What is the difference between the docker, docker-latest, and the upstream packages?

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Issue

  • There are multiple packages for the docker container runtime available. What are the differences between them?
  • I want to use a version of docker that is closer to the current upstream release, what are my options?

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux Atomic Host

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