Kubernetes Architecture Explained: Worker Nodes in a Cluster

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  • And any other implementation of the Kubernetes Container Runtime Interface (CRI) — a plugin enabling the kubelet to use other container runtimes without recompiling.

  • cri-o

    Open Container Initiative-based implementation of Kubernetes Container Runtime Interface

  • CRI-O: A lightweight container runtime specifically built for Kubernetes.

  • WorkOS

    The modern identity platform for B2B SaaS. The APIs are flexible and easy-to-use, supporting authentication, user identity, and complex enterprise features like SSO and SCIM provisioning.

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  • cri-dockerd

    dockerd as a compliant Container Runtime Interface for Kubernetes

  • But not to worry, you can still use Docker as a container runtime in Kubernetes using the cri-dockerd adapter. cri-dockerd provides a shim for Docker Engine that lets you control Docker via the Kubernetes CRI. ****

  • containerd

    An open and reliable container runtime

  • containerd: An industry-standard container runtime with an emphasis on simplicity, robustness, and portability.

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