Innovations in Daemonless Container Runtimes

This chapter explores the development and functionalities of Podman as a standalone container runtime, focusing on its daemonless architecture that enhances security and efficiency. It discusses the challenges and benefits of managing containers without a traditional daemon, emphasizing the importance of minimizing privileges to reduce security risks. The chapter also covers the intricacies of container image management, highlighting best practices for building and customizing container images to suit various application needs.