What is the difference between SIGTERM and SIGKILL in container shutdown and why does it matter for data integrity?

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What is the difference between SIGTERM and SIGKILL in container shutdown and why does it matter for data integrity?

Key points

  • SIGTERM enables applications to clean up before exiting
  • SIGKILL stops the process immediately without allowing cleanup
  • Handling SIGTERM is crucial for data integrity
  • SIGKILL should be used as a last resort

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