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Re:Linode rebranded as Akamai’s cloud computing services by accrual on Tuesday February 14, 2023 @10:33PM (#34799756)
Just yesterday I watched an MJD video on YouTube (mostly retro PC and OS videos) and he always mentions being sponsored by Linode. Since I like MJD, I was inclined to like Linode by association. Bummer it's going away.
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Re:Linode rebranded as Akamai’s cloud computing services by oars on Wednesday February 15, 2023 @12:42AM (#34800523)
So now you'll be inclined to like Akamai by association, what's the actual difference?

Imagine the next generation of VPS in 10-15 years - will they really care about the name "Linode" or "Akamai" as long as it's a great product?

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Re:Linode rebranded as Akamai’s cloud computing services by wallmountedtv on Wednesday February 15, 2023 @02:45AM (#34801145)
I have a strong suspicion that the sponsorships will be going away now.

Akamai killed the enthusiast-run Linode to instead create executive-run cloud computing services. That is what the difference is, and why these news are so worrisome for enthusiasts.

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