--- title: Software Stack sidebar_position: 2 --- ### ThreeFold Zero-OS Zero-OS forms the foundation of AIBox's software architecture. Unlike traditional operating systems, it's a minimalist, security-focused platform optimized specifically for AI workloads and distributed computing. Key features: - Bare metal operating system with minimal overhead - Zero overhead virtualization - Secure boot process - Automated resource management This specialized operating system ensures maximum performance and security while eliminating unnecessary services and potential vulnerabilities. ### Mycelium Network Integration The Mycelium Network integration transforms your AIBox from a standalone system into a node in a powerful distributed computing network based on peer-to-peer and end-to-end encrypted communication always choosing the shortest path. ### Pre-installed AI Frameworks Your AIBox comes ready for development with a comprehensive AI software stack: - ROCm 5.7+ ML stack - PyTorch 2.1+ with GPU optimization - TensorFlow 2.14+ - Pre-built container images