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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 Azure Automation?

Automate those tedious, repetitive, and error-laden tasks associated with cloud management to save time and improve accuracy. By utilizing the Azure Automation service, you can focus on high-impact activities that truly add value to your business. This service significantly reduces the likelihood of errors and boosts operational efficiency, which can lead to decreased costs. You can effortlessly manage updates for both Windows and Linux systems across hybrid environments while ensuring compliance with update standards across Azure, on-premises, and various other cloud solutions. Moreover, scheduling deployments allows you to install updates during predetermined maintenance windows, ensuring minimal disruption. The platform also supports the creation and management of PowerShell configurations, the importation of configuration scripts, and the generation of node configurations directly in the cloud. Additionally, Azure Configuration Management provides capabilities for monitoring and automatically updating machine configurations across both virtual and physical systems, whether they run on Windows or Linux, in the cloud or on local infrastructure, facilitating effective management across varied environments. This holistic strategy not only improves operational agility but also fosters an environment ripe for innovation within your organization, ultimately transforming how you approach cloud resource management.

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Integrations Supported

AgileWARE
Audit Prodigy
Azure Backup
Barracuda Cloud Archiving Service
Commvault HyperScale X
Datadog
F5 Distributed Cloud App Stack
F5 Distributed Cloud CDN
F5 Distributed Cloud Client-Side Defense
HashiCorp Consul
Kubernetes
Linkerd
MailMeter
Microsoft Power Platform
Okera
Open eLMS
Slack
Thales Sentinel
VMware Cloud
anecdotes

Integrations Supported

AgileWARE
Audit Prodigy
Azure Backup
Barracuda Cloud Archiving Service
Commvault HyperScale X
Datadog
F5 Distributed Cloud App Stack
F5 Distributed Cloud CDN
F5 Distributed Cloud Client-Side Defense
HashiCorp Consul
Kubernetes
Linkerd
MailMeter
Microsoft Power Platform
Okera
Open eLMS
Slack
Thales Sentinel
VMware Cloud
anecdotes

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$25 per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
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

Microsoft

Date Founded

1975

Company Location

United States

Company Website

azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/automation/

Categories and Features

IT Management

Capacity Monitoring
Compliance Management
Event Logs
Hardware Inventory
IT Budgeting
License Management
Patch Management
Remote Access
Scheduling
Software Inventory
User Activity Monitoring

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