Glossary
Comprehensive glossary of cloud-native, Kubernetes, and software distribution terminology
Air-Gapped Network Definition: Complete Security Guide for 2025
Understanding air-gapped systems, networks, and environments—and how to distribute software to them
BYOC (Bring Your Own Cloud): Complete Guide
Complete guide to BYOC (Bring Your Own Cloud): what it means, how it works, BYOC vs SaaS vs self-managed, architecture, benefits, challenges, and when to use BYOC for software distribution and data services.
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)
Understanding CVEs: What they are, how they work, and their critical role in cybersecurity and vulnerability management.
Docker Registry & Container Registry Explained (2025)
Complete guide to container registries and Docker registries: what they are, how they work, public vs private registries, OCI compliance, security best practices, and choosing the right registry for CI/CD, software distribution, and air-gapped deployments.
Helm Chart
Understanding Helm charts, their role in Kubernetes package management, and how they simplify the process of deploying, managing, and scaling applications
Independent Software Vendor (ISV) - Complete 2025 Guide
Learn what ISV (Independent Software Vendor) means, see ISV examples like Salesforce & Adobe, understand ISV partners, certification, and how ISVs distribute software across cloud, on-premises & air-gapped environments.
Kubernetes
Understanding the Kubernetes platform, its architecture, and its role in modern application deployment
On-Premises Definition
Understanding on-premises (on-prem) deployment for software vendors and enterprises in 2025
SaaS Definition
Understanding the Software as a Service deployment model definition and explanation
Self Managed Software
Understanding the Self-Managed software deployment model
Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs)
Discover what SBOMs are, their importance, and their role in software security supply chains.
Software Distribution Platform: Complete Guide (2025)
Complete guide to software distribution platforms: what they are, vendor-to-customer vs IT admin tools, key features, distribution methods for on-premises, air-gapped, BYOC, and self-managed customer deployments.
Software License Management
Find out what Software License Management is, why it is important, and how to track software licenses effectively.
Vulnerability Scanning
Understanding how vulnerability scanning identifies security weaknesses, its types, benefits, and role in a comprehensive security strategy