Hi -
We are getting ready to deploy our application this fall and are
looking at a couple options in regards to hosting. We are deciding
whether to use a slice hosting service or host our selves via co-
location.
Slice hosting seems like a good option due to the bundled service
(system, hardware, management, etc…). However, we’re a bit
concerned about sharing our resources with others.
We are currently using an in-house linux/apache/mongrel/mysql stack to
dev and run our app and are becoming pretty handy with administrating
this system - but we are not experts.
I am wondering, is there anyone out there that would be interested in
managing our co-location equipment on a part-time/standby basis?
What we are looking for:
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Proficiency with running and maintaining linux servers and rails/
mongrel/mysql clusters. -
Ability to recommend hardware and upgrades
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Familiarity with our application and ensuring its running properly
on the sytem. -
Ability to handle emergency issues should something go wrong.
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Work with devs to resolve/support issues and requests.
The equipment would be based in the U.S. not sure where yet.
Again, I’m just weighing out possible options - not sure what everyone
else is doing.
Thanks in advance.