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Empowering Digital Independence: Unleashing the Potential of Sovereign Cloud

In the age of increasing data breaches, privacy concerns, and geopolitical uncertainties, the concept of Sovereign Cloud has gained significant traction as a game-changing solution.

Sovereign Cloud represents a new era in cloud computing, offering nations and organizations the ability to reclaim control over their data, ensuring digital sovereignty, and fostering innovation.

What is Sovereign Cloud?

Sovereign Cloud, also known as National Cloud or Government Cloud, refers to a cloud computing infrastructure that is exclusively owned, managed, and operated by a nation or a trusted entity within its borders. It provides a secure, sovereign environment where sensitive data remains within the jurisdiction and control of the country or organization.

The Advantages of Sovereign Cloud:

  • Data Sovereignty and Security: One of the primary benefits of Sovereign Cloud is the assurance of data sovereignty and security. By keeping sensitive data within national borders, governments and organizations regain control over their most valuable digital assets.
  • Compliance with Local Regulations: Sovereign Cloud empowers nations to uphold their unique regulatory frameworks and comply with local data protection laws. By utilizing a Sovereign Cloud infrastructure, governments can ensure that citizens’ personal information is handled according to their jurisdiction’s privacy requirements.
  • Stimulating Innovation and Economic Growth: Sovereign Cloud is a catalyst for innovation, promoting economic growth and technological advancement. By nurturing local cloud expertise, nations can create new job opportunities, attract investment, and cultivate a thriving digital ecosystem. This enables them to reduce dependence on foreign technology providers and unlock their potential to lead in the digital age.
  • Enhanced Resilience and Disaster Recovery: Sovereign Cloud bolsters resilience by enabling organizations to establish robust disaster recovery capabilities. By storing critical data and applications within the national cloud infrastructure, governments can minimize the impact of potential disruptions, such as natural disasters or cyber-attacks. This ensures business continuity and safeguards essential services, even in times of crisis.
  • Collaborative Opportunities: Sovereign Cloud presents unprecedented collaborative opportunities among government entities, public institutions, and industries. It creates a trusted platform for secure data sharing, fostering innovation, cooperation, and synergy.

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Exploring the Benefits of Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)

In today’s interconnected world, businesses are increasingly reliant on cloud computing to power their operations. With the growing need for secure and scalable infrastructure, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) has emerged as a compelling solution.

A Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) is a virtualized network infrastructure that enables organizations to create isolated, private environments within a shared public cloud infrastructure. In simpler terms, it offers a dedicated portion of a public cloud environment, providing enhanced security, control, and flexibility compared to traditional public cloud deployments.

Key Benefits of Virtual Private Cloud:

  • Enhanced Security: VPCs offer a higher level of security by isolating resources from other tenants in the public cloud. It allows you to define strict access controls, implement robust security measures, and encrypt data traffic within your private network. This level of control minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.
  • Customizable Network Architecture: With VPC, you have the flexibility to design your own network topology. You can define subnets, set up private IP address ranges, and configure network gateways, providing a tailored environment that aligns with your organization’s specific requirements.
  • Improved Performance: By utilizing a VPC, businesses can optimize their network performance. With the ability to choose the geographic location of your VPC, you can reduce latency and improve data transfer speeds, resulting in a better user experience for your customers and employees.
  • Scalability and Elasticity: VPCs enable seamless scalability, allowing organizations to effortlessly add or remove resources as needed. This eliminates the need for upfront investments in physical infrastructure and provides the flexibility to adapt to fluctuating business demands. Whether you’re experiencing rapid growth or seasonal spikes, a VPC can effortlessly accommodate your changing needs.
  • Cost Efficiency: With a VPC, you only pay for the resources you use. This pay-as-you-go model eliminates the need for large upfront investments and allows for cost optimization. Additionally, the ability to scale resources up or down as required ensures that you’re not overpaying for unused capacity.
  • Hybrid Cloud Integration: VPCs enable businesses to seamlessly integrate their on-premises infrastructure with the cloud. This facilitates hybrid cloud deployments, where organizations can leverage the benefits of both private and public cloud environments, creating a cohesive and efficient IT infrastructure.

In conclusion, if you are in search of a reliable and secure virtual private cloud solution, look no further than GDMS. With our extensive expertise in cloud services and commitment to data privacy and security, GDMS offers a top-notch virtual private cloud platform that can meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. (see VPC in Laos) and  (see VPC in Myanmar).

 

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Tips and tactics for securing a VPS Server

Introduction:

A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a cross-functional virtual operating system that resides within the host server and effectively mimics a dedicated server environment despite being on a shared physical server. The usage of VPS hosting has increased exponentially because it is less expensive than dedicated hosting and provides better security protocol, performance, affordability, accessibility, control, data protection, flexibility, growth, customization, and reliability than shared hosting.

