Linux Containers Explained
OpenSource For U, Friday, December 6th, 2024
Linux containers (LXCs) perform better and faster than virtual machines. We take a quick look at why this is so, compare Docker with a Linux container, and then explore the advantages of LXCs.
Containers behave like virtual machines. However, unlike virtual machines, which must replicate an entire operating system to function, containers only need to replicate the specific components they require to function. This lowers the application's size and provides a noticeable performance boost. They also function far more quickly because, in contrast to traditional virtualisation, they essentially run on their host natively, albeit with an extra layer of security.