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cdist vs Foreman

A side-by-side look at cdist and Foreman. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

cdist

cdist

System & Hardware

cdist is an open source configuration management tool written in Python. It allows system administrators to define the configuration of servers and deploy it to multiple machines in parallel. cdist works by running small scripts called 'manifests' on remote hosts.

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Foreman

Foreman

Network & Admin

Foreman is an open source systems management tool that helps administrators automate repetitive tasks, deploy applications, and manage servers throughout their lifecycle. It provides comprehensive visibility into IT assets through monitoring and reporting.

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