Description: Orphan containers are those containers that have been created in a virtualization environment but are no longer associated with any running application or service. This can happen for various reasons, such as the deletion of the application that was using them, system failures that prevent their proper management, or simply poor handling in container orchestration. These containers, although inactive, occupy space in the system and can create confusion in resource management. Identifying and managing orphan containers is crucial to maintaining a clean and efficient environment, as their accumulation can lead to unnecessary resource usage and complicate monitoring of the status of active containers. In the context of container environments, managing these orphan containers becomes even more relevant, as the goal is to optimize performance and security. Removing or recovering these containers is a recommended practice to ensure that the system operates optimally and that resources are used effectively.
