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What is Phillux?

Phillux is an advanced virtualization platform designed specifically for the management of your own servers, proficiently handling both LXC containers and virtual machines, while offering an array of features that include storage management, image handling, virtual networking, snapshots, cloning, backups, and individualized firewalls for each guest, all operable from a single host or a small cluster utilizing shared OCFS2 storage with the capability of live migrating active virtual machines. Windows 11 guests are enhanced with automatic UEFI, Secure Boot, and a virtual TPM 2.0, facilitating straightforward unattended installations, and Linux guests are able to easily boot from pre-configured cloud images through cloud-init, with the added ability to import existing virtual machines from VMware ESXi or Proxmox platforms. The cutting-edge firewall functions at the network device level for every guest, preventing the risk of being locked out of the system due to misconfigured rules, and a ransomware prevention feature vigilantly monitors file writes within the guest environment, pausing the machine if it detects any suspicious activity, thereby safeguarding the encryption key for potential recovery. Each aspect of the platform is accessible via a comprehensive REST endpoint, and it operates on Debian 13, following a per-CPU socket licensing model that guarantees your data remains securely on your own hardware, free from reliance on cloud services or telemetry. This dedication to privacy, combined with high performance, positions Phillux as an exceptional choice for users in search of dependable virtualization solutions that ensure both security and efficiency. Additionally, its user-friendly interface allows for streamlined management, making it even more appealing for system administrators and IT professionals alike.

What is Lguest?

Lguest allows for the simultaneous operation of multiple instances of a 32-bit kernel, and you can start it by executing the command modprobe lg followed by Documentation/lguest/lguest to create a new guest. I highly recommend trying it out because lguest is incredibly easy to set up and use. Its advantages are noteworthy: I can boot kernels for testing in under a second, which is about ten times faster than qemu and a hundred times quicker than traditional boot methods. Furthermore, by utilizing a pty for console access, you can perform operations like piping outputs through grep. Lguest includes a full kernel patch, featuring the launcher, and is compatible with versions 2.6.23-git13 and newer. The main purpose of lguest is to maintain the isolation of guests, preventing them from directly accessing the host system, except via virtual devices provided by the host, even in cases where the guest may pose a security threat. However, a potentially dangerous guest kernel can still pin host memory, but this is restricted to the amount allocated for the guest itself. While many images are set up to create virtual consoles such as (/dev/tty0, etc.), lguest designates its console as /dev/hvc0, which enhances its functionality. This unique console setup, along with its rapid boot times, makes lguest an invaluable resource for developers looking to efficiently test kernel modifications without the complexities associated with full virtualization environments. Thus, lguest stands out as both a practical tool for quick testing and a means to ensure the integrity of the host system.

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Per CPU socket
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Supported Platforms

On-Prem
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Supported Platforms

Linux

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Company Facts

Organization Name

Software-Hub

Company Website

phillux.software-hub.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

Lguest

Company Location

Australia

Company Website

lguest.ozlabs.org

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Server Virtualization

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