Linode (Akamai)

Now part of Akamai, Linode is a veteran cloud provider beloved by developers for its reliable, high-performance Virtual Private Servers (VPS) and straightforward pricing. It offers a clean, powerful cloud manager for deploying Linux instances, Kubernetes clusters, object storage, and managed databases. Linode emphasizes simplicity, excellent documentation, and a robust API, making it easy to automate and scale infrastructure. With the backing of Akamai's vast network, it benefits from enhanced global connectivity and DDoS protection.

While it has expanded its managed services, its core appeal remains providing uncomplicated, powerful virtual servers with predictable monthly or hourly billing, perfect for projects ranging from small apps to large-scale deployments.