Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Practice Test

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What is a service account in Kubernetes?

A user account for accessing the Kubernetes API
An account used to run a service or application
An administrative user group
A deprecated resource for managing users

The correct answer is: An account used to run a service or application

In Kubernetes, a service account is specifically designed to provide an identity for processes or applications running in pods. When an application or service runs in a pod, it often needs to interact with the Kubernetes API to perform various tasks, such as accessing secrets or mounting volumes. The service account grants the necessary permissions and serves as a security context for these interactions, allowing pods to authenticate and authorize their requests to the API server. In this context, a service account is not merely a user account for individuals (which would pertain to the first option), nor is it an administrative group (the third option), which is more about controlling access levels within a Kubernetes cluster. It also does not pertain to a deprecated resource since service accounts remain a relevant and essential part of managing authentication in Kubernetes. By assigning a service account to a pod, Kubernetes allows developers to configure specific permissions and scopes, providing a robust and secure mechanism for enabling applications to interact properly with cluster resources.