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# Container Optimized Image

A _Container Optimized Image_ is a VM [image](../../compute/concepts/image.md) optimized for running Docker containers. The image includes: Ubuntu LTS, Docker, and a daemon for running Docker containers.

The image is integrated with Yandex Cloud, enabling you to:
* Run a Docker container immediately after you have created the VM from the management console or CLI.
* Update running Docker containers with minimum downtime.
* Access the open network ports of a Docker container without any additional settings.

To learn more about working with a Container Optimized Image, see [Creating a VM from a Container Optimized Image](../tutorials/vm-create.md).