balenaOS Description
The advent of containers is set to transform the landscape of connected devices, with balenaOS standing out as the premier solution for their deployment. Designed to endure challenging networking scenarios and sudden power losses, it is a stripped-down version of Linux that includes only the essential services for running Docker efficiently on embedded hardware. Built on the foundation of Yocto Linux, it allows for seamless adaptation across a wide range of device types and CPU architectures. The project is actively maintained in a transparent manner, fostering a community that is encouraged to contribute. In our initiative to create balenaCloud—a platform that integrates modern software development tools with connected hardware—we began by adapting Docker for ARM processors in 2013. This experience highlighted the necessity for a dedicated operating system tailored to this specific use case: a lightweight OS perfectly suited for executing containers on embedded devices. Furthermore, this focus on optimization ensures that developers can maximize the potential of their connected solutions.
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JS7 JobScheduler
JS7 JobScheduler, an Open Source Workload Automation System, is designed for performance and resilience. JS7 implements state-of-the-art security standards. It offers unlimited performance for parallel executions of jobs and workflows.
JS7 provides cross-platform job execution and managed file transfer. It supports complex dependencies without the need for coding. The JS7 REST-API allows automation of inventory management and job control.
JS7 can operate thousands of Agents across any platform in parallel.
Platforms
- Cloud scheduling for Docker®, OpenShift®, Kubernetes® etc.
- True multi-platform scheduling on premises, for Windows®, Linux®, AIX®, Solaris®, macOS® etc.
- Hybrid cloud and on-premises use
User Interface
- Modern GUI with no-code approach for inventory management, monitoring, and control using web browsers
- Near-real-time information provides immediate visibility to status changes, log outputs of jobs and workflows.
- Multi-client functionality, role-based access management
- OIDC authentication and LDAP integration
High Availability
- Redundancy & Resilience based on asynchronous design and autonomous Agents
- Clustering of all JS7 Products, automatic fail-over and manual switch-over
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Windocks
Windocks provides on-demand Oracle, SQL Server, as well as other databases that can be customized for Dev, Test, Reporting, ML, DevOps, and DevOps. Windocks database orchestration allows for code-free end to end automated delivery. This includes masking, synthetic data, Git operations and access controls, as well as secrets management. Databases can be delivered to conventional instances, Kubernetes or Docker containers.
Windocks can be installed on standard Linux or Windows servers in minutes. It can also run on any public cloud infrastructure or on-premise infrastructure. One VM can host up 50 concurrent database environments. When combined with Docker containers, enterprises often see a 5:1 reduction of lower-level database VMs.
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OpenBalena
Utilize our foundational tools to create your own device deployment and management server, whether you're handling a single device or scaling up to a million. Customize openBalena to meet your specific requirements and seamlessly execute software updates on your devices with just one command. Leverage the advantages of virtualization, specifically tailored for edge computing, and maintain access to your devices no matter their network conditions. Onboarding new devices into your fleet is straightforward and efficient. OpenBalena serves as a comprehensive platform for the deployment and oversight of connected devices. Each device operates on balenaOS, an operating system crafted for container execution on IoT hardware, and is overseen using the balena CLI, which facilitates the configuration of application containers, implementation of updates, monitoring of status, and examination of logs. The backend services of OpenBalena, built from proven components that have been utilized in balenaCloud for years, not only store device data securely but also enable remote management through an integrated VPN service and optimize the distribution of container images across your devices. This robust infrastructure ensures that you can efficiently manage your entire fleet with ease and confidence.
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balena
Balena offers a comprehensive suite of tools that facilitate the creation, deployment, and management of networks of connected Linux devices. We supply infrastructure tailored for fleet managers, enabling them to concentrate on application development and expanding their fleets with minimal obstacles. Our tools are built to seamlessly integrate as a cohesive platform, yet they also allow users to selectively utilize specific components that align with their project needs, tailoring them to fit unique requirements. Understanding that each Internet of Things (IoT) project presents distinct challenges, we avoid a one-size-fits-all approach. For those interested in diving deeper into how balena operates, you’ll find our core platform, known as balenaCloud, includes a robust combination of device, server, and client-side software, all crafted to ensure your code is securely deployed across a network of devices. This modular design empowers users to innovate while maintaining the reliability and security essential for successful deployment.
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Company Details
Company:
balena
Year Founded:
2013
Headquarters:
United Kingdom
Website:
www.balena.io/os/
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