IPFW
5.9#11 in server virtualization softwareFree planFree planSelf-hosted
VisitIPFW vs oVirt
What both publish
| Fact | IPFW | oVirt |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | ipfw is the user interface for controlling the FreeBSD firewall, dummynet traffic shaper and packet scheduler, and in-kernel NAT services. | oVirt is a free open-source distributed virtualization solution designed to manage enterprise infrastructure. |
IPFW plans
- IPFWFree
oVirt plans
- Community editionFree
Pick IPFW if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick oVirt if…
oVirt suits organizations managing enterprise infrastructure that can install and operate a self-hosted virtualization system. It is also relevant to teams needing APIs, automation tools, or centralized storage choices.