OVN-Kubernetes
Open SourceFundedOpen-source Kubernetes networking with OVN and Open vSwitch integration
About OVN-Kubernetes
OVN-Kubernetes is an open-source networking solution designed specifically for Kubernetes clusters, leveraging OVN (Open Virtual Networking) and Open vSwitch to provide a robust and scalable network infrastructure. It acts as a Kubernetes CNI plugin that watches Kubernetes API events and configures the corresponding logical network constructs to ensure seamless pod-to-pod and external communication within the cluster. The platform addresses fundamental Kubernetes networking requirements while also supporting advanced enterprise and telco networking scenarios such as multi-networking, multi-homing, and fine-grained egress controls.
Targeted at enterprise organizations running complex Kubernetes environments, OVN-Kubernetes offers lifecycle management and health monitoring of critical networking components, ensuring reliable and performant cluster networking. Its capabilities extend to network security controls, hardware acceleration, BGP integration, and observability features, making it suitable for organizations requiring advanced network policy enforcement and high availability. The solution is ideal for CIOs seeking an open-source, extensible, and Kubernetes-native networking platform that aligns with cloud infrastructure strategies.
Key Capabilities
- ✓Kubernetes CNI plugin with OVN and Open vSwitch
- ✓Support for multi-networking and multi-homing
- ✓Advanced network security and policy controls
- ✓Hardware acceleration with kernel and DOCA datapaths
- ✓BGP integration and route advertisement support
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