Azure Container Instances (ACI)

Container

A bundle of software with custom code, an operating system (OS), and any libraries and dependencies required by the custom code. The bundle is stored and shared as a lightweight executable that can run on almost any infrastructure.

Benefits of Azure Container Instances (ACI)

  • Fast startup
  • Internet access to containers
  • Hypervisor-level security comparable to a VM
  • Minimized storage of customer data- Custom sizes
  • Persistent storage via Azure Files
  • Both Linux and Windows

Consider:

  • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for more advanced features and access to Kubernetes APIs
  • Azure Container Apps for a more fully managed experience

Stored in the Azure Container Registry (ACR)


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