What is Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)?
Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) is a fully managed service that simplifies the process of running Kubernetes, an open-source system for automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications, on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud. It eliminates the need for users to install and operate their own Kubernetes clusters, providing a seamless way to leverage the benefits of Kubernetes without the overhead of managing the underlying infrastructure. Amazon EKS runs the Kubernetes management infrastructure across multiple AWS availability zones, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance. It is certified Kubernetes conformant, which means that applications running on any standard Kubernetes environment can be easily migrated to Amazon EKS, allowing users to leverage their existing tooling and plugins from the Kubernetes community. This compatibility enables a smooth transition for organizations already using Kubernetes in their workflows
Highlights
- Fully managed Kubernetes service, eliminating the need for users to install and operate their own Kubernetes clusters
- Runs Kubernetes management infrastructure across multiple AWS availability zones for high availability and fault tolerance
- Certified Kubernetes conformant, enabling seamless migration of applications from other Kubernetes environments
- Provides access to the full suite of Kubernetes tools and plugins, allowing users to leverage their existing investments