Introduction to k0s

k0s is a Kubernetes distribution developed by Mirantis. It is shipped as a single binary without any OS dependencies and is thus defined as a zero-friction/zero-deps/zero-cost Kubernetes distribution.

k0s delivers a fully functional Kubernetes experience with:

• Certified Kubernetes: Ships CIS-benchmarked Kubernetes
• Cross-platform support: Runs on x86-64, ARM64 and ARMv7 architectures
• Complete runtime stack: Uses containerd, in-cluster etcd, and Kube-router networking
• Built-in observability: Includes CoreDNS, Metrics Server, and HPA support
• Production ready: Minimal footprint with enterprise-grade features

This makes k0s ideal for edge computing, IoT deployments, and any scenario where you need Kubernetes without complexity.