Tips and Tricks for securing VPS structure

To avoid cybercriminals and fraudsters to attack your data files, Virtual Private Server (VPS) can be secured in the following ways:

Disable Root Logins

Cybercriminals and fraudsters try to unlock the login credentials and gain access to the server. Disabling the password from the “root” username enhances security protocol and the cyberattackers will not be able to guess your login details. Therefore, creating another username to execute root-level instructions is recommended.

Use Strong Passwords

It is easy to guess weak login credentials that contain information related to identity. Passwords containing upper case letters, special characters, and numbers can secure your account from any cyber threat. It is also recommended to not reuse the same login passwords. Bitwarden and Lastpass are online security tools that can also be used to create strong passwords.

Configuring an Internal Firewall

Configuring an internal firewall helps the user to avoid undesirable and malicious traffic to gain access to your system and also helps to defend the distributed denial of service attacks (DDoS).

Change Default SSH Port

Switching the SSH port number can avoid hackers to connect directly to the default number (22).To change the SSH port number, you will have to open up /etc/ssh/sshd_config for appropriate settings.

Prioritize the use of SFTP instead of FTP

Cybercriminals can cause a sniffing attack to gain access to your login credentials if an outdated File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is used, even while using “FTP” over “TLS” (FTPS). To avoid cyber attacks, use “FTP” over “SSH” or (SFTP).

Install an Antivirus Software

Setting up an internal firewall is the first line of defense that can deny access to any malicious activity, but it is not a foolproof security protocol. Installation of antivirus software is needed to further enhance security. ClamAV is an open-source antivirus that is most commonly used for the detection of any malicious activity.

Connect to your VPS via VPN

Most VPS are configured simply by exposing web or app services directly to the Internet. If your VPS is only accessed by end-users within your enterprise environment, you should consider implementing a LAN to LAN VPN between your IT environment and the VPS server. Then you should implement a firewall and only allow the VPN ports. Every other service should be tunneled via the VPN service.

Avoid Anonymous FTP Uploads

It is important to edit your server’s FTP framework to disable unidentified FTP uploads. Because it can cause a huge cyber threat and make the system vulnerable to security issues.

Disable IPv6

In most cases, cybercriminals send malicious traffic through IPv6 to gain access to the system. And make the user more susceptible to hacking attacks. Upgrade the settings like NETWORKING_ IPV6=no and IPV6INIT=no.

Securing Offsite Backups

A significant data loss will occur if you keep the backup system on a similar VPS. To prevent further data loss and security breaches, it is recommended to store your backups on a remote server.

Install a rootkit Scanner

Rootkit is an important component of malware that works below other security tools and permits undetected access to a server. To fix this problem, reinstall the OS (Operating System).

Use GnuPG Encryption

It is important to encrypt transmissions to your server because cybercriminals attack data files while it is in transit over a network. Encryption can be done by using passwords, certificates, and keys. For that purpose, GnuPG, an authentication system, can be used to encrypt transmissions.

Use SSL Certificates For Everything

To ensure privacy, it is helpful to use SSL certificates that create an encrypted channel between the server and the client.

Conclusion:

Unlike VPC, Virtual Private Server (VPS) are exposed to the Internet, which means that these cloud products are exposed to a lot of cybersecurity threats that need to be defended to mitigate the chances of a security breach. It is very important to know about every perspective of security threats, especially on a self-managed VPS. Most companies running their business online have basic security plans, which are not effective enough to stop penetration attacks.

Therefore, IT admins must know how to implement the best security measures such as disabling root logins, ensuring strong passwords, configuring a firewall, using SFTP instead of FTP, changing the default SSH listening port, using antivirus software, using VPN for your VPS, disabling IPv6, avoid uploading anonymous FTP, securing offsite backups, updating the system on regular basis and by using Spam filters.

GDMS Infrastructure as a Service offerings (IaaS) solutions allow our customers to control their own data infrastructure without having to physically manage it on-site. Find out more about our VPC and VPS Services.

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How to choose a Cloud Hosting Provider?

Why does the Cloud Hosting provider choice matter?

Migrating business operations, emails, or document storage to the cloud will significantly reduce the cost of running a business, streamline operations, and eliminate the need for in-house IT solutions. 

The right cloud hosting provider should ease remote employee collaboration and access to critical business data. In summary, cloud hosting allows SME and Large Enterprises to focus on their core business, as the cloud hosting provider takes care of all the heavy lifting, and handles the IT infrastructure. 

Today there are many companies offering cloud hosting services, choosing the right provider for your business is a lengthy and complex process. Like any other business, hosting providers have varying aptitudes, services, and expertise. 

The best cloud hosting provider offers secure, reliable, and cost-effective services. 

Here are the top attributes you should look into when choosing a cloud service provider.

1. Security

Before shortlisting any cloud hosting provider, assess your security requirements, and ensure that the security level of your candidate hosting providers is at least equal if not higher to your security terms. 

