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Puppet

Modern Infrastructure Management

Regularly recurring tasks such as package installations, configuration changes or computer installations are only described centrally and then rolled out.

Puppet

Configuration Management with Puppet

Even in large environments, servers, networks and applications, are often still managed manually. This is not only uneconomical and inefficient, but also very error prone.

The solution to this problem is called automation with Puppet: Regularly recurring tasks, such as package installations, configuration changes or computer installations are only described centrally and then rolled out.

Flexible. Scalable. Sustainable.

Centralisized configuration

With Puppet, the configuration changes are described and stored at a central location, the so-called Puppetmaster.

Puppet distributes these files to its clients and converts the desired changes to the affected servers regardless of the operating system.

For every environment

Puppet is suitable for both small and very large networks. While it can be used locally in small environments, it offers a client-server mode for larger ones.

The central Puppet server distributes the configuration to its clients via an SSL-based protocol and then accepts the logs for reporting.

Reusable

Internally, Puppet uses its own declarative language to describe the configuration of a target system. This makes it easy to roll out the configuration on other systems without having to change a single line of the meta-configuration in Puppet.

Also possible mistakes can be understood later even easier.

Features

Puppet abstracts the existing environment

Puppet can perform various admin tasks, such as creating a user, changing configuration files, or installing software on very different servers, even if these servers are running different operating systems.

By using a provider, the generic tasks are converted into the real commands for the respective system.

More time for yourself

Whether used on a small and heterogeneous network of workstations or in large, homogenous cluster environments, Puppet helps you avoid the hassles of routine chores.

All these time-consuming tasks can be automated with Puppet, effectively leaving more time to take care of the real tasks or projects.

Inventory included

Puppet uses Facter, a validation tool that automatically creates a profile of all hosts managed by Puppet. The collected data is made available to Puppet scripts as variables.

As a result, the systems can be automatically divided into different classes, such as network, host name, operating system or hardware, without having to maintain this information manually.

Starter Packs

The simple beginning of something big

With our starter packs, we want to simplify the entry into the configuration management with Puppet and provide a cost-effective way to get to know the open source system. Without first having to go into large financial advance, as is often the case with commercial products.

One of our experienced consultants comes on site for 4 or 7 days, sets up the system directly on site and provides the basics for further operations. The package is settled at a fixed price and there are no additional costs, as we rely on Puppet Open Source for implementation.

Puppet Starter Pack Standard

  • Training Fundamentals for Puppet (3 days for 3 attendees – more attendees possible) *
  • Workshop for the conception of the configuration management
  • Installation of Puppet Master based on a jointly developed architecture
  • Setting up a Git version control system
  • Joint creation of basic modules for the respective environment (SSH, MTA etc.)
  • Joint creation of extended, more complex modules according to customer requirements (Apache, NRPE etc.)

Puppet Starter Pack Premium

  • Training Fundamentals for Puppet (3 days for 3 attendees – more attendees possible) *
  • Workshop for the conception of the configuration management
  • Installation of Puppet Master based on a jointly developed architecture
  • Setting up a Git version control system
  • Joint creation of basic modules for the respective environment (SSH, MTA etc.)
  • Joint creation of extended, more complex modules according to customer requirements (Apache, NRPE etc.)
* The training is the scope of the Fundamentals for Puppet training and will be carried out on-site (including student notebooks, training material and certificates)

Integration into Foreman

Foreman – the lifecycle management tool for physical and virtual servers. The “Foreman” is an open source project that supports administrators in managing their systems throughout their time of use (lifecycle), from provisioning and configuration to orchestration and monitoring.

Subscriptions

Puppet Enterprise

Puppet Enterprise is the industry standard for IT automation and as a Puppet partner we offer all subscriptions tailored to your environment.

We would be happy to make you an offer in cooperation with Puppet, just contact us!

Service

Puppet Consulting

We help you with the conception, installation and integration of your environment – for more power, know-how, peace of mind!

Power

Years of experience

We have been supporting our customers in operating their IT infrastructures for many years. Industries, tools, operating systems – we’ve seen, operated and built everything. We know the best practices with Puppet, Ansible & Co. and many topics related to Open Source and Linux.

Know How

Full Understanding

We not only understand your IT systems and services, but the big picture and the countless aspects of operating complex IT infrastructures. There is often a lack of time and personnel with increasing complexity and a rapidly changing IT world.

Peace of Mind

Targeted Reinforcement

As Linux generalists and open source experts, we have a broad base and are well integrated into the open source communities. With us you are never alone! Whether as an IT consultant, engineer, support or architect – we strengthen your team and relieve you of work.

Everything from a single source

The holistic portfolio of NETWAYS

You need support with the planning, implementation and operation of your Puppet environment. NETWAYS supports you in all matters relating to consulting, outsourcing and, of course, training.

IT Outsourcing

As an external IT department, we take over the complete operation of entire environments. We take care of all the necessary systems from the open source world and work with you.

Support

With us you get quick help from your personal systems engineer. Whether by phone, chat, email or ticket: we are always there for you! Puppet not doing what it’s supposed to? Get it contact with us!

Trainings

We are happy to pass on our extensive and profound practical knowledge to you in our training courses and workshops. Of course, as face-to-face and of course online training.

News

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