Are Kubernetes Components Run Inside Containers?

Absolutely, but it also depends on what setup you’re using. In modern Kubernetes setups with kubeadm (and similar), some components run as pods initiated from the kubelet manifests directory. This means they are containerized, which is pretty efficient!

It really varies! Kubernetes components are just code running somewhere. For example, kind runs them in containers, while K3s compiles everything into a single binary. Just think of it as needing those components, but it’s up to you to decide how you want to deploy them.

In my experience, if you're consulting AI, try asking at least three different ones for varied insights. I mean, using tools like Gemini or Sonnet might give you a more rounded perspective. Also, researching diagrams on Google can really help clarify architectures. My personal approach? I dove right into K8S (I used k3s) and started deploying apps. Always search for "best practices" or "production grade" to ensure you’re heading in the right direction!

You're asking the right questions! On managed Kubernetes platforms like EKS, GKE, or AKS, the control plane components (like the API server and scheduler) typically run outside of your cluster, managed by the provider. However, if you're handling your own installation with kubeadm, those components usually run as static pods, meaning they are running in containers, but they're launched by kubelet, not exactly as regular services per se.

Generally speaking, no, the components are usually services that run directly on the control plane nodes, without being containerized. Though, there are some folks who get adventurous and run them as pods inside the cluster, which they call kubeception—it’s a pretty niche practice.

It usually depends on how you set up your Kubernetes cluster. If you're using kubeadm (which I highly recommend), most components run as static pods. You can find their YAML files in /etc/kubernetes/manifests. On the other hand, the kubelet itself runs as a service, so you can check if it’s active with 'systemctl status kubelet'. If you happen to build your cluster from scratch, those static pods might just run as regular services instead. Seriously, stick with kubeadm to avoid unnecessary headaches! Also, fair warning: don’t get too caught up in AI responses—I've had it give me conflicting info about Kubernetes, too!