Jailhouse
A Linux-based partitioning hypervisor that runs bare-metal applications or adapted operating systems alongside Linux in isolated cells.
What is Jailhouse?
Jailhouse is a Linux-based partitioning hypervisor that enables running bare-metal applications or adapted operating systems alongside Linux on the same hardware. It creates isolated domains called "cells" by configuring CPU and device virtualization features, ensuring they cannot interfere with each other. Unlike traditional hypervisors, it focuses on simplicity and deterministic resource allocation rather than overcommitment.
System developers and embedded engineers working on mixed-criticality systems, real-time applications, or security-sensitive environments requiring hardware-level isolation between components.
Developers choose Jailhouse for its simplicity, deterministic behavior, and ability to run bare-metal applications alongside Linux without the complexity of full-featured hypervisors. Its Linux-managed interface makes it easier to deploy than traditional bare-metal hypervisors.
Overview
Linux-based partitioning hypervisor
Use Cases
Best For
- Running real-time applications alongside Linux on shared hardware
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