I want to understand the difference between a client node and a master node in Elasticsearch. I'm confused about their roles and responsibilities within the Elasticsearch cluster.
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ChristopherWilson
Sat Feb 08 2025
In a distributed system, each node is assigned specific roles.
Federico
Sat Feb 08 2025
These roles define the node's responsibilities and operational tasks.
CryptoConqueror
Fri Feb 07 2025
They are primarily responsible for managing the cluster's activities.
Elena
Fri Feb 07 2025
Data nodes play a crucial part in storing data.
CryptoMaven
Fri Feb 07 2025
They not only house the information but also participate actively in indexing.