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Description

LXC serves as a user-space interface that harnesses the Linux kernel's containment capabilities. It provides a robust API along with straightforward tools, enabling Linux users to effortlessly create and oversee both system and application containers. Often viewed as a hybrid between a chroot environment and a complete virtual machine, LXC aims to deliver an experience closely resembling a typical Linux installation without necessitating an independent kernel. This makes it an appealing option for developers needing lightweight isolation. As a free software project, the majority of LXC's code is distributed under the GNU LGPLv2.1+ license, while certain components for Android compatibility are available under a standard 2-clause BSD license, and some binaries and templates fall under the GNU GPLv2 license. The stability of LXC's releases is dependent on the various Linux distributions and their dedication to implementing timely fixes and security patches. Consequently, users can rely on the continuous improvement and security of their container environments through active community support.

Description

Container-based virtualization for Linux that's open source allows for the deployment of several secure and isolated Linux containers, also referred to as VEs or VPSs, on a single physical machine, which optimizes server utilization while preventing application conflicts. Each of these containers operates and functions just like an independent server; they can be rebooted on their own and possess root access, as well as their own users, IP addresses, memory, processes, files, applications, system libraries, and configuration files. This technology not only enhances efficiency but also provides greater flexibility in managing resources across various applications.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Byethost
GB Network Solutions
Netdata
SolusVM
StrongDM
Virtuozzo
WHASOLS

Integrations

Byethost
GB Network Solutions
Netdata
SolusVM
StrongDM
Virtuozzo
WHASOLS

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Canonical

Website

linuxcontainers.org/lxc/introduction/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Virtuozzo

Website

openvz.org

Product Features

Container Management

Access Control
Application Development
Automatic Scaling
Build Automation
Container Health Management
Container Storage
Deployment Automation
File Isolation
Hybrid Deployments
Network Isolation
Orchestration
Shared File Systems
Version Control
Virtualization

Product Features

Server Virtualization

Audit Management
Health Monitoring
Live Machine Migration
Multi-OS Virtual Machines
Patching / Backup
Performance Log
Performance Optimization
Rapid Provisioning
Security Management
Type 1 / Type 2 Hypervisor

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