--- title: Resources | MicroCloud description: A collection of useful and educational material and information about MicroClouds and its components. url: https://canonical.com/microcloud/resources?format=md --- # Learn more about MicroCloud To help you understand more about MicroCloud, we've put together this collection of resources. They'll help you understand what MicroCloud does, how you can get set up, and what you can use it to do. --- ## Videos and webinars ### [Introduction to MicroClouds](https://ubuntu.com/engage/introduction-to-microcloud) MicroCloud is the newest addition to Canonical’s cloud infrastructure portfolio. It is a low-touch, open-source cloud solution purpose-built for scalable clusters and edge deployments for all types of enterprises. In this webinar, we go over what MicroClouds are and why they should be a part of your edge strategy, finishing with a demo. ### [MicroCloud LTS Demo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0y0hQ16YuE) Canonical MicroCloud's 2.1.0 LTS release features support for single-node deployments, improved security posture, and more flexibility during the initialization process. In this video, we guide you through the new process, starting with deploying a MicroCloud on a single node, and then expanding with two additional members for a highly available cluster. ### [VDI with MicroCloud and HP Anyware](https://ubuntu.com/engage/webinar-vdi-microcloud-hp-anyware) In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations need to be agile and responsive to changing demands. A robust VDI solution can be a game-changer, enabling you to empower your workforce and optimize your IT infrastructure. In this webinar on HPE Solutions for VDI with Canonical MicroCloud and HP Anyware, we will address the modern workspace challenges organizations face today. --- [Explore all](https://ubuntu.com/engage?tag=microcloud) --- ## Case studies, whitepapers and reports ### [Simplifying your distributed cloud infrastructure with MicroCloud](https://ubuntu.com/engage/distributed-cloud-infrastructure-microcloud) Navigating the challenges of hybrid and multi-cloud environments can feel overwhelming. Steep learning curves, operational complexities, and unpredictable costs often stand in the way of innovation. This whitepaper discusses the complexities of distributed cloud infrastructure and how MicroCloud can address them. ### [Université de l’Ontario Français rapidly scales with MicroCloud and enterprise support](https://ubuntu.com/engage/university-ontario-francais-microcloud-case-study) This case study showcases how MicroCloud took the manual work and human effort out of deploying and scaling server resources and managing UOF’s cloud infrastructure. ### [VDI solution with HP anyware and Canonical MicroCloud](https://ubuntu.com/engage/hpe-vdi-solution-hp-anyware-canonical-microcloud) Explore how integrating HPE ProLiant servers, Canonical MicroCloud, and HP Anyware can transform your IT infrastructure to deliver a resilient, secure, and scalable solution that meets the demands of modern business. ### [CTO's guide to MicroClouds](https://ubuntu.com/engage/guide-to-micro-clouds) This whitepaper discusses the concept of MicroClouds, a new class of compute for the edge and decentralised environments. It's ideal to gain an understanding of edge computing constraints, values, graphics and use cases. --- [Explore all](https://ubuntu.com/engage?tag=microcloud) --- ## Blog posts ### [Canonical announces the first MicroCloud LTS release](https://ubuntu.com/blog/canonical-releases-microcloud-lts) MicroCloud 2.1.0 LTS features support for single-node deployments, improved security posture, and more flexibility during the initialization process. This blog outlines what’s new in this release. ### [Minimizing latency in your edge cloud with real-time kernel](https://ubuntu.com/blog/minimising-latency-in-your-edge-cloud-with-real-time-kernel) This blog runs through how to enable the Real-time kernel in MicroClouds. It also covers real-time testing, comparing the performance of virtualized and containerized applications leveraging the real-time versus the generic Ubuntu kernel. ### [Launch your own MicroClouds with one command](https://ubuntu.com/blog/one_command_micro_cloud) In this blog, we go over the new, simplified deployment process for MicroClouds, teaching you to deploy your own cloud with a single command in just a few minutes. ### [Edge computing is dead, long live MicroClouds and IoT gateways](https://ubuntu.com/blog/edge-computing-is-dead-long-live-micro-clouds-and-iot-gateways) Are you curious about what all the fuss is about when it comes to edge computing? This blog examines the concept and use cases of edge computing, as well as defining what micro clouds are and where they fit in that spectrum. ### [Setting up a secure shared development environment with LXD](https://ubuntu.com/blog/shared-development-environment-with-lxd) If your MicroClouds need to be used by a variety of users, it's good to know how you can share your environment safely, without granting unnecessary privileges to your users. Read more about it in this blog. --- [Explore all](https://ubuntu.com/blog/tag/microcloud)