Windows Containers
The latest Windows Containers coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Sets September 2026 Deadline for Windows Network Policy Manager in AKS, Leaving Users Three Migration Paths
Microsoft has confirmed that Azure Network Policy Manager (NPM) on Windows nodes in Azure Kubernetes Service will lose support on September 30, 2026. For many Windows container teams, the retirement...
Tipalti Cuts 60% Cost Moving .NET Framework Monolith to Windows Containers on EKS
Tipalti’s payment-processing engine, a towering .NET Framework 4.7 monolith that once powered millions of transactions from bare Amazon EC2 instances, has undergone a quiet but radical...
WinBoat Revolution: Running Windows Apps as Native Linux Windows in Containers
The boundaries between operating systems are becoming increasingly porous, and WinBoat represents one of the most ambitious attempts yet to bridge the Windows-Linux divide. This innovative...
Containerized Windows Desktop: Running Full Windows in Docker with QEMU/KVM
The concept of running a full Windows desktop environment inside a Docker container represents one of the most innovative developments in containerization technology. By leveraging QEMU/KVM...
Beta Tool WinBoat Runs Full Windows on Linux via Docker, but Expect Setup Hurdles
For years, Linux users needing Windows applications have relied on compatibility layers like Wine or full virtual machines. A new open-source project called WinBoat takes a different route: it runs...
12 Docker Alternatives for 2025: Top Containerization Tools Compared
Docker revolutionized software development by introducing containerization—a lightweight, portable way to package applications. However, as the tech landscape evolves in 2025, developers now have a...
Docker Desktop Now Available on Microsoft Store: Enhancing Container Management for Windows Developers
Introduction Docker Desktop's recent availability on the Microsoft Store marks a significant advancement in container management for Windows developers and IT administrators. This integration...
Microsoft Releases Emergency Updates to Resolve Windows Server Container Launch Failures
Microsoft Releases Emergency Updates to Resolve Windows Server Container Launch Failures Date: April 17, 2025 Author: [Your Name] Overview Microsoft has issued emergency out-of-band (OOB) updates...
Podman Desktop Brings Rootless Containers and Kubernetes to Windows 11
For Windows 11 users diving into the world of containerization, Podman Desktop offers a compelling, secure, and flexible solution that’s gaining traction among developers, DevOps professionals, and...
Comprehensive Guide to Configuring NTP on Windows Server
Introduction In the digital era, precise time synchronization is crucial for networked systems. Accurate timestamps are essential for logging events, authenticating users, and ensuring seamless...