General API information

The Rackspace Monitoring API is implemented by using a RESTful web service interface. Cloud Big Data shares a common token-based authentication system with other products in the Rackspace Cloud suite. This system enables seamless access between Rackspace products and services.

Note

All requests to authenticate and operate the service are performed using HTTPS on TCP port 443. For authentication instructions, see Authenticate to the Rackspace Cloud.