Kubernetes and OpenShift: Architecture, Differences, and Real-World Use Cases
Introduction As cloud-native development becomes the backbone of modern software delivery, two container orchestration platforms dominate enterprise adoption: Kubernetes and OpenShift. While Kubernetes is the de facto open-source standard, OpenShift—Red Hat’s enterprise-ready Kubernetes distribution—offers an integrated, opinionated stack for security, developer experience, and multi-cloud deployment. This article unpacks the technical architecture, differences, and real-world use cases of Kubernetes vs. OpenShift, helping you choose the right platform for your DevOps goals. ...