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Puppet

A tool for managing and automating server configurations using a declarative language to define the desired state of systems

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+AutomationAutomates repetitive IT tasks, saving time and reducing human error
+Declarative LanguageUses a domain-specific language to define the desired state of systems
+IdempotencyEnsures that configurations can be safely applied multiple times
+Infrastructure as CodeAllows infrastructure to be managed as code, improves consistency, reduces risk, and facilitates collaboration
+ScalabilityScales to manage large infrastructures, from small businesses to large enterprises with thousands of servers
+ReportingOffers graphical reporting for real-time visibility into infrastructure changes
+Client-Server ArchitectureUses a client-server model for managing configurations
+Resource AbstractionAbstracts system resources for easier management
+Environment ManagementManages different environments for development, testing, and production
+Version Control IntegrationIntegrates with version control systems for code management
+OrchestrationOrchestrates complex workflows and dependencies
-ComplexityConfiguration language and setup can be complex, making it challenging for users without a programming background
-Agent-Based ModelThe agent-based architecture might not be suitable for environments where agents are undesirable or difficult to deploy
-Performance OverheadThe agent-based model can introduce performance overhead, especially in large-scale environments
-Learning CurveAdvanced features can lead to a steeper learning curve for newcomers, potentially requiring additional time for mastery

Platform

Desktop

Social

System Requirements

#MinimumRecommended
1
Operating system supporting at least 32-bit CPU architecture, details
Operating system supporting at least 64-bit COU architecture, details
2
  • 2 cores (Trial use)
  • 6 cores (11-100 nodes)
  • 8 cores (101-500 nodes)
  • 10 cores (501-1000 nodes)
  • 12 cores (1000-2500 nodes)
  • 6 to 16 cores (2500-20000 nodes)
  • 6 to 16 cores (20000+ nodes)
3
  • 8 GB (Trial use)
  • 10 GB (11-100 nodes)
  • 12 GB (101-500 nodes)
  • 16 GB (501-1000 nodes)
  • 24 GB (1000-2500 nodes)
  • 12 to 32 GB (2500-20000 nodes)
  • 12 to 128 GB (20000+ nodes)
4
  • 20 GB (Trial use)
  • 50 GB (11-2500 nodes)
  • 30 to 150 GB (2500-20000 nodes)
  • 30 to 300 GB (20000+ nodes)
5
  • 24 GB (Trail use)
  • 24 GB (11-2500 nodes)
  • 2 to 10 GB (2500-20000 nodes)
  • 2 to 10 GB (20000+ nodes)
#Minimum
1
Operating systems supporting 64-bit CPU architecture
2
  • 1 core
  • 2.4 to 2.5 GHz Based on internal testing,
  • 2 cores (Dozens)
  • 2 to 4 cores (1000)
3

0.5 to 1 GB Based on internal testing,

  • 1 GB (Dozens)
  • 4 GB (1000)

Ratings

4.35
5

Capterra
4.4
5
based on 24 reviews
G2CROWD
4.2
5
based on 43 reviews
TrustRadius
8.9
10
based on 53 reviews

Developer

Written in

Ruby

Initial Release

2005

Repository

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