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The key benefits of using Rancher to manage Kubernetes include:
Rancher provides a centralized control plane that makes it easy to manage multiple Kubernetes clusters, including clusters hosted on-premises, and on private and public cloud platforms. With Rancher, you can easily deploy, upgrade, and scale clusters, manage containerized applications, monitor cluster resources, and enhance security.
Rancher UI is a unified management web interface to manage multiple Kubernetes clusters. Access to the UI is simple: all you need is a compatible web browser to access the UI, with no additional software required. The intuitive interface reduces the operational complexity and significantly lowers the barrier of entry for new users.
Rancher supports on-premises and cloud deployments. This gives you the flexibility to deploy Kubernetes and containerized applications where it best suits the organization.
Rancher offers the Continuous Delivery option that automatically deploys applications directly from a git repository. This feature is enabled through Fleet, which comes pre-installed in Rancher and is accessible through the Rancher UI. This automation saves both time and money typically associated with manual application deployment.
Rancher installs in just minutes. You can install it on a single node or on a Kubernetes cluster. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including SLES, RHEL, and Ubuntu.
Rancher enhances Kubernetes security by providing centralized user authentication and access control for Kubernetes clusters. Besides local authentication, Rancher also integrates with external authentication services for single-sign-on capabilities. Its role-based access control (RBAC) assigns user access based on the global permissions, as well as cluster and project roles, adding an extra level of security on top of the built-in Kubernetes RBAC.
When you enable API audit logging, Rancher logs all API requests to a file. This creates a detailed record of system activities which shows the actions performed by the users and the clusters impacted by the actions.
With Rancher's integration with Grafana and Prometheus, you can effortlessly monitor the performance of your workloads. The default settings display CPU and memory metrics, and you can also configure custom metrics for your application.
Rancher is a 100% open-source project. Users can access free community support using multiple channels, including Rancher GitHub repository, Rancher forums, and Rancher Slack channels.
Rancher Prime and Rancher Prime Hosted editions provide added value to the Rancher platform, including professional support and the option for an expert-managed Rancher Prime control plane. Learn about the various Rancher editions by visiting the Rancher Quick Start page.
These benefits make SUSE Rancher a comprehensive and versatile solution for Kubernetes management.