Cfengine
About
CFEngine is a configuration management and automation framework that lets you securely manage your mission critical IT infrastructure. Originating from Norway, it offers features like suggesting and voting on features, and configuration options. It is licensed as Free and Open Source. CFEngine supports Mac (POSIX or Nearly-POSIX Compatibility) and potentially Windows, and is tagged with System Administration, it-infrastructure, and data-center-automation. The platform maintains a presence on GitHub and Twitter. User reviews indicate varied opinions on its alternatives, with mentions of Rudder and NexentaStor.
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User Reviews
50 reviews
Positive
Pros
Scalability
Lightweight agent
Full control
Easy to use
Fast automation
Strong business value
Good customization
Unique features
Cons
Steep learning curve
Complex language
Poor documentation
Low market visibility
Limited job mobility
Aggressive marketing needed
Lacking orchestration
No Posix groups management
Key Themes
Configuration management
Automation
Ease of use
Scalability
Learning curve
Market presence