Amazon EBS
Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS) is a cloud-based block storage service designed for use with Amazon EC2 instances.
Description
Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS) provides persistent block storage volumes for use with Amazon EC2 instances. EBS volumes are highly available and durable, making them suitable for a variety of workloads, including relational databases, big data analytics, and enterprise applications. Each EBS volume is automatically replicated within its Availability Zone to protect against data loss due to hardware failure. Users can easily create snapshots of their EBS volumes, which are stored in Amazon S3, enabling backup and recovery solutions. EBS supports different volume types optimized for performance and cost, allowing users to choose the right balance for their applications. The service also provides features like encryption, resizing, and performance monitoring, making it a flexible option for cloud storage. With Amazon EBS, businesses can scale their storage needs seamlessly as they grow, ensuring data integrity and availability for mission-critical applications.
Examples
- Using EBS to store the database files of an Amazon RDS instance for enhanced performance and durability.
- Creating a snapshot of an EBS volume to back up a critical application before applying updates.
Additional Information
- EBS volumes can be attached to multiple EC2 instances in read-only mode, enabling high availability for applications.
- EBS supports different volume types, including General Purpose SSD, Provisioned IOPS SSD, and Magnetic, catering to various performance needs.