Hybrid Cloud
A cloud computing environment that combines a public cloud and a private cloud, allowing data and applications to be shared between them.
Description
In the context of AWS, a Hybrid Cloud architecture allows businesses to utilize both on-premises resources and cloud services. This setup offers greater flexibility and optimization of existing infrastructure, enabling organizations to take advantage of the scalability of public cloud services while maintaining control over sensitive data through private cloud solutions. For instance, an organization may run its critical applications on a private cloud for security and compliance, while leveraging the AWS public cloud to handle variable workloads, like data analytics or website traffic spikes. Hybrid Cloud solutions facilitate seamless integration and interoperability between environments, helping businesses manage data across diverse platforms efficiently. Companies can also develop and deploy applications in the cloud while keeping sensitive data on-premises, thus balancing performance, security, and cost-effectiveness. AWS provides various services such as AWS Outposts and AWS Direct Connect to support Hybrid Cloud strategies, ensuring a cohesive experience across environments.
Examples
- Netflix uses a Hybrid Cloud model to manage its massive streaming service, utilizing AWS for scalability while maintaining a portion of its infrastructure on-premises for sensitive operations.
- General Electric (GE) employs a Hybrid Cloud strategy to run applications in both AWS and its private data centers, allowing for efficient data management and compliance with industry regulations.
Additional Information
- Hybrid Cloud solutions often enhance disaster recovery capabilities by enabling backup and recovery solutions across multiple environments.
- Organizations can optimize costs by running less critical workloads on the public cloud while reserving private cloud resources for mission-critical applications.