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TECH BASICS, CODEX
Getting Started with Ansible
This post outlines details regarding Ansible an automation tool. It assumes that you have good understanding of Linux and concepts of DevOps.
Configuration management
Configuration management refers to the task or process, in which we track and control changes to a managed systems, keeping integrity in place. Managed systems can include software, servers, infrastructure components, etc.
Doubt: What will happen if we do not have CM?
Modern IT systems are often deployed in a large-scale manner including on cloud and on-premises using automation. Think about what will happen, if we can not keep track of configuration! Furthermore, it can lead to increased risk if we do it manually.
Doubt: What is the Benefit of CM?
The primary benefit of configuration management is the consistency of managed systems. If we have an automated system in place to take care of CM, then you can sleep peacefully.
Doubt: What are the Options?
Ansible, Chef, Puppet, etc.
Configuration management and change management both are not similar.
