Installing Docker on CentOS
Are you looking to get started with Docker on CentOS? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing Docker on a CentOS machine. Docker is a popular platform that allows you to automate the deployment of applications inside software containers.
Before you get started, make sure you have a CentOS machine with root access. Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Update Yum Package Manager
Before installing Docker, it’s a good idea to update the Yum package manager to ensure you have the latest version of all software packages.
yum update
Step 2: Install Docker Dependencies
Next, you need to install the required dependencies for Docker to run smoothly on CentOS. Use the following command:
yum install -y yum-utils device-mapper-persistent-data lvm2
Step 3: Set up Docker Repository
Now, you need to set up the Docker repository on your CentOS machine. Use the following command:
yum-config-manager --add-repo https://download.docker.com/linux/centos/docker-ce.repo
Step 4: Install Docker
Finally, it’s time to install Docker on your CentOS machine. Use the following command:
yum install docker-ce
After the installation is complete, start the Docker service and enable it to launch at boot:
systemctl start dockersystemctl enable docker
That’s it! Docker is now installed on your CentOS machine. You can verify the installation by running the following command:
docker --version
You are now ready to start using Docker on CentOS. Happy containerizing!