BellSoft

BellSoft provides a suite of software products designed to simplify and enhance Java application development, deployment, and runtime management. As a major contributor to the OpenJDK project, the company delivers tools that address performance, security, and portability across diverse computing environments. Central to its offerings is Liberica JDK, a TCK-verified Java runtime that balances performance and security for any environment—from desktops to cloud servers, containers, and embedded systems. Liberica JDK is available in multiple builds (Standard, Full, Lite) to suit different needs, such as JavaFX support or minimal footprint. For modern cloud-native architectures, BellSoft offers Alpaquita Linux, a minimal, secure operating system base optimized for containers, virtual machines, and bare metal deployments. It includes Musl and Glibc variants and integrates with BellSoft’s hardened container images to achieve near-zero CVE counts. Another key tool is Liberica Native Image Kit (NIK), which transforms Java applications into fast, lightweight native executables using ahead-of-time compilation. NIK reduces startup time and memory consumption, making it ideal for serverless, microservices, and edge deployments. BellSoft also provides prebuilt container images with Liberica JDK Lite combined with popular Linux distributions (e.g., Alpine, Ubuntu) to enable quick containerization without manual configuration. For organizations that require hardened environments, BellSoft Hardened Images cover Java, Go, Python, and C runtimes with minimal vulnerabilities, helping teams meet security compliance. Additionally, BellSoft offers subscription-based support plans for OpenJDK, including LTS versions, patch updates, and priority incident assistance. The company’s tools are used