On-Premises vs Cloud-Based IAM: A Cost Analysis

In today’s digital landscape, Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a crucial aspect of any organization’s security strategy. With the rise of cloud computing, the choice between on-premises and cloud-based IAM solutions has become increasingly important. While both options have their advantages and disadvantages, the cost factor is a significant consideration for many organizations. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a cost analysis of on-premises vs cloud-based IAM solutions, exploring the benefits and drawbacks of each option. ...

4 min · 687 words · IAMDevBox

How to Install, Configure, and Launch Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Free Tier Instances via CLI

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) offers an always-free tier that includes ARM-based virtual machines (VM.Standard.A1.Flex). However, due to limited regional capacity, launching Free Tier instances through the web console often results in failure. Each failure forces you to manually reselect configurations — a time-consuming process. In contrast, the CLI lets you retry instantly with a single command, making it the preferred method when capacity is scarce. 🔧 Step 1: Install OCI CLI On macOS with Homebrew: ...

3 min · 570 words · IAMDevBox