containerd logo

containerd

Runs containers across platforms.

Made by The Linux Foundation

    What is containerd?

    Containerd is a reliable and versatile container runtime that prioritizes simplicity, robustness, and cross-platform compatibility. Designed to serve as a foundational component within container-based ecosystems, it offers a streamlined approach to managing the entire container lifecycle, from image retrieval and container execution to storage and networking. Leveraging industry-standard specifications, containerd ensures seamless integration with a wide range of container orchestration platforms, enabling consistent and efficient container deployment across diverse environments. With a focus on minimizing complexity and maximizing reliability, containerd empowers developers and operators to build and run containerized applications with confidence, ensuring portability and scalability at the core

    Highlights

    • Industry-standard container runtime specification compliance
    • Simplified container lifecycle management from image to execution
    • Cross-platform compatibility for consistent deployment across environments
    • Reliable container execution and storage capabilities
    • Seamless integration with container orchestration platforms

    Social

    Features

      • OCI Runtime Spec support (aka runC)

      • Image push and pull support

      • Management of network namespaces containers to

      • Multi-tenant supported with CAS storage for

      • Network primitives for creation, modification,

      • OCI Image Spec support

      • Container runtime and lifecycle support