AWS - Cost OptimizationA company wants to minimize data transfer costs between two AWS regions. Which approach is best?AUse S3 Transfer Acceleration between regionsBTransfer data via the public internetCKeep all data transfer within a single regionDUse AWS Direct Connect to link the regionsCheck Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Analyze cost-saving strategiesKeeping data transfer within a single region avoids inter-region transfer charges.Step 2: Evaluate other optionsDirect Connect reduces internet costs but still charges for inter-region; Transfer Acceleration adds cost; public internet is costly and less secure.Final Answer:Keep all data transfer within a single region to minimize costs -> Option CQuick Check:Single region transfer = Lowest cost [OK]Quick Trick: Avoid cross-region transfers to save costs [OK]Common Mistakes:Assuming Direct Connect eliminates all transfer costsThinking Transfer Acceleration reduces costIgnoring benefits of single region data locality
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