ceph

Ceph is a powerful command line tool used for managing distributed storage clusters. It provides a unified, scalable, and highly reliable storage solution for cloud computing and data-intensive applications. Ceph uses an object-based storage system, where data is stored as objects with unique identifiers (OIDs). This tool is designed to work over a wide range of hardware and network configurations, making it highly flexible and adaptable. Ceph's architecture is based on a distributed design, distributing data across multiple nodes in the cluster to ensure high availability and fault tolerance. With Ceph, data placement and rebalancing are automated, allowing for efficient usage of storage resources. The command line interface for Ceph provides administrators and users with a wide range of functionalities, including cluster management, monitoring, and data manipulation. Ceph's RADOS (Reliable Autonomic Distributed Object Store) serves as the underlying storage layer, providing fault tolerance and data durability. It supports various storage types, including block storage, object storage, and file storage, making it suitable for different use cases. Ceph is an open-source project that is actively developed and supported by a vibrant community, ensuring continuous improvement and innovation.