Choosing the right container runtime engine is crucial for different use cases. Docker is a good option for developers, but there are other options like Podman, GVizor, Kata, and Firecracker for more secure and isolated environments. Kubernetes can work with different OCI compliant runtimes.
- Traditional deployment of applications can be unreliable
- Virtualization creates isolated environments but can be limiting
- Containers allow for deploying applications with all dependencies while still having access to host resources
- Docker is a good option for developers but has restrictions
- Podman can be a drop-in replacement for Docker and is more secure
- GVizor, Kata, and Firecracker are options for more isolated environments
- Kubernetes can work with different OCI compliant runtimes