In this post, explore the challenges of diagnosing network traffic blockages in AWS due to the complex and dynamic nature of cloud networks. Learn how Kentik addresses these issues by integrating AWS flow data, metrics, and security policies into a single view, allowing engineers to quickly identify the source of blockages enhancing visibility and speeding up the resolution process.
Kentik’s Director of Internet Analysis uses BGP to see how the internet of Afghanistan has changed in the three years following the US military’s departure.
Last Tuesday, August 13 was the second Tuesday of the month, and for anyone running a network or working in IT, you know what that means: another Microsoft Patch Tuesday. Doug Madory looks at how the resulting traffic surge can be analyzed using Kentik’s OTT Service Tracking.
On Saturday, November 2, the wildly popular video game Fortnite released its latest game update: Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix. The result was a surge of traffic and gaming platforms around the world downloaded the latest update for the seven-year-old game. Doug Madory looks at how the resulting traffic surge can be analyzed using Kentik’s OTT Service Tracking.
AWS Transit Gateway costs are multifaceted and can get out of control quickly. In this post, discover how Kentik can help you understand and control the network traffic driving AWS Transit Gateway costs. Learn how Kentik can help you understand traffic patterns, optimize data flows, and keep your Transit Gateway costs in check.
While CloudWatch offers basic monitoring and log aggregation, it lacks the contextual depth, multi-cloud integration, and cost efficiency required by modern IT operations. In this post, learn how Kentik delivers more detailed insights, faster queries, and more cost-effective coverage across various cloud and on-premises resources.
Today, 84% of enterprises have reportedly embraced a multi-cloud strategy, lured in by the promise of improved agility, resilience, and innovation. But that multi-cloud adoption comes with challenges. Read on to learn more about how a multi-cloud strategy paired with observability can simplify that complexity.
Are you considering the switch from network engineer to cloud engineer? This post won’t teach you everything needed to become a cloud expert, but hopefully, it will create a level of comfort and familiarity such that you can start your journey to the cloud from here.
Migrating to public clouds initially promised cost savings, but effective management now requires a strategic approach to monitoring traffic. Kentik provides comprehensive visibility across multi-cloud environments, enabling detailed traffic analysis and custom billing reports to optimize cloud spending and make informed decisions.