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OpenComputer

About OpenComputer
OpenComputer is a cloud platform designed for deploying AI agents as TypeScript functions running on isolated Linux microVMs. Developers write agents as simple functions and deploy them in seconds using a CLI, with the platform handling the execution loop, sessions, streaming, and versioning. Each agent session operates on a dedicated Linux machine with full shell access, filesystem, package management, and network egress, enabling agents to perform tasks like cloning repositories, running FFmpeg, or driving headless browsers. Sessions are durable, supporting streaming, mid-run steering, hibernation, and resumption, which allows agents to pause and resume workflows without losing state. Security is reinforced by injecting API keys only after requests leave the sandbox, ensuring credentials remain inaccessible to the agent runtime. The platform also offers bare sandbox compute for teams preferring to implement their own agent loops, providing flexibility in deployment approaches. OpenComputer abstracts infrastructure management while delivering hardware-level isolation, making it suitable for production-grade agent deployments with minimal operational overhead.
Key features
- Deploy AI agents as TypeScript functions
- Run agents on isolated Linux microVM sandboxes
- Hardware-level isolation for security
- Built-in hooks for models, tools, and MCP servers
- CLI-based deployment in seconds
- Durable sessions with streaming, hibernation, and resumption
- Secure API key injection after sandbox exit
- Bare sandbox compute for custom agent loops
- Shell access, filesystem, and network egress per session
- Supports hardware-level isolation
Use cases
- Building and deploying AI agents in TypeScript
- Running secure, isolated agent sessions on Linux VMs
- Developing MCP server integrations with hardware isolation
Pros
- Hardware-level isolation with full Linux microVM sandboxes for each agent session
- Secrets injected securely after requests leave the sandbox, preventing runtime exposure
- Durable sessions with streaming, hibernation, and resumption capabilities
- Built-in support for models, tools, and MCP servers within the agent function
- Flexible deployment options including bare sandboxes for custom agent loops
Cons
- Requires familiarity with TypeScript for agent development
- Costs scale with machine time and model call usage
- Limited to Linux-based environments for agent execution
Frequently asked questions about OpenComputer
What is OpenComputer and what does it do?
OpenComputer is a cloud platform that lets developers deploy AI agents as TypeScript functions running on isolated Linux microVMs. It handles the execution loop, sessions, streaming, and infrastructure, allowing agents to perform tasks like file operations, network requests, and tool usage with hardware-level isolation.
Who is OpenComputer designed for?
The platform is designed for developers and teams building production-grade AI agents that require secure, isolated execution environments with full Linux capabilities. It suits use cases involving tool integration, MCP servers, and durable session management.
How does OpenComputer handle secrets and security?
Secrets are injected securely after requests leave the sandbox, ensuring agents cannot read or exfiltrate credentials. Each secret is bound to a specific origin, and the agent interacts with services using tokens without ever accessing the raw keys.
What deployment options does OpenComputer offer?
Agents can be deployed as TypeScript functions with built-in hooks for models, tools, and MCP servers. Alternatively, teams can use bare sandboxes to bring their own agent loops or runtimes, providing flexibility for different deployment needs.
How do I get started with OpenComputer?
Install the OpenComputer CLI, sign in, and deploy an agent by writing a TypeScript function. The platform provides a quickstart guide and examples to help users create and deploy their first agent in minutes.
What is the pricing model for OpenComputer?
OpenComputer operates on a pay-as-you-go model with prepaid usage credits. Costs are based on machine time billed per second and model calls passed through at API rates, with options to bring your own model subscriptions to reduce costs.
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