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Working with Docker

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How to use Redis in Docker Containers

Redis is a NoSQL database that can be used within a Docker container to secure the container’s data and improve overall application efficiency. Its fast performance makes it ideal for use with the popular container software in modern development environments. This article shows…

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How to install MariaDB via Docker

With Docker, you can set MariaDB up in just a few steps and avoid complex local installation. The database runs in isolation from the rest of the system, preventing conflicts when testing different versions. You can back up and restore data as needed to create a flexible,…

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How to deploy WordPress in Docker containers

The popular CMS WordPress can be installed in just a few steps using the container software Docker and the terminal. For more complex WordPress setups, using the container management platform Kubernetes is also a great option. We show you how to set up WordPress with Docker, how…

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How to use Docker prune – tutorial with examples

Over time, Docker can accumulate outdated containers, unused volumes, networks, images, and other unnecessary resources that consume valuable disk space and system resources. With Docker prune, you can easily clean up the system, remove unused data, and reclaim valuable space…

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How to run MongoDB via a Docker container

Virtualization separates MongoDB Docker containers from the underlying system, ensuring a consistent environment whether running locally or in the cloud. Docker allows developers to quickly launch and manage multiple MongoDB instances, making it easy to start and remove them as…

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How to install Docker on Debian 12

When using modern web applications, it’s nearly impossible to avoid container technologies like Docker. Docker allows you to run your applications in isolated, portable containers, making development and production processes much simpler and faster. We will guide you through the…

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Docker in comparison

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Kubernetes vs. Docker - What’s the difference?

Docker provides the ability to package software into containers that run consistently anywhere. When these containers need to be managed across multiple servers, Kubernetes comes into play—a platform for container orchestration. We’ll show you how Kubernetes and Docker relate to…

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What are the 5 best alternatives to Docker?

Docker is no longer the only option. Whether more security, better performance or native Kubernetes support – tools like Podman, BuildKit, and Kaniko offer strong alternatives. Here are the 5 best Docker alternatives. From more efficient CI/CD pipelines to simplified container…

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Docker vs. virtual machines

Choosing between Docker and virtual machines is a crucial decision in IT infrastructure. Each of the two technologies has its own approach for deploying and isolating applications, meaning that they come with different advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we explain…

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Docker Basics

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Docker (The container technology)

The Docker virtualization solution has transformed application development. In some cases, standardized containers are used to create gigantic clusters of loosely coupled microservices. They run as distributed swarms across system and infrastructure boundaries. Special tools and…

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