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educationApr 23, 202623:34pending
Course 31 - Dive Into Docker | Episode 4: Editions, Versioning, and Installation Guide
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In this lesson, you’ll learn about: Docker editions, versioning, and installation strategies1. Docker Editions (CE vs EE)
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- Docker is available in two main editions:
- Free and open-source
- Suitable for:
- Individual developers
- Small teams
- Production workloads in many cases
- Paid version
- Includes:
- Official support
- Certified images
- Advanced security features (e.g., vulnerability scanning)
- Docker uses date-based versioning:
- Example: 17.03 → March 2017
- Benefit:
- Easier to track release timelines
- Monthly releases
- Latest features
- Ideal for experimentation
- Quarterly releases
- More reliable and tested
- Recommended for production
- Available on:
- Windows
- macOS
- Uses:
- Hyper-V (Windows)
- HyperKit (Mac)
- Advantages:
- Runs on localhost
- Easy setup and integration
- Best overall user experience
- Designed for:
- Older systems
- Older Windows Home setups
- Uses:
- VirtualBox
- Limitations:
- Requires using a local IP address instead of localhost
- More complex configuration
- Docker Desktop
- Better usability
- Strong OS integration
- Docker Toolbox
- May offer better performance in some file-mount scenarios
- Less convenient overall
- If both commands run successfully → your environment is ready ✅
- Choosing the right edition and setup:
- Saves time
- Avoids compatibility issues
- Improves performance
- Essential before:
- Running containers
- Building images
- Starting real-world projects
- Docker CE is sufficient for most users
- Stable channel is best for production
- Docker Desktop is the modern default choice
- Toolbox is outdated but still usable in limited cases
- Always verify installation before starting
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