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Introduction

Marketplace​

A Marketplace in software refers to a digital platform where users can discover, purchase, and deploy a variety of products and services. This platform offers a range of features and tools that make it easy for users to select and manage software or other digital products.

4 Types of Marketplace:​

1. OS Templates :​

  • These are pre-configured templates of operating systems that users can deploy on virtual machines. They offer a fast and easy way to set up servers with common operating systems like Windows, Linux, or other specialized OS versions.

2. ISO Templates :​

  • ISO templates are downloadable images (ISO files) that contain a complete copy of an operating system. Users can upload or choose ISO templates to install new operating systems on virtual machines manually. These are useful when custom installations or non-standard configurations are needed.

3. App Marketplace :​

  • The App Marketplace contains a collection of pre-packaged applications that users can deploy instantly. These may include software solutions such as web servers, databases, content management systems (CMS), or developer tools. The goal is to simplify the process of getting software up and running with minimal configuration.

4. Kubernetes Marketplace :​

  • This section of the marketplace offers ready-to-use Kubernetes clusters or applications designed to run on Kubernetes. It provides tools and services that simplify the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications using Kubernetes, helping developers adopt cloud-native solutions efficiently.