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Hardware resource allocation is critical when sizing a bare metal Kubernetes cluster. Unlike virtual environments where resources can be dynamically adjusted, bare metal deployments require upfront allocation of hardware resources such as CPU, memory, storage, and network bandwidth. Optimizing resource allocation becomes crucial to avoid underutilization or overprovisioning, ensuring efficient physical infrastructure usage.