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Amazon S3 Glacier Storage Classes

Analyze access patterns and use the most cost-effective Amazon S3 storage class

Businesses that use data lakes, machine learning (ML), and analytics need scalable data storage. However, not all stored data is accessed equally. Some portions of data may be accessed often, while whereas other portions of data are rarely accessed. Modern cloud storage allows users to move infrequently used, cold data to lower-cost storage classes. This […]

Amazon S3 Object Lambda

Access a point in time with Amazon S3 Object Lambda

Point-in-time ‘snapshots’ enable administrators, developers, testers, and end users to quickly access a storage volume or share how it was at an earlier point-in-time. They are a longstanding approach to data protection and recovery, tracking changes within a storage system to reduce both Recovery Point Objective (RTO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO). However, traditional snapshots […]

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Protecting your critical Amazon EBS volumes using AWS Backup

Enterprises use block storage such as Amazon Elastic Block Store (Amazon EBS) for mission-critical workloads because it provides high performance, low latency, and reliable data access needed for demanding applications like databases, ERP systems, and real-time analytics. As EBS volumes often contain critical application data, configurations, or operating system files, backing up and restoring these […]

Amazon FSx for OpenZFS

Enhance PostgreSQL resiliency and recoverability using Amazon FSx for OpenZFS

Organizations today often depend on mission-critical database workloads. When these databases become unavailable, it can significantly impact revenue and erode user trust. To mitigate this risk, these critical environments need the fastest possible recovery capabilities if there is a failure. This means having the lowest recovery time objective (RTO) and recovery point objective (RPO). Achieving […]

Migration to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server: cost optimization strategies and automation

Businesses today rely heavily on their file server infrastructure to store, manage, and share mission-critical data. However, maintaining and scaling these environments can be a complex and resource-intensive task. As customer needs and data volumes continue to grow, organizations often face the need to modernize their file server infrastructure. When migrating to Amazon FSx for […]

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How Aura improves database performance using Amazon S3 Express One Zone for caching

Aura created a whole new kind of connected photo frame by making it social. Powered by an invite-only group of friends and family using the Aura app, Aura frames create a space at home to share, collect, and appreciate photos. Users can easily add photos and videos using the app, and enjoy their Wi-Fi connected […]

Switch your file share access from Amazon FSx File Gateway to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server

Effective October 28, 2024, new customers will no longer be able to create a new Amazon FSx File Gateway (FSx File Gateway). If you would like to use the service, please create an FSx File Gateway prior to October 28, 2024. To begin using FSx File Gateway, customers can navigate to the Storage Gateway console in AWS […]

Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP

Streamline petabyte-scale data migrations with Cloud Write mode on Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP

International Data Corporation (IDC)1 predicts that global data creation and consumption will surge to 175 zettabytes (ZB) by 2025. As a result, organizations are looking for swift, dependable, and scalable cloud migration solutions to lift-and-shift their growing on-premises datasets into the cloud. Whether prompted by an imminent lease renewal, termination of a data center, or […]

Amazon S3 LIfecycle

Transition data to cheaper storage based on custom filtering criteria with Amazon S3 Lifecycle

As your organization’s data grows, effective management of storage costs is crucial for operating an efficient and cost-effective data infrastructure. One of the most efficient strategies to reduce storage costs is transitioning files to less expensive cold storage classes. To optimize storage costs according to their specific needs and requirements, organizations need the flexibility to […]

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Lyrebird improves performance and reduces costs for generative AI workloads using Amazon S3 Express One Zone

Through accessible mobile apps, Lyrebird Studio aims to transform photography into a creative tool for everyone. Founded in 2011, the company is a leading global developer and software publisher for users who enjoy expressing themselves and creating social content. To give millions of users a responsive experience with minimal downtime, Lyrebird Studio needs its data […]