--- title: "Blog" description: "Technical articles and industry insights from the Edge team. Decentralized computing, cloud infrastructure, and the future of the web." url: https://edge.network/blog/ --- # Blog Blog # Technical Articles & Insights Deep dives into decentralized computing, cloud infrastructure, and the technology shaping the future of the web. ## Recent Articles From the engineering, product, and research teams at Edge. [Use case 3 min read ### Migrating a Ghost Blog from AWS Lightsail Practical steps to move a Ghost instance including database, media files and DNS, highlighting removal of egress exposure. Edge Team Read more](https://edge.network/blog/ghost-migration-lightsail) [Use case 3 min read ### Deploying WordPress 7.1 Beta on Edge Network Walkthrough for deploying the new beta on Edge VMs with live resize, private networking and free CDN tier. Focus on performance and cost advantages over traditional hosts. Edge Team Read more](https://edge.network/blog/wordpress-71-beta-edge) [Company 12 min read ### The New Path for Edge: A New Cloud, New Tools, and What's Next We never stopped building. While the major cloud providers were making headlines for the wrong reasons, we went back to the foundations and rebuilt everything. Here's what's live today, and a first look at what comes next. Joseph Denne Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-new-path-for-edge) [Industry 8 min read ### Setting the Stage for Q2 Success with Edge Network Q2 is a pivotal time to set ambitious goals and ensure your infrastructure can keep up. Edge Network delivers 100% uptime, zero egress fees, and unmatched cost efficiency. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/q2-success-edge-network) [Industry 6 min read ### The Hidden Cost of Cloud Downtime Cloud downtime isn't just an inconvenience — it's a business killer. A single hour of outage can result in millions in lost revenue, damaged customer trust, and long-term reputational harm. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/cloud-downtime-costs) [Industry 7 min read ### How to Avoid Cloud Cost Overruns in 2026: A Decentralised Solution Cloud cost overruns are a growing pain point for enterprises. Discover how Edge Network offers transparent pricing, zero egress fees, and 20%+ savings. Joseph Denne Read more](https://edge.network/blog/cloud-cost-overruns) [Partnership 6 min read ### Edge Network Partner With BLOCKv: Unlocking True Decentralization For The Largest Web3 Enterprise Layer Edge and BLOCKv are partnering to bring fully decentralized cloud infrastructure to the largest Web3 enterprise layer, integrating Edge Storage, CDN and AI. Joseph Denne Read more](https://edge.network/blog/blockv-partnership) [Engineering 5 min read ### Why Decentralized Computing is Necessary for Fast Scaling AI Capabilities AI's insatiable appetite for compute power is pushing centralized clouds to their breaking point. We explore how decentralized computing offers the solution. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/decentralized-computing-and-scaling-ai) [Engineering 4 min read ### Revolutionizing Content Delivery: The Integration of Edge Computing in CDN Technology How edge computing is reshaping the CDN paradigm — and how Edge is at the forefront of this change. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/edge-computing-in-cdn-technology) [Engineering 4 min read ### Why Decentralization is Essential for DNS Security A new wave of decentralization is offering potential solutions to enhance DNS security, resilience and privacy. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/decentralization-and-dns-security) [Sustainability 4 min read ### Environmental Implications of Decentralized Hosting Platforms Exploring how decentralized hosting reduces energy consumption, leverages underutilized resources and promotes renewable energy. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/environmental-implications-decentralized-hosting) [Engineering 4 min read ### How Decentralization Enhances Cloud Storage Security Decentralized cloud storage offers a more secure alternative to traditional centralized solutions through encryption, distribution and redundancy. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/decentralization-cloud-storage-security) [Engineering 4 min read ### Understanding Edge Computing in a Decentralized World The concept of decentralization is prompting a shift away from centralized systems. We examine edge computing in this new paradigm. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/edge-computing-decentralized-world) [Engineering 4 min read ### The Future of Internet: Decentralized Cloud Hosting Decentralized cloud hosting promises to dramatically shift the status quo and reshape the future of the Internet. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/future-of-internet-decentralized-cloud) [Sustainability 2 min read ### The Carbon Offset Cloud What if you could run your digital products in a cloud that was green from the off? One that didn't demand more leaves to cover its indiscretions? Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-carbon-offset-cloud) [Network 3 min read ### The World According to Edge What global reach means to us and why we're able to offer market-leading cloud services wherever you live. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-world-according-to-edge) [Engineering 3 min read ### Why We Open Source The tech strategy and philosophy for Edge Network and how all roads lead to DAO. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/why-we-open-source) [Engineering 4 min read ### Edge and Web3 Edge is the infrastructure of Web3 — but what is Web3 and why does it matter? And how does Edge Network fit into its decentralised future? Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/edge-and-web3) [Community 2 min read ### Hosting the Future Running a blockchain project? Want to host for free on Edge Network? Our campaign to support crypto and web3 businesses. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/hosting-the-future) [Sustainability 2 min read ### The Offset Network Plant trees, by all means. But do it because you want to, not because you feel like you have to. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-offset-network) [Community 3 min read ### Crowd Infrastructure Edge Network harnesses the power of people to change digital infrastructure — and with it the world. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/crowd-infrastructure) [Engineering 4 min read ### Blockchain Explained Edge Network uses its own blockchain — here's why. And how. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/blockchain-explained) [Industry 2 min read ### The New Media Platform Edge offers enhanced performance for optimal user experience — an ideal application for media brands. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-new-media-platform) [Product 2 min read ### Future CDN, Today Switch to Edge Network and save up to 90% on your content delivery costs. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/future-cdn-today) [Sustainability 3 min read ### Cleaning Up the Cloud Is the cloud really just smog? It's time for digital infrastructure to take its carbon footprint more seriously. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/cleaning-up-the-cloud) [Engineering 2 min read ### Hidden in Plain Sight Edge Network stores the Internet in homes and offices all around us. But that doesn't make it any less secure. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/hidden-in-plain-sight) [Company 2 min read ### The Network That Works for You Edge could save you up to 90% on your digital infrastructure. Think about that next time you pay your bill. Joseph Denne Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-network-that-works-for-you) [Engineering 3 min read ### The Cloud Is Not Enough We're on the cusp of unprecedented demand for data storage and traditional infrastructure just won't cut it. Adam K Dean Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-cloud-is-not-enough) [Sustainability 3 min read ### The Network Under Your Nose We don't need massive, dedicated server farms to power the internet. You already carry a perfectly usable cloud in your pocket. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-network-under-your-nose) [Network 2 min read ### The Local, Global Network Edge is a global network, locally sourced: our nodes are located in homes and offices everywhere. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/the-local-global-network) [Company 3 min read ### A Fairer Internet The network that powers our new digital society should be in the hands of the many, not the few. Will Lebens Read more](https://edge.network/blog/a-fairer-internet) Get Started ## Start Free — No Card Required Create a free account in seconds. Free DNS, free CDN and Storage tiers, and per-resource compute billed hourly. Zero egress fees. [Start Free](https://edge.network/account/access/new) Full access to all products Zero egress fees Unlimited bandwidth No commitment after ## Stay Updated Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, product updates, and engineering insights.