Introduction to Containers: What They Are and How They Work
Containers are a lightweight way to package and distribute software applications. They provide a standardized environment for running applications that can be easily deployed across different operating systems and cloud platforms. What are Containers? Containers are a type of virtualization technology that allows multiple applications to run on a single host operating system, each in its own isolated environment. This isolation is achieved by using a combination of operating system-level virtualization and resource control mechanisms. Each container includes everything an application needs to run, such as the code, libraries, system tools, and settings, and is isolated from the other containers running on the same host. This means that applications can be deployed with their dependencies, ensuring that they run consistently regardless of the underlying infrastructure. How Do Containers Work? Containers use a combination of operating system-level virtualization and resource contro...