Comparing LogicalSolutions.net vs. Amazon Cloud vs. RackSpace Cloud
The primary reason most organizations look to cloud computing is the cost savings. So when you’re evaluating cloud hosting providers, it’s important to understand the price models of each vendor. It’s easy to get caught up in advertised entry pricing but be sure to compare apples to apples.
When comparing what is included with EarthLink against the Amazon Cloud or RackSpace Cloud, you’ll quickly discover how much EarthLink can save your company on their hosting costs.
Here is an example of a typical Cloud Server (or virtual private server) environment for one of our customers.
|
|
EarthLink |
Amazon Cloud |
RackSpace Cloud |
|
Windows 2008 |
$80 |
$88 |
$0 |
|
Windows OS |
Server 2008 |
Server 2008 |
Server |
|
RAID Drives |
Included |
Included |
Included |
|
Control Panel |
Included |
Included |
|
|
1 GB RAM |
Included |
Included |
$58.40 |
|
20 GB Drive |
Included |
Included |
Included |
|
Backup |
Included |
$7 |
$3 |
|
Bandwidth – 1,000 Gb |
Included |
$100 |
$80 |
|
Bandwidth – 1,000 Gb |
Included |
$150 |
$220 |
|
Load |
Included |
$18 |
Available |
|
Total Cost Per |
$80 |
$363 |
$361.40 |
You can clearly see the cost savings that EarthLink’s pricing model provides. There are no hidden costs or other pay as you go expenses that can add up in a hurry. If you’re already with Amazon or RackSpace, or simply looking into Cloud Hosting options, contact one of our Sales Engineers today for a free cost assessment.
