I think whether Docker adds value (1) and how to capture the value (2) are separate questions. This response was the value it adds. I think it adds a tremendous

I think whether Docker adds value (1) and how to capture the value (2) are separate questions. This response was the value it adds. I think it adds a tremendous amount of value, and widespread academic and corporate usage speaks to that. To your point, they also need to capture that value, because it would be a pity to lose Docker. I cover that in the thread of how they profit with one idea: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=25326062 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=25326062 There are other potential ideas -- marketplaces, indemnification services, security services. I hope they figure something out.