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What is end-user experience monitoring?

In today’s hyper-connected world, web applications and platforms are the cornerstone of our daily activities. From routine tasks like checking the weather or managing finances to booking a vacation, these digital tools seamlessly integrate into every aspect of our lives. However, when these applications malfunction—whether due to unexpected errors, crashes, or slow loading times—the consequences can be far-reaching.

Why should you care about DNS Observability?

If you look at typical Application interaction with service point it tends to happen in two stages – first we connect to the Service and when we are interfacing through that established connection. In this description though one thing stays invisible – you can’t simply connect to the Service through the hostname – that host name needs to be resolved into an IP address, and if this name resolution process does not work or does not perform, the application suffers.

The Key Challenges with Cloud-Native Infrastructure

Cloud-native infrastructure has completely transformed the way businesses operate today. The adoption of this new practice has made it simple for organizations to deploy and manage their applications. In fact, according to a report by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), more than 6.8 million cloud-native developers are already using this architecture. Microservices, containers, and DevOps techniques are the core principles of cloud-native infrastructure.

16 Most Common Network Protocols

Computer networks have become integral to our modern digital world. From browsing the web to sending emails and transferring files, network connectivity enables countless applications and services. However, this would not be possible without network protocols, which provide a common language for devices to exchange information reliably. This article will explore some of the most common network protocols that drive communication and connectivity in networks and the Internet.

Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts for Navigating StackState

When it comes to using (desktop) software, especially in tech, there's always that icebreaker you can use to determine whether a prospect is a more "visual" or a more "textual" user. It’s definitely not a black-or-white debate, but it's always interesting to see just how differently we’re wired as individuals at a cognitive level. In this blog post, we'll assume you lean towards being a more "visual" type of person.

From "rebooting" to reliable and secure applications: Optimizing the customer experience

Not so long ago in my career, I remember when it was relatively acceptable for infrastructure or development teams to solve a problem by rebooting a server or just “turning things off and on again.” It didn’t matter what caused the problem or how long the reboot would fix things, provided they were fixed for now. Security teams were always held to a different standard.

Automation Everywhere: How the Role of the CIO is Morphing as Costs Tighten

Ah, another blog about the “evolving” role of the CIO. Buckle up, because we’re about to dive into the world of “transformation,” “digital” this and “innovation” that. But instead of fluffing up the usual jargon, let’s get real about what it takes for a CIO not just to survive but to excel as costs tighten and automation takes over.

10 Inventory Management KPIs for Effective Inventory Analysis

In today’s competitive business environment, effective inventory management can be the difference between success and failure. To ensure that inventory levels are optimized and resources are utilized efficiently, businesses rely on specific metrics called inventory KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Through leveraging inventory management software and understanding these crucial KPIs, companies can drive better decision-making, reduce costs, and boost profitability.

Mobile app observability with OpenTelemetry, Embrace, and Grafana Cloud

We are excited to announce an expansion of our partnership with Embrace to bring mobile observability to our users using open standards like OpenTelemetry. We first worked with Embrace last year when they created a plugin for Grafana that gives mobile teams an easy way to visualize and analyze real-time mobile metrics directly in a Grafana dashboard.