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Description
The Elastic Fabric Adapter (EFA) serves as a specialized network interface for Amazon EC2 instances, allowing users to efficiently run applications that demand high inter-node communication at scale within the AWS environment. By utilizing a custom-designed operating system (OS) that circumvents traditional hardware interfaces, EFA significantly boosts the performance of communications between instances, which is essential for effectively scaling such applications. This technology facilitates the scaling of High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications that utilize the Message Passing Interface (MPI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications that rely on the NVIDIA Collective Communications Library (NCCL) to thousands of CPUs or GPUs. Consequently, users can achieve the same high application performance found in on-premises HPC clusters while benefiting from the flexible and on-demand nature of the AWS cloud infrastructure. EFA can be activated as an optional feature for EC2 networking without incurring any extra charges, making it accessible for a wide range of use cases. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with the most popular interfaces, APIs, and libraries for inter-node communication needs, enhancing its utility for diverse applications.
Description
Akamai Cloud (previously known as Linode) provides a next-generation distributed cloud platform built for performance, portability, and scalability. It allows developers to deploy and manage cloud-native applications globally through a robust suite of services including Essential Compute, Managed Databases, Kubernetes Engine, and Object Storage. Designed to lower cloud spend, Akamai offers flat pricing, predictable billing, and reduced egress costs without compromising on power or flexibility. Businesses can access GPU-accelerated instances to drive AI, ML, and media workloads with unmatched efficiency. Its edge-first infrastructure ensures ultra-low latency, enabling applications to deliver exceptional user experiences across continents. Akamai Cloud’s architecture emphasizes portability—helping organizations avoid vendor lock-in by supporting open technologies and multi-cloud interoperability. Comprehensive support and developer-focused tools simplify migration, application optimization, and scaling. Whether for startups or enterprises, Akamai Cloud delivers global reach and superior performance for modern workloads.
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Integrations
Akamai
Akitra Andromeda
Amazon EC2
Drupal
Dumper
Fireside
GitLab
HostBill
Kubernetes
Laravel Forge
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Free Version
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Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
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Vendor Details
Company Name
United States
Founded
1994
Country
United States
Website
aws.amazon.com/hpc/efa/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Akamai
Founded
1998
Country
United States
Website
www.akamai.com/cloud
Product Features
Machine Learning
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Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Predictive Modeling
Statistical / Mathematical Tools
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Backup
Backup Log
Backup Scheduling
Cloud Backup
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Continuous Backup
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Local Server Options
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Secure Data Storage
Web Access / Restoration
Cloud Storage
Access Control
Archiving & Retention
Backup
Data Migration
Data Synchronization
Encryption
File Sharing
Version Control
DDoS Protection
DNS Amplification Protection
DNS Reflection Protection
High Network Capacity
Illegitimate Traffic Recognition
Infrastructure Protection (Layer 3/Layer 4)
Post Attack Analysis
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Website Protection (Layer 7)
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Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
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Threat Identification
Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS)
Analytics / Reporting
Configuration Management
Data Migration
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Load Balancing
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DNS Failover
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Disaster Recovery
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Intelligent Traffic Routing
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Secondary DNS
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Virtual Machine
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Graphical User Interface
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