Besides, it is crucial to have a good understanding of the responsibilities of each party.

You must understand which security features are offered for free, which ones are paid-for features from the hosting provider. 

You should also confirm with the cloud provider that it is compatible with third-party security solutions that you plan to implement in the mid-term as per your IT roadmap.

Find out how GDMS can help you secure your cloud workload with NSX Network and Security Platform.

2. Compliance

When looking for a cloud hosting provider, it is crucial to choose a company that meets your industry-specific compliance needs. 

In Laos, GDMS cloud infrastructure is operated from government data center facilities that comply with international build standards. 

In Myanmar, GDMS cloud infrastructure is hosted in a private data center facility Tier3 by design.

 3. Technologies and Support

Every cloud stack is different. When choosing a cloud hosting provider, ensure that the cloud hosting company uses a cloud infrastructure that is designed for public cloud hosting, is fit for multi-tenancy, with 24/7 vendor support.

Before finally closing the deal with a specific cloud services provider, request to see the architecture design, ask to trial the environment. 

GDMS is a VMware certified cloud service provider, the cloud infrastructure is deployed as per VMware Validated Design ensuring that the cloud stack is built as per industry standard of compliance, security, and reliability.

GDMS also offers migration support and assistance, to make the process easy on your part. 

4. Reliability and Performance

Downtime can lead to significant monetary losses, especially for companies that rely on cloud services to transact. It is crucial to assess the cloud service provider’s reliability. 

To assess the service reliability, ask the cloud provider for its SLA document. 

GDMS offers 99.99% on its cloud infrastructure. We offer a comprehensive and transparent SLA agreement that is proof of our commitment to provide a reliable service to your business.  

Downtimes are inevitable, what matters is how companies deal with the problem and have processes in place to solve it quickly. GDMS follows the ITIL framework for its support process and has a complete escalation chain in place to ensure smooth and rapid recovery in the event of an outage.

5. Self-Service User Interface

When choosing your cloud service provider, make sure that your environment has an out-of-band interface (management portal) for you to access your applications even in case of an issue.

GDMS leverages vCloud Director Self-Service Portal, a powerful management portal designed for service providers willing to offer self-service capabilities to their tenants. With the portal, users can spin up their virtual machines, scale up and down, create networks and security policies without any intervention from the service provider.

Thanks to a policy-driven approach, end users have isolated virtual resources, independent role-based authentication, and fine-grained control. This meets the current market demand in which users request resources without the involvement of the service provider. 

6. Cloud Services

Cloud service providers offer different types of services. The primary kind includes Infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), which many people think of as the cloud. 

The Infrastructure-as-a-service can be cut down into private and public cloud depending on how the infrastructure is shared or managed. GDMS can offer both private and public cloud infrastructure to their customers in Laos and Myanmar.

Public and private cloud offers different levels of privacy, security, and cost suggestions, and can either be managed or unmanaged. GDMS offers by default 24/7 support service. Customers can opt-in for managed services if required. 

7. Experience In Migration, Integration, And Configuration

You need to dig a little deeper to find out exactly how much experience your potential cloud hosting service has. The more competent they are, the more likely there will be processes, measures, and contingencies in place. 

If you want to make your project a success, run smoothly, and almost free from glitches, choose a provider with in-depth experience. 

A solid cloud service provider shall be able to spot potential issues and give you recommendations based on best practices. A reliable cloud provider is passionate about technology and constantly releases new products and services to improve customer experience, service availability, and reliability.

8. Pricing

Before settling on a specific cloud service provider, it is essential to have a solid understanding of the price structure. Many providers will offer low-cost and alluring offers, but the devil is in the details, or in the footnote in our case. Check what services they are offering, review all the price points, and anticipate your growth for the next few years. While it does not mean all affordable cloud services are questionable, they can become extremely expensive in the long run as your estate grows.

GDMS offers a clear and transparent pricing structure with no hidden fees. Our offering including pay as you grow, reserved price as well as burst price option. No matter your company size, we have a pricing model that will suit your budget.

9. Datacenter locations

If you plan to use the VPS as a front-end server for your online customers or end-users then the datacenter locations do matter a lot. 

Even if there is only one location available, there must be one that is close to your visitors. The round trip time between your server can be anything between 10ms and 300ms, 10ms within the country for example, and 300ms between the US east coast and Australia. A typical website will require at least 3 sequential round trips before the first page can begin rendering. That may not be the biggest factor delaying the page display but the impact of round trip time should not be overlooked.

GDMS Cloud Infrastructure is deployed in facilities respectively in Vientiane, Laos, and Yangon, Myanmar. Our data center facilities have been selected for their dense peering with domestic networks to ensure your applications are accessible with low latency no matter from which network you try to connect from.

GDMS also offers CDN (Content Distribution Network) services to cache static files and accelerate the delivery of your web applications. A CDN will improve the user experience and reduce the load on your servers.

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