From cf2ee4f2af852280b382272f34d0019bad1c511b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Samia Nneji Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:22:00 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] Add context to network layer install section (#3441) * Add context to installing networking, initial draft * Tweaks * Apply feedback * Apply feedback --- docs/install/install-serving-with-yaml.md | 10 ++++++++++ 1 file changed, 10 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/install/install-serving-with-yaml.md b/docs/install/install-serving-with-yaml.md index 527523c0a..e718b56e7 100644 --- a/docs/install/install-serving-with-yaml.md +++ b/docs/install/install-serving-with-yaml.md @@ -36,6 +36,16 @@ For information about the YAML files in the Knative Serving and Eventing release ## Install a networking layer +The networking layer in Knative Serving is responsible for incoming requests and the associated +responses for your Knative installation. +Knative enables you to choose a networking layer and then translates Knative’s resources +into the specific configuration for your chosen networking solution. + +You can choose a networking layer based on what you are familiar with, what is +already installed on your cluster, or what is suitable for your use case. +For prototyping purposes, if you have no preference for a networking layer, choose Kourier. +For production use cases, Istio is a common choice. + The tabs below expand to show instructions for installing a networking layer. Follow the procedure for the networking layer of your choice: