A module can be seen as a higher-order organizational unit. It bundles up classes and defined types that contribute to a common management goal (specific system aspects or a piece of software, for example). These manifests are not all that is organized through modules; most modules also bundle files and file templates. There can also be several kinds of Puppet plugins in a module. This section will explain these different parts of a module and show you where they are located. You will also learn about the means of module documentation and how to obtain existing modules for your own use.
The contents of Puppet's modules
Parts of a module
For most modules, manifests form the most important part - the core functionality...
