Client push proxies were introduced as a major infrastructure upgrade in the Enterprise File Sync & Share Service (EFSS) bwSync&Share, which is used nationwide and across all institutions. These allow folders and files to be updated more quickly using client software and also reduce the load on the Nextcloud cluster. The Collabora cluster used for online office applications has also been expanded with a new proxy, which further improves reliability when opening and editing documents.
A Valkey-based cache solution for PHP sessions has been introduced for the bwsyncandshare.kit.edu web interface, which stores session information centrally in memory so that requests can be processed faster and the load on the web servers is reduced. PHP execution has also been optimized, including through the use of the just-in-time compiler (JIT). This means that requests can be processed more efficiently. All changes lead to faster response times in the web interface.
In addition, passwordless login is now possible in the web interface and with all clients, provided the identity provider (IDP) at the user's home institution supports this. When logging in for the first time, users simply select the "Passwordless Login (Passkey)" button on the login page of their institution.
The operating system in the bwSync&Share service was recently updated from Debian 12 to Debian 13. The changeover was carried out in both the production and test environments and ensures that operation remains secure and stable beyond the end of support for the Debian 12 operating system software in June.
All of the measures described here were implemented at the beginning of March without interrupting ongoing operations. Users therefore benefit from a more stable and at the same time more powerful platform.
Further information on the bwSync&Share service in the service description