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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

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System Requirements

Version ↓
#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

Written in

Ruby

Initial Release

2005

Alternatives

Server Management Tool
Progress Chef   Minishift   Ansible   Pulumi IaC   Terraform by HashiCorp   Podman