Flatcar Linux: A Great Fit for Kubernetes
In the fast-evolving landscape of containerized applications and cloud-native technologies, choosing the right operating system for your Kubernetes cluster can sometimes make a very big difference. Enter Flatcar Container Linux, an open-source, minimal, and immutable Linux distribution tailored specifically for running containers.
Flatcar is an excellent choice for Kubernetes and modern cloud-native environments. In Aug 2024, Flatcar Linux was accepted as a CNCF project.
This is a 3-part blog series. In this blog, we'll explore what Flatcar Linux is, why it’s uniquely suited for Kubernetes, and the benefits it brings relative to generic Linux.