BellSoft is a United States-based company established in 2017, operating within the business services sector, specifically focusing on custom software and IT services. With a workforce of 11 to 50 employees and reported revenue of approximately $7.7 million, the company specializes in developing software solutions that enhance operational efficiency. A key offering from BellSoft is Alpaquita Linux, an operating system designed for efficient containerized applications, which is part of the Alpaquita Cloud Native Platform. This OS is built on Alpine Linux and aims to provide a secure, performant, and convenient environment for deploying Java applications and other use cases. Alpaquita Linux is characterized by its small base image size, faster application startup times, and enhanced security features, making it suitable for both server and cloud environments. The platform supports various virtualization and cloud technologies, allowing for the creation of microcontainers and customized images for development in Java, Python, and C/C++. BellSoft emphasizes quality enterprise support and continuous improvements to its offerings.