Getting started – installation and follow-ups

This guide will help you to set up and configure Airlock Microgateway.

• Before we begin, you should create a few prerequisites for the successful use of Airlock Microgateway and other components:
• A working knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization concepts.
• Access to a Kubernetes cluster (either local or cloud-based).
• Familiarity with the command line and package managers like Helm.

Discover our online labs to get to know Airlock Microgateway in a preconfigured cloud-based Kubernetes environment.

0. Follow these steps to get started with Airlock Microgateway:
1. Release and support information
   Check the release notes for new functionalities and changes.
2. System architectures
   Plan your installation thoroughly and choose a data plane mode according to your specific requirements.
3. Requirements and limitations
   Ensure that the requirements for the chosen data plane mode are met.
4. Container image repositories and registries
   Ensure you have access to the image registry.
5. Installation, upgrade, and uninstallation instructions
   Follow the installation guide.
6. Airlock Microgateway license editions and support
   A valid Community or Premium license is required.

0. What's next:
1. System architectures
   Understand the architecture and where Airlock Microgateway is best suited to provide web application and API protection.
2. Configuration
   Get familiar with the configuration concepts and the required configuration resources.
3. Troubleshooting and support
   Check these guides if troubleshooting and advanced problem-solving is required.