Apache Karaf vs. Servicemix

Question

Is anyone using Karaf instead of Servicemix? If so, how did you come to this decision? I\'m aware that Servicemix adds a layer of functionality around Karaf, just curious if K

Answer 1

Karaf does NOT come with CXF.

Its pure extracted kernel of ServiceMix. However, you can install CXF on Karaf as below.

karaf:root()> feature:repo:add cxf

Once the feature URL is added we can see the "provided" features by using the following command.

karaf:root()> feature:repo:feature:list | grep cxf

To install cxf fire the command below

karaf:root()> feature:install cxf