AWS - Cost Optimization
An EC2 instance in us-east-1 sends 5 GB of data to an EC2 instance in us-west-2. How much data transfer cost applies?
An EC2 instance in us-east-1 sends 5 GB of data to an EC2 instance in us-west-2. How much data transfer cost applies?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify transfer type
Data transfer between different AWS regions (us-east-1 to us-west-2) is inter-region transfer.Step 2: Apply AWS pricing rules
Inter-region data transfer is charged per GB transferred, so 5 GB will incur cost.Final Answer:
Charged for 5 GB at inter-region data transfer rates -> Option CQuick Check:
Inter-region transfer = Charged [OK]
Quick Trick: Inter-region transfers always cost per GB [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming all AWS transfers are free
- Confusing inter-region with same region
- Thinking cost applies only after 10 GB
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