Linode (now Akamai Cloud Computing) offers simple, affordable cloud infrastructure including virtual machines, Kubernetes, object storage, and managed databases.
Pricing
$5-36+ / month
Founded
2003
Team size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
About Linode
Linode, now part of Akamai's cloud computing division, provides straightforward cloud infrastructure services. It offers shared and dedicated virtual machines (Linodes), managed Kubernetes, block and object storage, and NodeBalancers for load balancing.
The platform is known for competitive pricing, with shared instances starting at $5/month. Managed databases support MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and MongoDB without operational overhead.
Linode Kubernetes Engine (LKE) provides managed Kubernetes with free control plane, and Linode Green Light gives early access to new services. All plans include generous transfer allowances.
With Akamai's global edge network integration, Linode offers a path from simple hosting to enterprise-grade delivery, making it suitable for developers through enterprises.
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