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# Talos OS

Canonical: https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2052039/talos-os

> Talos OS is an immutable and secure Kubernetes operating system. The trust of an IT infrastructure designed with security at the core.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Key benefits of Talos OS

•	A minimal OS means less vulnerabilities. Less to attack. Less to audit.
•	API managed means robust and powerful automation. Whether you manage one node or 1000 clusters, it just as easy.
•	Talos OS installs and updates Kubernetes clusters in minutes, making it easy to stay current and avoid CVEs. 
•	Embedded best practices provide guidance in managing and upgrading clusters.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Sidero Labs

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**:  (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Please contact Sidero Labs for pricing details.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Linux (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- API
- Configuration Management
- Data Security
- For Developers
- Kernels
- System Updates
- User Interface

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- 24/7 (Live rep)
- Chat

## Category

- [Data Centre Management Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/277/data-center-management/software)

## Related Categories

- [Data Centre Management Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/277/data-center-management/software)
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- [Virtualization Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/649/virtualization/software)
- [Operating Systems](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/3774/operating-systems/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Oracle Linux](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2047044/oracle-linux) — 4.4/5 (18 reviews)
2. [VxWorks](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2056609/vxworks) (0 reviews)
3. [Linux Mint](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2047039/linux-mint) — 4.8/5 (52 reviews)
4. [Ubuntu](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2047040/ubuntu) — 4.7/5 (122 reviews)
5. [CentOS Linux](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2047042/centos-linux) — 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Great purpose-built Kubernetes OS for bare metal" — 5.0/5

> **Gerard** | *15 October 2021* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Talos OS only runs Kubernetes and nothing more, which fits the Linux philosophy 'do one thing and do it well'.
There is no SSH, no shell and no package manager, which is great from a security perspective. 
Sidero labs also publishes a neat 'talosctl' CLI for reading logs and system info for all your debugging needs.
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> **Cons**: There is currently (version 0.12.3) limited support for hardware, only in-tree kernel drivers are supported.
Most mainstream devices work out-of-the-box, but more exoctic hardware is harder to get working.
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> Talos OS is a perfect fit when you want to run Kubernetes on bare metal.
Installation and configuration is fully declarative and relatively easy compared to other server OSes.
OS upgrades are done automatically and safely, which saves a lot of recurring maintenance.

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