Platform glossary
This page contains definitions for common terms used throughout the platform documentation.
Access Key
A secure credential in the platform that allows programmatic access to platform resources and API endpoints.
Related terms: The Platform, User
K0s
A lightweight, certified Kubernetes distribution that can be used in virtual clusters as an alternative to K3s or standard Kubernetes.
Related terms: K3s, K8s
K3s
A lightweight, certified Kubernetes distribution often used as the default distribution for virtual clusters due to its minimal resource requirements and fast startup time.
Related terms: K8s, K0s
K8s
The standard Kubernetes distribution that can be used in virtual clusters, offering full compatibility with upstream Kubernetes features.
Related terms: K3s, K0s
Namespace
A Kubernetes namespace that can be managed by the platform, providing isolation for resources within a cluster.
Related terms: Project
Project
A logical grouping of resources in the platform that provides team isolation and resource quotas. Projects help organize virtual clusters and namespace resources.
Related terms: The Platform, Team
Sleep Mode
A platform feature that allows virtual clusters or namespaces to be paused when inactive, conserving resources and reducing costs.
Related terms: The Platform
Team
A group of users in the platform with shared access to specific projects and resources.
Related terms: Project, User
Template
A reusable configuration pattern in the platform that defines the settings and resources for creating new virtual clusters or namespaces.
Related terms: The Platform, Virtual Cluster Template
The Platform
The vCluster Platform that provides management, access control, and operational features for virtual clusters across multiple physical host clusters.
Related terms: Project
User
An individual account in the platform with specific access permissions to projects and resources.
Related terms: Team
Virtual Cluster Template
A predefined configuration in the platform for creating virtual clusters with consistent settings, policies, and resources.
Related terms: Template