How to Install and Use containerd
To install and use containerd, you can follow these steps:
- Install dependencies: containerd relies on runc and CNI (Container Network Interface). Therefore, make sure these components are already installed on your system first.
- Download and install containerd: You can get the latest version of the binary file from the GitHub repository of containerd (https://github.com/containerd/containerd). Choose the appropriate version based on your operating system and then proceed with the download and installation.
- Configure containerd: containerd uses a configuration file named containerd.toml. You can create this file and configure it as needed. More information about configuration options can be found in the containerd documentation.
- Start containerd: Initiate the containerd process using a command line or system service management tool (such as systemd).
- With containerd, you can manage and run containers once it’s up and running. The tool provides a command-line tool called ctr, which allows you to perform various container operations such as creating, starting, stopping, and deleting containers.
This is the basic installation and usage method of containerd. The specific steps may vary depending on your operating system and environment, so please refer to the official documentation for more detailed information.