https://support.tools/categories/maintenance/Recent content in Maintenance on Support ToolsHugoen-USSun, 01 Dec 2024 17:30:00 -0500https://support.tools/kubernetes-upgrade-guide/Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:30:00 -0500https://support.tools/kubernetes-upgrade-guide/<p>By <strong>Matthew Mattox</strong><br> Contact: <strong><a href="mailto:mmattox@support.tools">mmattox@support.tools</a></strong></p> <p>Upgrading Kubernetes clusters can be intimidating, especially if you’ve inherited a legacy environment. But with proper planning and execution, it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. This guide offers practical advice for keeping your Kubernetes clusters updated and running smoothly, covering everything from version policies to specific upgrade workflows.</p>https://support.tools/kubernetes-double-jump-upgrades/Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:30:00 -0500https://support.tools/kubernetes-double-jump-upgrades/<p>Upgrading a Kubernetes cluster can be challenging, especially with its fast release cycle. However, <strong>double jump upgrades</strong>, where you skip intermediate versions, can help reduce downtime and effort—if done correctly. This guide explains Kubernetes&rsquo; version skew policy, API deprecation rules, and the steps to safely perform double jump upgrades.</p>