Guidelines on multi-node cluster configuration

In this section, we will go through some best practices for creating a scalable, secure, and highly optimized Kubernetes cluster model.

Cluster-level configuration/settings

You can define levels of abstraction, such as pods and services, with Kubernetes so that you don't have to worry about where your applications are running or whether they have enough resources to run efficiently. However, you must monitor your applications, the containers that run them, and even Kubernetes itself to maintain optimal performance. In this section, we will cover some best practices to follow for setting up and operating your Kubernetes clusters. These are outlined here:

• Use the latest version: Kubernetes offers new features, bug patches, and platform upgrades with its regular version updates. You should always utilize the most recent Kubernetes version on your cluster as a rule of thumb.
• When multiple teams are attempting to use...