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Bridge network

A Docker bridge network connects containers on the same Docker host through a software bridge. User-defined bridges provide name-based discovery, network isolation, and configurable settings; they are preferred over the default bridge.

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Syntax

docker network create [OPTIONS] NETWORK
docker network connect NETWORK CONTAINER
docker network disconnect NETWORK CONTAINER
docker network rm NETWORK

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  • default bridge network
  • user-defined bridge network
  • docker network create
  • docker network connect
  • docker network disconnect
  • port publishing
  • overlay network

Source: Bridge network driver. Checked 2026-11-03.