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Revision as of 03:40, 20 February 2024
LXC and Docker are both Linux containerization systems, but take radically different approaches.
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Full System Virtualization
LXC provides a full system virtualization, which means it includes the full OS, whereas Docker only packages the application and its dependencies. LXC behaves more like a traditional virtual machine, which can be beneficial for applications that require full OS functionality.
This is the main selling point of LXC. It's like a VM without the overhead.
Flexibility
LXC is more flexible in terms of the types of applications it can support. It can run any application that can run on a Linux server, whereas Docker is more suited to prepackaged applications.
Better for Legacy Applications
LXC is often a better choice for legacy applications that weren't designed with containerization in mind.
Persistent Storage
LXC makes it easier to manage persistent storage, which can be a complicated with Docker.
Learning Curve
LXC is often considered easier to learn and use than Docker, especially for those already familiar with Linux systems.
