AKAMAI TECH. DL-,01 (AK3)

Overview

Akamai Technologies, Inc., established in 1998 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a global provider of cloud services focused on enhancing and securing online content and business applications. It operates internationally, delivering a range of services including cloud computing, security, and content delivery to address the challenges of cyber threats and to optimize performance across various digital platforms. The company is committed to innovation in the digital realm, offering solutions designed to scale and adapt to the evolving needs of businesses in the internet space.

Products and Services

Akamai offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at improving web performance, securing applications, and delivering online content efficiently:

• Cloud Security Solutions: These solutions are designed to protect infrastructure, websites, applications, and APIs from cyberattacks and other online threats. By leveraging cloud-based security measures, Akamai ensures that businesses can safeguard their digital assets while maintaining high performance.
• Web and Mobile Performance Solutions: Akamai enhances the user experience by accelerating the performance of dynamic websites and applications. These services are crucial for businesses aiming to improve customer engagement and reduce bounce rates through faster load times and smoother online interactions.
• Media Delivery Solutions: This includes a variety of services aimed at optimizing the delivery of video content, game and software downloads, and other digital media. It encompasses video streaming, video player services, and solutions for broadcast operations, providing a high-quality viewing experience for end-users.
• Cloud Computing Services: Akamai offers essential cloud computing resources such as compute, storage, networking, database, and container management. These services enable businesses to develop, deploy, and manage applications and workloads with enhanced security and scalability.
• Content Delivery Network (CDN): As a cornerstone of Akamai’s offerings, the CDN optimizes the distribution of content across the internet. This ensures faster access to websites and applications, reducing latency and improving overall user satisfaction.
• Authoritative Domain Name System (DNS): Akamai provides reliable and speedy DNS resolution services, which are fundamental for the efficient functioning of the internet. This service enhances the user experience by ensuring that web addresses are resolved quickly and accurately.
• Data and Analytics: These services offer insights into performance and security, allowing businesses to make informed decisions based on real-time data. Akamai's analytics tools help companies understand user behavior, monitor performance metrics, and detect potential security threats.
• Professional Services and Support: Akamai offers an array of support services to assist customers with the integration, configuration, optimization, and management of its solutions. This ensures that clients can maximize the benefits of their investments while addressing any technical challenges that may arise.