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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.

Description

balenaEngine is a specialized container engine designed specifically for embedded systems and IoT applications, utilizing technology from the Moby Project by Docker. It is significantly smaller than Docker CE, boasting a size reduction of 3.5 times and is distributed as a single binary. This engine is compatible with a diverse range of chipset architectures, catering to everything from small IoT devices to larger industrial gateways. It offers bandwidth-efficient updates using binary diffs that can be 10 to 70 times smaller compared to the traditional method of pulling layers in various scenarios. To mitigate excessive disk writing and safeguard against potential storage corruption, it extracts layers as they are received. Additionally, its atomic and durable image pulls ensure protection against incomplete container downloads in case of power interruptions. The design also minimizes page cache thrashing during image pulls, allowing applications to run smoothly even in low-memory environments. In summary, balenaEngine is an innovative solution that not only supports Docker containers but also enhances bandwidth efficiency for container updates. This makes it an ideal choice for developers seeking reliability and efficiency in IoT and embedded systems.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Byethost Yes 
Docker No 
GB Network Solutions Yes 
SolusVM Yes 
StrongDM Yes 
Virtuozzo Yes 
WHASOLS Yes 

Integrations

Byethost No 
Docker Yes 
GB Network Solutions No 
SolusVM No 
StrongDM No 
Virtuozzo No 
WHASOLS No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Virtuozzo

Website

openvz.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

balena

Founded

2013

Country

United States

Website

www.balena.io/engine/

Product Features

Server Virtualization

Audit Management Yes 
Health Monitoring Yes 
Live Machine Migration Yes 
Multi-OS Virtual Machines No 
Patching / Backup Yes 
Performance Log Yes 
Performance Optimization Yes 
Rapid Provisioning Yes 
Security Management Yes 
Type 1 / Type 2 Hypervisor No 

Product Features

Container Management

Access Control No 
Application Development No 
Automatic Scaling No 
Build Automation No 
Container Health Management No 
Container Storage No 
Deployment Automation No 
File Isolation No 
Hybrid Deployments No 
Network Isolation No 
Orchestration No 
Shared File Systems No 
Version Control No 
Virtualization No 

IoT

Application Development No 
Big Data Analytics No 
Configuration Management No 
Connectivity Management No 
Data Collection No 
Data Management No 
Device Management No 
Performance Management No 
Prototyping No 
Visualization No 

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