Why Docker?

These days, to say that Docker adoption has proceeded at a remarkable rate, would be an understatement. There is a lot of Buzz about Docker and it has gained a huge following and a lot of momentum. This is especially true for folks who have come from the Linux world, who have not previously been exposed to the “Magic and Wonder” of native OS containers us Solaris and BSD users have been enjoying for so many years.

When any new technology garners mass appeal, it is imperative from a business perspective to give the people what they want. Joyent has rightly recognized this fact and has integrated Docker support in the most sensible way [Read more…]