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Rancher Overview

Rancher is a multi-cloud Kubernetes management platform built on top of Kubernetes. It includes an upstream Kubernetes hyperkube distribution and uses Docker as the underlying container runtime. Rancher utilizes Kubernetes to coordinate running containers across multiple discrete physical nodes, providing a robust and scalable platform for managing Kubernetes clusters.

Key Features​

  • Multi-Cloud Management: Manage Kubernetes clusters across multiple cloud environments.
  • Kubernetes Integration: Built on Kubernetes, providing native Kubernetes capabilities.
  • Docker Runtime: Utilizes Docker as the container runtime for consistency and reliability.
  • Scalability: Scales efficiently to manage large, distributed Kubernetes clusters.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Provides an intuitive UI for managing and deploying Kubernetes clusters.

Tech Stack​

Rancher​

Choose Version:​

  • rancher-2.6.2-ubuntuserver-20.04

    • Rancher 2.6.2: The latest version of Rancher, offering enhanced features and performance improvements.
    • Ubuntu Server 20.04 (Focal Fossa): A stable and up-to-date long-term support operating system, known for its reliability, security, and performance.

    Key Benefits​

    • Modern Platform: Rancher 2.6.2 provides the latest features and updates for Kubernetes management.
    • Stable Environment: Ubuntu 20.04 ensures a secure and stable platform for deploying Rancher.

  • rancher-2.3-ubuntuserver-18.04

    • Rancher 2.3: A proven version of Rancher, widely used and trusted for Kubernetes management.
    • Ubuntu Server 18.04 (Bionic Beaver): A long-term support operating system recognized for its dependability and security.

    Key Benefits​

    • Proven Stability: Rancher 2.3 offers a reliable and trusted setup for managing Kubernetes clusters.
    • Long-Term Support: Ubuntu 18.04 provides long-term support and security updates, ensuring ongoing stability.

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