# Middleware

This section focuses on installation guidelines for the ROS 2 middleware stack and related tools.

### Middleware components

The following guides walk you through installing and configuring the supported middleware implementations:

* [CycloneDDS](https://docs.openmind.com/core-concepts/middleware/cyclonedds): Install and configure the CycloneDDS RMW implementation for ROS 2.
* [ROS 2 Humble](https://docs.openmind.com/core-concepts/middleware/ros2-humble): Set up the ROS 2 Humble distribution, including core tools and environment configuration.
* [Zenoh Bridge](https://docs.openmind.com/core-concepts/middleware/zenoh-bridge): Install and configure the Zenoh bridge for integrating ROS 2 with Zenoh-based systems.