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A company needs to store infrequently used data for data archives and long-term backups.
Which AWS service or storage class will meet these requirements MOST cost-effectively?
Suggested Answer: D
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Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval is optimized for storing infrequently accessed data at a very low cost, making it suitable for data archiving and long-term backups. It provides flexible retrieval options for archived data. Other services like FSx for Lustre, EBS, and EFS are more suited for frequently accessed data and higher-performance use cases, not archival storage.
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Arlie
11 months ago
Wait, is Glacier really that cost-effective? I had my doubts!
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Shantay
11 months ago
EFS seems too expensive for this use case.
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Cletus
11 months ago
I thought EBS was better for backups, but maybe not for infrequent access?
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Rasheeda
11 months ago
Definitely agree, Glacier is the way to go for archives.
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Valentine
12 months ago
S3 Glacier is super cheap for long-term storage!
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Francine
12 months ago
I have a feeling that S3 Glacier is the best option here, but I need to double-check the retrieval costs.
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Fausto
1 year ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I believe EFS is more for shared file systems, not really for archiving.
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Rory
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about EBS being more for active data rather than archives.
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Elsa
1 year ago
I think S3 Glacier might be the right choice since it's designed for long-term storage and is cost-effective for infrequent access.
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Eve
1 year ago
I think Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval is the most cost-effective option here. The low storage costs and flexible retrieval options make it well-suited for this scenario.
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Norah
1 year ago
Based on the requirements, I'm leaning towards Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval. It seems designed for long-term, infrequent data storage.
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Billy
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused on the differences between the storage options. I'll need to refresh my knowledge on the key features of each service.
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Malinda
1 year ago
Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval sounds like it could be a good fit for this use case. I'll need to review the pricing and retrieval options to be sure.
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Maddie
1 year ago
Hmm, this one seems tricky. I'll need to think carefully about the requirements of infrequent data storage and long-term backups.
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Kirk
2 years ago
D all the way! You know what they say, 'Glacier's the word, it's better, believe me.'
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Frederic
2 years ago
User 4: Glacier's flexibility in retrieval options makes it a great choice for data archives.
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Chun
2 years ago
User 3: Definitely, it's cost-effective and perfect for infrequently used data.
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Loren
2 years ago
User 2: I agree, Glacier is the best option for long-term backups.
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Huey
2 years ago
User 1: D all the way!
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Major
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think A) Amazon FSx for Lustre could also be a good option for storing infrequently used data.
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Mica
2 years ago
Hold up, are we talking about storing data or creating a glacier? Because if it's the latter, I've got some ice sculptures I'd like to submit.
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Shawnda
2 years ago
I agree with Beatriz. S3 Glacier is designed for infrequently accessed data and is cost-effective.
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Catarina
2 years ago
I was thinking Amazon EFS, but then I remembered that's more for file-based workloads. For infrequently used data, Glacier is the clear winner here.
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Rex
2 years ago
Yes, Glacier is the ideal solution for storing data that is rarely accessed.
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Loreen
2 years ago
Glacier is designed for long-term storage and is perfect for infrequently accessed data.
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Kiley
2 years ago
I think Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval would be the most cost-effective choice for data archives and long-term backups.
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Erick
2 years ago
I agree, Amazon EFS is not the best option for infrequently used data.
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Dominga
2 years ago
Definitely gotta go with D. Glacier Flexible Retrieval is the way to go for long-term archiving and backups. It's super cost-effective and reliable.
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Bev
2 years ago
I think D is the most cost-effective choice for storing infrequently used data.
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Lenna
2 years ago
Glacier Flexible Retrieval is definitely cost-effective and reliable.
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Luisa
2 years ago
I agree, D is the best option for long-term archiving and backups.
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Beatriz
2 years ago
I think D) Amazon S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval would be the best option for long-term backups.