Machine Images in Thalassa Cloud
Machine Images in Thalassa Cloud serve as templates for deploying virtual machines. These images contain an operating system and can include pre-configured applications, security settings, and initialization scripts. Machine images enable fast and consistent provisioning of new instances.
Machine Image Capabilities
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| Pre-configured OS | Images come with a pre-installed operating system, including supported Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, and CentOS. Windows Server has been successfully deployed but is not officially supported. |
| Custom Images | Users can create and manage custom images to standardize deployments across their infrastructure. |
| Cloud-init Support | Machine images support cloud-init, allowing automated instance configuration at boot time. |
| Optimized Performance | Images are optimized for fast boot times and efficient resource usage. |
Using Machine Images
When launching a new virtual machine, users must select a machine image that defines the base operating system and any pre-installed software. Machine images ensure consistency across deployments and streamline instance provisioning.