Cinder (software)

Cinder is an open-source software project that acts as a block storage service for cloud computing environments, particularly within OpenStack. It allows users to create, manage, and attach storage volumes to virtual machines. Think of it like a virtual hard drive that can be dynamically added or removed as needed, enabling flexibility and efficient use of computing resources. Cinder supports various storage backends, allowing organizations to tailor their storage solutions to fit specific needs, enhancing performance and scalability in cloud architectures.