuration Management
Continuous Deployment
Continuous Integration
Feature Toggles / Feature Flags
Quality Management
Testing Management

DevOps

Approval Workflow
Dashboard
KPIs
Policy Management
Portfolio Management
Prioritization
Release Management
Timeline Management
Troubleshooting Reports

Network Automation

Compliance Monitoring
Configuration Backup
Configuration Changes
Network Orchestration
Performance Monitoring
Tool Access Control
Vulnerability Assessments

Software Configuration Management (SCM)

Automated Cleanup
Branch Merging
Code Review
Concurrency Management
Defect Tracking
Flexible Branching
Rapid Hotfix
Rapid Rebuilds
Regulatory Compliance
Version Control / Management
Workflow / Process Automation

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