S3
Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service) is a highly scalable, secure, and durable object storage service provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS). It’s designed to store and retrieve any amount of data from anywhere on the web, making it a cornerstone of many cloud-based applications and services.
Key features of Amazon S3:
Virtually unlimited storage capacity with 99.999999999% (11 9’s) of durability
Comprehensive security and compliance capabilities
Flexible storage classes to optimise costs
Highly performant with low-latency access
Integrates seamlessly with other AWS services
Supports data transfer acceleration and cross-region replication
Offers versioning and lifecycle management tools
Provides robust analytics and insights capabilities
S3 is widely used for various purposes, including data backup, archiving, content distribution, big data analytics, and as a foundation for many cloud-native applications. Its simplicity, scalability, and reliability make it a popular choice for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises.