I've been hearing a lot about automating everything in tech, but when it comes to addressing issues, SSH has always been the go-to for Linux devices. If we're managing a large fleet, like over 500 Linux machines, I've seen suggestions for using MDM solutions like SureMDM. But what's a more practical approach for managing these devices effectively at that scale?
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We manage about that many Linux servers and let me tell you, Ansible is our go-to tool. It's effective and scalable, and fits well with our operational requirements.
At scale, especially with devices that aren't always on managed networks, an MDM solution can actually make sense. If you lack the resources for proper management, going with an MDM is your best bet. But if you're equipped to handle it, you might as well be creating your own MDM solution.
It’s funny how some folks push for managing 500 Linux boxes with an MDM tool designed for iPhones. Trust me, when things hit the fan at 2 AM, SSH and Ansible playbooks are what you'll want to rely on. MDM solutions just seem to be trying to cash in with licensing fees when we’ve had solid methods for managing servers for decades.
Ansible is a solid choice for managing Linux servers. It allows for efficient configuration management and can easily be scaled to handle multiple devices.
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