Data is different from computing resources. Therefore, a storage layer is critical for Kubernetes deployments because data protection is essential. Kubernetes storage automates container operations, provides data protection, and scales well on bare metal servers. Read on Portworx for more information about the benefits of Kubernetes storage for containerized workloads. In this article, we look at the infrastructure layer and how enterprises can use it.
Data is a different type of resource.
Enterprises using Kubernetes storage need to manage their applications’ enormous amounts of data properly. This data consists of different types of files, and managing this data effectively is critical to the application’s overall success. Fortunately, there are many ways to do this.
Enterprises using Kubernetes storage must be aware of the limitations of their storage. They must ensure that data is protected at all times. Kubernetes supports a variety of persistent storage models, including files, blocks, objects, and cloud services. These resources can be accessed and backed up by pods. A storage service should also provide backup and restore solutions for data.
Kubernetes storage automates container operations.
If you’re looking for a scalable, highly available storage solution for containers, Kubernetes might be the right choice. It has an integrated storage system that can automate container deployment, rollbacks, and transformations and fit several containers on a single node. The system also handles all elements of container resource adoption, including packing and removal. You can also automate container deployment and removal through Kubernetes.
Kubernetes is an open-source system for managing and monitoring containers. It helps you run containers with minimal downtime, automatically replacing those that fail to complete their tasks. As a result, it allows you to run more applications and services quickly. The system also helps you maintain the health of your containers, as it automatically replaces failed or unhealthy containers. Kubernetes also allows you to configure container-specific permissions to manage your containers intuitively.
It provides data protection.
Whether you’re deploying Kubernetes applications in your private cloud or integrating them into a multi-cloud strategy, you need data protection. While traditional data protection solutions focus on the physical machine, Kubernetes focuses on the application itself. While traditional solutions protect the OS and VM, Kubernetes organizes and deploys applications as microservices. Then, when a disaster strikes, you remove the container, and all your data is safe and accessible.
To provide effective data protection for Kubernetes applications, you need to back up your applications’ data. Traditional data protection tools are incapable of interacting with abstractions, such as Kubernetes. True application backups include application objects, configuration, and data. If you fail to back up Kubernetes objects, you could face application crashes and other hard-to-detect errors.
It scales well on bare metal servers.
Kubernetes is a popular container orchestration system. It scales well on bare metal servers and is cheaper to run than virtualized infrastructure. Bare metal servers are much easier to manage. Once the servers are configured to use the same OS, operations will be simpler and less prone to failure. A bare metal management tool will greatly simplify your deployment and reduce risks.
It supports dynamic provisioning.
Having your storage support dynamic provisioning is a great advantage if you run a Kubernetes cluster. Depending on your application and storage requirements, this feature could be invaluable. Non-CSI provisioned storage supports dynamic provisioning but is limited to filesystems supported by Kubernetes. In addition, this storage type requires a persistent volume claim to hold the information needed for the dynamic provisioning process. Again, depending on your requirements, this can be either bound or emptyDir.
Using a default StorageClass is helpful, but you can also set up custom storage classes. For example, you can enable dynamic provisioning with a StorageClass resource. In addition, it will enable administrators to offer custom parameters for storage classes. The default storage class is the standard, but if you disable this, it will be deployed to the Kubernetes cluster when you install the Kubernetes container orchestration system.
