# Kubernetes Resources In Kubernetes, resources are like building blocks used to create and manage your cluster. Each resource is an object with metadata (such as names and labels) and a desired state that defines its behavior. All objects in Kubernetes are managed by an API and stored in the etcd database. For example, a Pod resource defines how to run a group of containers, while a Service resource manages network access to those containers. Everything you can manage with [```kubectl```](https://kubernetes.io/docs/reference/kubectl/#resource-types) or the Kubernetes API - like workloads, storage, or configuration - is a resource, making them essential for defining and controlling your cluster's behavior. The following command lists all the resources that can be managed in a Kubernetes cluster, including their names, short names, API versions, and whether they are namespaced: ```bash kubectl api-resources ``` The most relevant resources for the KCNA exam are marked red #### Resource Overview You can link to the table here ****Core Resources**** - **Pod**