Disadvantages of Docker CLI
- Learning Curve: It might be difficult for beginner programmers to use
- Security: Since it is generally run in root mode, might lead to un-intended side effects.
- Limited Visual feedback: Difficult to run and use applications that need constant visual feedback.
- Debugging: It can be harder to debug issues without visual aids.
- Manual Updates: Users need to manually update Docker CLI to get the latest features and security patches.
Docker CLI vs Docker Desktop
Docker is an open-source platform. It is used to containerize applications. This is done by packaging applications along with their dependencies into containers that can be easily deployed. Users interact with Docker primarily using either the Docker CLI or the Docker Desktop Application.
In this article, we’ll be looking into each one in detail and then understanding their similarities and differences.