Name: Understanding Gateway Mode in Kuma and Kong Service Mesh
Uploaded: 2021-06-03T13:00:31Z
Duration: 5 min 52 s
Description: Learn how Kuma, an open source service mesh, and Kong Mesh for enterprise allow you to use ANY API gateway as a doorway into the service mesh using Gateway Mode.

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Learn how [Kuma](https://kuma.io)Kuma, an open source service mesh, and [Kong Mesh](https://konghq.com/kong-mesh)Kong Mesh for enterprise allow you to use ANY API gateway as a “doorway” into the service mesh using “Gateway Mode.”

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# “Gateway Mode” in Kuma and Kong Service Mesh

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