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Virtual Machine Overview

KakaoCloud Virtual Machine (VM) is a virtual server reconstructed based on physical hardware systems. It offers scalable computing resources in the cloud, enabling efficient use of required resources without the need for upfront hardware investment. Furthermore, using cloud computing is more flexible and cost-effective than maintaining on-premise servers.

KakaoCloud offers a wide range of instance types to meet the diverse workload requirements of users. Select the instance type optimized for your workload requirements, considering the latest processors, networking, operating systems, and other characteristics.

Purpose and use cases​

With just a few clicks, you can start a Virtual Machine in KakaoCloud. Configure the infrastructure for various services without physical space, using VMs and easily adjust servers and networks to meet the constantly changing service requirements.

KakaoCloud VM is versatile, supporting all computing needs ranging from web and application services to databases and beyond.

Features​

Optimal computing infrastructure​

  • Computing services provided in a safely isolated VPC.
  • Various computing resource options to configure computing infrastructure that meet users' requirements and purposes
  • Server specifications and images specialized for Kakao services available

Create and installing server easily​

  • Seamlessly create VM instances with basic configurations via the web console
  • Flexible resource configuration possible by adding or deleting instances as required

Simplified storage integration​

  • Easy integration with storage services such as Block Storage, Object storage
  • Block Storage can be configured according to IOPS requirements
  • Snapshot scheduling feature provided for stable and convenient server operation

Securing internet connection​

  • Services connected to the external internet with Public IP or NAT Gateway
  • Strong security with network access control settings

Manage instance securely with security group​

  • Enhanced security of instances deployed in the network using Security Group
  • Packet filtering function provided based on IP address and port number

Optimizing capacity and reasonable costs​

  • Detailed control over resources with various capacity configurations and purchase options
  • 80~90% cheaper costs than similar products from other companies

Optimizing performance with multithreading​

  • Multithreading deactivation feature for specific workloads such as high-performance computing (HPC)
  • Optimal performance by specifying single thread per CPU core
  • Optimization with the most suitable CPU option for the customer's workload requirements

Getting started​

For detailed guides on Virtual Machine, please refer to How-to Guides. If you are new to KakaoCloud, start with the Start section.