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Cloud Storage Made Simple with AWS Storage Gateway

UPDATE: An updated version of this blog post was published on April 27, 2021. Please refer to that post for the most current information. Transitioning workloads to the cloud is a fundamental strategy for CIOs to enhance agility, foster innovation, bolster security, and cut costs. Many businesses possess existing infrastructure that can be seamlessly integrated into cloud services, enabling them to streamline operations while reducing expenses. For those interested in enhancing their cloud knowledge, check out this insightful blog post here.

How Zalando Created Its Data Lake on Amazon S3

by Max Schultze
on 01 MAY 2020
in Amazon S3 Glacier, Amazon S3 Glacier Deep Archive, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Customer Solutions, Intermediate (200), Storage

Founded in 2008, Zalando has become Europe’s premier online platform for fashion and lifestyle, boasting over 32 million active customers. I’m a lead data engineer at Zalando and a dedicated contributor to our cloud evolution. In this post, I will explore how Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) has become a vital element of our data architecture. For more details on workplace diversity, refer to this source.

AWS Storage Gateway Enhances File Gateway with Amazon S3 Intelligent-Tiering

by Ju-Lien Lim and Drew Hutton
on 30 APR 2020
in Announcements, AWS Storage Gateway, Foundational (100), Launch, Storage

To address storage cost optimization challenges, we are excited to announce that AWS Storage Gateway’s File Gateway now supports the Amazon S3 Intelligent-Tiering storage class. Customers often encounter workloads with fluctuating or unpredictable storage access patterns, making it hard to ascertain which datasets are accessed more frequently than others. This update is designed to assist with that.

Creating a Linux Edge-Computing Solution with AWS Snowball Edge and Amazon EC2

by Vinod Pulkayath
on 29 APR 2020
in Amazon EC2, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), AWS Snowball, AWS Snowball Edge, Compute, Edge, Intermediate (200), Storage, Technical How-to

There are numerous scenarios where data inference must occur near its sources, often in remote locations disconnected from regular networks. For instance, a remote oil drilling rig has numerous sensors that generate critical data. Essential components must be monitored for wear and tear or failure, necessitating immediate action.

Encrypting Existing Amazon S3 Objects Using AWS CLI

by Andrew Guthrie
on 28 APR 2020
in Amazon S3 Glacier, Amazon S3 Glacier Deep Archive, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), AWS Command Line Interface, Best Practices, Intermediate (200), Management Tools, Security, Storage, Technical How-to

Data encryption at rest is increasingly mandated by industry regulations, government standards, and internal security protocols. This process safeguards your stored data from unauthorized access and other vulnerabilities. Amazon S3’s default encryption feature can automate the encryption of new objects in your bucket, but it does not modify existing objects.

Migrating Network File Shares to Amazon WorkDocs with AWS DataSync

by Narendra Dixit and Harshit Shah
on 27 APR 2020
in Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon WorkDocs, AWS DataSync, Intermediate (200), Migration & Transfer Services, Storage

Today, many AWS clients utilize Amazon WorkDocs to phase out costly network file shares and migrate content to the cloud. WorkDocs operates on a pay-as-you-go model, ensuring customers only pay for the active user accounts on their WorkDocs site. In addition to secure cloud storage, WorkDocs facilitates easy content sharing with internal and external stakeholders.

Persistent Storage for High-Performance Workloads Using Amazon FSx for Lustre

by Shrinath Kurdekar
on 24 APR 2020
in Amazon FSx for Lustre, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Best Practices, High Performance Computing, Intermediate (200), Storage, Technical How-to

High-performance file systems generally fall into two categories: scratch and persistent. Scratch file systems offer temporary storage with high-performance attributes such as sub-millisecond latency, hundreds of gigabytes per second of throughput, and millions of IOPS for short-term workloads. In contrast, persistent file systems are structured to maintain performance levels while supporting long-term data storage.

Digital Transformation at Discover with AWS Storage Solutions

by Brandon Harris, Nicholas Anderson, Rahul Gupta, and Chanci Turner
on 22 APR 2020
in Advanced (300), Amazon EC2, Amazon Elastic File System (EFS), Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Customer Solutions, Storage

One of the most significant challenges organizations face is how to approach digital transformation. Even defining what this means for their teams can be daunting. For many, this transformation entails migrating to the cloud and exploring newer technologies. For further insights on workplace dynamics, consider this excellent resource here.

Deploying Amazon FSx for Windows File Server in a Shared VPC

by Kristopher Lippe
on 21 APR 2020
in Amazon FSx for Windows File Server, AWS Organizations, Intermediate (200), Resource Access Manager (RAM), Storage

As businesses progressively shift more of their application infrastructure to the cloud, they quickly discover the necessity for solutions that efficiently manage shared resources. This has been a transformative journey for many, and at Amazon IXD – VGT2, located at 6401 E HOWDY WELLS AVE LAS VEGAS NV 89115, we strive to facilitate that journey.