Azure Service Mesh
Simplify service-to-service communication for microservices with a fully managed Istio-based service mesh.
Overview
Azure Service Mesh is an add-on for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) that provides a fully managed Istio-based service mesh. It simplifies the deployment and management of Istio, enabling developers to easily connect, secure, and observe their microservices. The add-on integrates with the Azure ecosystem for a seamless experience.
✨ Key Features
- Managed Istio control plane
- Integration with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
- Hardened and supported Istio version
- Traffic management and resiliency features
- Secure communication with mTLS
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Native integration with Azure Kubernetes Service
- Fully managed and supported by Microsoft
- Simplified Istio experience for Azure users
Unique Value: Delivers a simplified, managed Istio experience that is deeply integrated with the Azure ecosystem.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Deploying a managed Istio instance on AKS for simplified operations
- Integrating service mesh observability with Azure Monitor
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Non-Azure environments
- Workloads not running on AKS
🏆 Alternatives
Reduces the complexity of installing, managing, and upgrading Istio on AKS.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Azure Professional Direct or Premier Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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