Calico, developed by Tigera, is a comprehensive platform that simplifies, scales, and secures container and Kubernetes networks. It provides a single solution for network security and observability across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments. Calico includes open-source and commercial editions, such as Calico Cloud and Calico Enterprise, which cater to various enterprise needs.

Key Features

• Network Security: Provides firewall and isolation capabilities to protect Kubernetes clusters.
• Observability: Offers flow logs, metrics, and tools like Goldmane for enhanced visibility into network traffic.
• Policy Management: Simplifies network policy enforcement and microsegmentation.
• Troubleshooting: Includes tools for diagnosing issues within Kubernetes environments.
• Runtime Threat Defense: Enhances security with real-time threat filtering and detection customization.

Benefits

• Enhanced Security: Protects against security breaches by preventing, detecting, and mitigating risks.
• Simplified Operations: Streamlines deployment and management of Kubernetes environments.
• Improved Compliance: Aligns with regulatory requirements through advanced security controls.