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What is the purpose of containerization in software development?

  • To restrict applications to run only on virtual machines.
  • To use heavy packages that are not easily portable.
  • To encapsulate everything needed for an application to run consistently across different environments. (correct)
  • To provide direct access to the operating system for better performance.

    • In Kubernetes, what is the function of a Node-local IP address?

  • Used internally for communication between nodes.
  • Assigned to the pod's endpoint. (correct)
  • Maps host ports for external client communication.
  • Allocated by the cloud provider for load balancing.

    • How do containers differ from virtual machines in terms of resource utilization?

  • Virtual machines provide better isolation than containers.
  • Containers require more operating system access than virtual machines.
  • Virtual machines are easier to package compared to containers.
  • Containers have better resource utilization compared to virtual machines. (correct)

    • Which type of IP address is responsible for communication between nodes in a Kubernetes cluster?

    <p>Cluster-wide IP address</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of defining port mapping in containers?

    <p>To enable containers to expose standard services using different protocols.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Kubernetes facilitate efficient deployment and scaling of containers?

    <p>By managing containers seamlessly and providing tools for deployment and scaling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest unit of computing that can be deployed in Kubernetes?

    <p>Pod</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Deployment in Kubernetes?

    <p>Manage updates and rollbacks for pod replicas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Kubernetes component is responsible for providing service discovery and load balancing?

    <p>Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an Ingress in Kubernetes?

    <p>Define external access to services, typically HTTP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Kubernetes component provides persistent storage for data accessed by pods?

    <p>Volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using Kubernetes for containerized applications?

    <p>Simplified deployment and scaling of microservices</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA)

    Introduction

    The Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) is a certification exam designed to assess a candidate's foundational knowledge and skills related to Kubernetes and the broader cloud native ecosystem. The KCNA exam is offered by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), which maintains various cloud-native projects, including Kubernetes.

    Kubernetes Basics

    What is Kubernetes?

    Kubernetes, commonly known as K8s, is an open-source platform for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. It enables organizations to deploy microservices architectures, offering technical flexibility without vendor lock-in. Its popularity stems from its ability to handle complex distributed systems, making it a versatile and in-demand skillset in the industry.

    Key Components of Kubernetes

    Some essential components and features of Kubernetes include:

    • Pod: The smallest deployable unit of computing that runs containers.
    • Deployment: Manages updates and rollbacks for replicas of a set of pods.
    • Service: Provides service discovery, load balancing, traffic routing, health checks, and SSL termination.
    • Ingress: Defines external access to services in a cluster, typically HTTP.
    • Volume: Persistent storage for data accessed by pods.

    Containerization

    Understanding Containers

    Containers are lightweight, portable packages that allow developers to package applications into executables. They encapsulate everything needed for the app to run consistently across environments. Containers don't require operating system access, allowing better isolation and resource utilization compared to virtual machines. Kubernetes manages these containers seamlessly, facilitating efficient deployment and scaling.

    Networking in Kubernetes

    Container Communication

    Within a Kubernetes cluster, containers communicate using three types of IP addresses:

    1. Node-local IP address: Assigned to the pod's endpoint.
    2. Cluster-wide IP address: Used internally by the network plugin for communication between nodes.
    3. LoadBalancer IP address: Allocated by the cloud provider when a cluster is deployed on a public cloud.

    These address types enable communication between containers, services, and external clients.

    Ports and Protocols

    Each container exposes ports that map to host ports. Kubernetes supports TCP, UDP, and SCTP protocols. By defining port mapping, containers can expose standard services like HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, and FTP, among others.

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