description AKS Engine Overview
AKS Engine allows users to create custom Kubernetes clusters tailored to specific needs and deployed on various infrastructures, including Azure, AWS, and on-premises environments, without managing the underlying control plane.
help AKS Engine FAQ
What is AKS Engine?
AKS Engine is an open-source tool for creating and managing custom Kubernetes clusters. It can be used when an organization needs more control over cluster configuration than a fully managed service provides.
How is AKS Engine different from Azure Kubernetes Service?
Azure Kubernetes Service manages the Kubernetes control plane for the user, while AKS Engine creates a cluster configuration that the user operates. That means AKS Engine requires more responsibility for upgrades, nodes, and infrastructure.
Can AKS Engine deploy Kubernetes outside Azure?
AKS Engine has been associated primarily with Azure deployment and Azure Stack scenarios, not as a general tool for deploying to every cloud. Claims that it natively provides the same workflow across Azure, AWS, and on-premises should be checked against the project's supported infrastructure.
Who would use AKS Engine instead of a managed Kubernetes service?
It can suit teams that need custom cluster settings, special networking, or control over infrastructure. The trade-off is that the team must handle more operational work than it would with a managed control plane.
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