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HAProxy Overview

HAProxy is free, open-source software that provides a high availability load balancer and proxy server for TCP and HTTP-based applications. It spreads requests across multiple servers, ensuring high availability and reliability. Written in C, HAProxy is known for its speed and efficiency, even in terms of processor and memory usage. It is trusted by many high-profile websites including GitHub, Bitbucket, Stack Overflow, Reddit, Speedtest.net, Tumblr, Twitter, and Tuenti, and is used in the OpsWorks product from major cloud providers.

Key Features​

  • High Availability: Distributes requests across multiple servers to ensure high availability.
  • Load Balancing: Efficiently balances traffic for TCP and HTTP-based applications.
  • Performance: Known for its speed and efficient use of resources.
  • Reliability: Trusted by high-profile websites and cloud providers.
  • Open Source: Free to use, modify, and distribute under an open-source license.

Tech Stack​

We offer multiple configurations of HAProxy optimized for performance and stability. Below are the details of our setups:

HAProxy 2.4 on Ubuntu Server 22.04​

  • HAProxy 2.4: A reliable, high-performance load balancer and proxy server for TCP and HTTP applications, known for its speed and efficiency in distributing web traffic.
  • Ubuntu Server 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish): A stable and secure long-term support release, offering enhanced security and support until April 2027.

Key Benefits​

  • Enhanced Security: Ubuntu 22.04 provides the latest security updates and long-term support.
  • High Performance: HAProxy 2.4 ensures efficient traffic distribution and reliability.

HAProxy 2.4 on Ubuntu Server 20.04​

  • HAProxy 2.4: A reliable, high-performance load balancer and proxy server for TCP and HTTP applications, known for its speed and efficiency in distributing web traffic.
  • Ubuntu Server 20.04 (Focal Fossa): A stable and secure long-term support release, known for its reliability and security.

Key Benefits​

  • Reliable Platform: Ubuntu 20.04 offers a stable and secure environment for running HAProxy.
  • Efficient Load Balancing: HAProxy 2.4 provides robust and efficient traffic management.

HAProxy 1.9 on Ubuntu Server 18.04​

  • HAProxy 1.9: A trusted load balancer and proxy server for TCP and HTTP applications, providing reliable and efficient traffic distribution.
  • Ubuntu Server 18.04 (Bionic Beaver): A stable and secure long-term support release, known for its reliability and security.

Key Benefits​

  • Proven Stability: Ubuntu 18.04 provides a reliable and secure environment for running HAProxy.
  • Trusted Performance: HAProxy 1.9 ensures reliable and efficient traffic management.

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