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Top 20 Web Application Monitoring Tools in 2024

Whether you run your web app or rely on third-party services such as HubSpot, Slack, Basecamp, and Gmail, staying on top of web applications has become a part of many businesses’ daily business activities. As a result, modern web application monitoring software has become necessary for every company. Web application monitoring software allows users to monitor and assess various aspects of web apps, including functionality, efficiency, and performance.

Step By Step Guide to Monitoring Your Apache HTTP Servers

Monitoring Apache HTTP servers is crucial for ensuring they are always available and perform optimally, helping to identify and resolve bottlenecks and inefficiencies. It aids in capacity planning and security by detecting abnormal activities and potential security threats. Regular monitoring also facilitates troubleshooting, improves service reliability, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Highlights from Google Cloud Next 2024

Over 30,000 people flocked to Las Vegas to see the latest and greatest from Google Cloud and its partners at Google Cloud Next 2024. As a long-time Google Cloud partner and recipient of two Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year awards this year, we were there in full force to showcase our unified observability and security solutions and engage with the Google Cloud community.

RailsConf recap with John Nunemaker

Josh and Ben are joined by John Nunemaker to discuss their recent trip to Detroit for RailsConf, as well as the announcement from RubyCentral that 2025 will mark the final RailsConf (though not the last Rails conference!). Later in the episode, Josh and Ben reveal the outcome of their Honeybadger Insights launch goal and discuss the team's last dev cycle. John also shares an update on his work with Flipper!

Break Free from APM's Shackles: Unlock True Resilience with Catchpoint IPM

Are traditional Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools holding you back? Discover how Catchpoint's Internet Performance Monitoring (IPM) can transform your approach to digital experience monitoring and unlock true resilience. In this video, we delve into the limitations of APM and how IPM addresses these challenges by providing comprehensive visibility across the entire Internet stack, from backend infrastructure to end-user experience.

Ping vs Packet Loss Explained

Network latency and packet loss are two important metrics that can greatly affect the performance and user experience of applications and services that rely on network communication. This article will explain what latency and packet loss are, how they change network performance, and how to fix problems related to these metrics. We'll also look at real examples and situations to show the real impact of latency and packet loss on different applications.

Hybrid observability for banks and financial services organizations: Top 5 challenges and how monitoring can help

Facing rising technical complexity and pressure from regulators, these are challenging times for financial services organizations. Given the near- and long-term uncertainties, organizations must focus on what’s coming next. That includes navigating technological disruption and the way it’s shaping experiences and expectations for employees and customers alike. Now, 73% of banking interactions happen over digital channels.

Hybrid observability for manufacturing enterprises: Top 5 challenges and how monitoring can help

The manufacturing sector is at a crossroads. Industry 4.0 brought with it a wave of innovation, with the industrial internet of things (IIoT), advanced automated, and AI-driven analytics. Now, we’re experiencing the onset of Industry 5.0, where humans work alongside smart machines to create more sustainable products, services, and supply chains.

6 Strategies for Businesses Planning to Utilize the Internet of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) is redefining business operations across various sectors, offering unprecedented connectivity and data insights. This technology integrates sensors and devices into everyday objects, enabling them to send and receive data over the internet. As industries look to harness the power of IoT to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making, it becomes imperative to adopt strategic measures for successful integration. This guide outlines six key strategies to help businesses effectively utilize IoT technology.