AlloyDB Omni for containers is a downloadable database software package that offers a downloadable version of AlloyDB for PostgreSQL for deployment in a standalone instance in your environment. While sharing core components with the fully-managed AlloyDB for PostgreSQL service on Google Cloud, AlloyDB Omni uses the standard file system interface used by PostgreSQL, as opposed to AlloyDB for PostgreSQL's cloud-native storage layer.
AlloyDB Omni for containers acts like a highly optimized, self-managing PostgreSQL database that brings Google Cloud's performance and AI capabilities to your local or private cloud infrastructure, offering flexibility and powerful features.
Use this deployment model when you need the power of AlloyDB Omni for a single application or for development purposes, especially in environments where Kubernetes isn't available or necessary. You can also use AlloyDB Omni on containers when you need a database that can operate offline or can be located close to users to minimize latency.
What's next
- Learn more about AlloyDB Omni for containers .
- Learn about available download and installation options .
- Plan your AlloyDB Omni for containers installation .
