Apache Spark is an open-source distributed computing system that provides a unified analytics engine for large-scale data processing. It is designed to be fast, flexible, and suitable for a wide range of applications, including data analytics, machine learning, graph processing, and more. Spark offers high-level APIs in languages like Java, Scala, Python, and R, enabling developers to build sophisticated, parallelized applications. Apache Spark is a powerful open-source distributed computing system provided as-is without any warranty. Users are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review and understand the software's capabilities, limitations, and security considerations before implementing it. Usage of Apache Spark or any modifications made to it are entirely at the user's own risk. This VM image features the latest version of Apache Spark 3.5.0, installed on a highly secure, OpenSUSE-based environment. Tailored for enterprises that demand both performance and security, this VM is your gateway to processing large-scale data with speed and efficiency. The VM can be run as both master and worker mode. Key Features: Optimized Performance: Harness the full power of Apache Spark 3.5.0, fine-tuned for peak performance, enabling lightning-fast data processing, analytics, and machine learning. Robust Security: Built on a hardened OpenSUSE platform, ensuring a secure and reliable environment for your sensitive data operations. Regular security updates and best practices in system configuration are at the core of our offering. Ideal for: Large-scale data processing Real-time analytics Machine learning and AI projects Secure data operations in regulated industries