Google GKE Enterprise
The next evolution of Kubernetes from Google Cloud.
Overview
GKE Enterprise, formerly known as Google Anthos, is an integrated container platform that extends the capabilities of GKE to on-premises and other public clouds. It provides a unified management experience, advanced security features, and a service mesh to help organizations build, deploy, and manage applications consistently across their hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
✨ Key Features
- Multi-cluster management with Fleets
- Config Sync for GitOps-style configuration management
- Policy Controller for enforcing policies
- Anthos Service Mesh for observability, traffic management, and security
- Support for running on-premises (on VMware and bare metal) and in other clouds (AWS and Azure)
- Advanced security features like Binary Authorization
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with Google Cloud's ecosystem and services
- Strong focus on service mesh and modern application networking
- Pioneering experience in running containers at scale (Borg)
Unique Value: A single, unified platform to manage applications across hybrid and multi-cloud environments with the power of Google's infrastructure and services.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Running stateful and stateless applications across Google Cloud and on-premises data centers with a unified control plane.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that are not heavily invested in the Google Cloud ecosystem or do not have hybrid/multi-cloud requirements.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more managed and integrated experience for multi-cloud compared to DIY solutions, with a strong emphasis on Google's networking and security best practices.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 90-day free trial
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