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Detailed Guide on Configuring DMZ and Port Forwarding for Accessing an Application on Port 40000

By mprcba June 11, 2024Architecture, Kubernetes, NetworkNo Comments

ZTE Router (Airtel): WAN IP: Public IP assigned by ISP LAN IP: 192.168.100.1 Connected to the TP-Link router TP-Link Router: WAN IP: 192.168.100.12 (assigned by ZTE router) LAN IP: 192.168.50.1…

Azure IoT Akri (A Kubernetes Resource Interface)

By mprcba May 22, 2024Architecture, Azure, iiot, iot, KubernetesNo Comments

Introduction Azure IoT Akri (A Kubernetes Resource Interface) is a project aimed at enhancing the integration of edge devices into Kubernetes environments. It is particularly beneficial for scenarios where IoT…

Retail vs E-Commerce: Technology Architecture Deep Dive

By mprcba April 23, 2024TechNo Comments

A first-principles comparison of retail and e-commerce technology stacks — POS systems, inventory sync, order management, and the converging omnichannel architecture.

Async Processing Architecture: Patterns, Queues & Event-Driven Design

By mprcba March 4, 2024ArchitectureNo Comments

Deep dive into async processing — message queues vs event streams, at-least-once vs exactly-once, dead letter queues, back-pressure, and choosing between Kafka, RabbitMQ, and SQS.

Comprehensive Guide to Privileged Account Security: Think Like a Hacker to Fortify Your Defenses

By mprcba December 1, 2023Architecture, SecurityNo Comments

Introduction In the ever-expanding digital landscape, privileged accounts are the equivalent of master keys to an organization's IT kingdom. They provide elevated access and control over critical systems, making them…

OpenAI’s Governance Crisis: Lessons for Tech Corporate Structure

By mprcba November 22, 2023TechNo Comments

Analyzing OpenAI's board crisis — nonprofit vs capped-profit tensions, the Sam Altman saga, governance models for AI companies, and structural lessons for the tech industry.

Azure Service Bus vs Event Hub: Architecture & Decision Guide

By mprcba November 15, 2023AzureNo Comments

Service Bus vs Event Hub deep comparison — messaging semantics, partitioning, throughput, pricing, consumer groups, and a decision tree for choosing the right Azure service.

SCADA Systems,OPC ServersMiddleware and IoT PlatformsData Historians comparative table

By mprcba November 14, 2023UncategorizedNo Comments

Feature/Function SCADA Systems OPC Servers Middleware IoT Platforms Data Historians Industrial Routers and Gateways Communication to PLCs Definition Real-time monitoring and control software. Standardize data communication between devices. Intermediary software…

Industrial Protocol Gateway Solutions: Modbus, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MQTT & Beyond

By mprcba November 13, 2023iiotNo Comments

How protocol gateways bridge Modbus, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, CANopen, MQTT and AMQP — gateway architectures, translation patterns, and vendor comparison.

Advanced manufacturing KPIs

By mprcba November 13, 2023Architecture, Digital Transformation, iiotNo Comments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are critical metrics that organizations use to measure and evaluate their performance in various areas. In advanced manufacturing, KPIs play a crucial role in assessing the…

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