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Description
KVM, which stands for Kernel-based Virtual Machine, serves as a comprehensive virtualization solution for Linux systems operating on x86 hardware equipped with virtualization capabilities (such as Intel VT or AMD-V). It comprises a loadable kernel module, known as kvm.ko, that underpins the essential virtualization framework, along with a processor-specific module, either kvm-intel.ko or kvm-amd.ko. By utilizing KVM, users can operate several virtual machines that run unaltered Linux or Windows operating systems. Each virtual machine is allocated its own set of virtualized hardware components, including a network interface card, storage, graphics adapter, and more. KVM is an open-source project, with its kernel component integrated into the mainline Linux kernel since version 2.6.20, while the userspace aspect has been incorporated into the mainline QEMU project starting from version 1.3. This integration enables widespread deployment and support for various virtualization applications and services.
Description
LXD represents a cutting-edge system container manager that provides an experience akin to virtual machines but operates using Linux containers. It features an image-based architecture with a variety of pre-configured images for numerous Linux distributions and is centered around a robust yet straightforward REST API. To better understand LXD and its functionalities, you can explore it online, and if you're interested in deploying it locally, be sure to check out the getting started guide. Established and currently directed by Canonical Ltd, the LXD project benefits from contributions by various organizations and individual developers alike. At its core, LXD consists of a privileged daemon that delivers a REST API via a local UNIX socket and can also be accessed over the network if this option is enabled. Clients, including the command line tool that comes with LXD, interact exclusively through this REST API, ensuring a consistent experience whether you are accessing your local host or a remote server. This design allows for streamlined management and deployment of containers, making LXD a powerful tool in modern software development and deployment.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
3v-Hosting
Yes
ColonelServer
Yes
Dianahost
Yes
Elastic Observability
Yes
F5 BIG-IP Next Local Traffic Manager
Yes
Inuvika OVD Enterprise
Yes
Mayan EDMS
Yes
MediaStroke
Yes
Metanet Hosting
Yes
NetWatch.ai
Yes
Integrations
3v-Hosting
No
ColonelServer
No
Dianahost
No
Elastic Observability
No
F5 BIG-IP Next Local Traffic Manager
No
Inuvika OVD Enterprise
No
Mayan EDMS
No
MediaStroke
No
Metanet Hosting
No
NetWatch.ai
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
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
Yes
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
No
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
Red Hat
Founded
1993
Country
United States
Website
www.linux-kvm.org/page/Main_Page
Vendor Details
Company Name
Canonical
Website
linuxcontainers.org/lxd/introduction/
Product Features
Virtual Machine
Backup Management
No
Graphical User Interface
No
Remote Control
No
VDI
No
Virtual Machine Encryption
No
Virtual Machine Migration
No
Virtual Machine Monitoring
No
Virtual Server
No
Virtualization
Archiving & Retention
No
Capacity Monitoring
No
Data Mobility
No
Desktop Virtualization
No
Disaster Recovery
No
Namespace Management
No
Performance Management
No
Version Control
No
Virtual Machine Monitoring
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