Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
Managed Kubernetes service to run Kubernetes in the AWS cloud and on-premises data centers.
Overview
Amazon EKS is a managed service that makes it easy for you to run Kubernetes on AWS without needing to stand up or maintain your own Kubernetes control plane. EKS runs the Kubernetes control plane instances across multiple Availability Zones to ensure high availability. EKS automatically detects and replaces unhealthy control plane instances, and it provides automated version upgrades and patching for them.
✨ Key Features
- Managed Kubernetes control plane
- Support for AWS Fargate for serverless pods
- Integration with AWS services (IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, etc.)
- EKS Anywhere for on-premises deployments
- EKS Distro for a consistent open-source Kubernetes distribution
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with the broad ecosystem of AWS services
- EKS Anywhere for consistent on-premises and cloud operations
- Strong security and compliance posture
Unique Value: Provides a secure, scalable, and highly available Kubernetes service that is deeply integrated with the AWS ecosystem, reducing operational overhead.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Teams already invested in the AWS ecosystem
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations seeking a cloud-agnostic platform without customization
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more seamless experience for existing AWS customers compared to other cloud providers, with extensive integrations and a serverless option via Fargate.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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