AWSGlossary

Storage

Object, block, and file storage on AWS. Learn how S3, EBS, EFS, FSx, and Glacier differ, when to use each, and how to pick storage classes that balance cost, durability, and latency.

S3 Storage Classes: Compare Pricing, Latency & Durability

Amazon S3 offers 8 storage classes from Standard to Glacier Deep Archive. Compare pricing, retrieval time, minimum storage, durability, and when to choose each class.

Amazon EBS: Volume Types, Snapshots & When to Use It

Amazon EBS is block storage for EC2. Learn volume types (gp3, io2, st1, sc1), snapshots, encryption, Multi-Attach, durability, and EBS vs S3 vs instance store.

Amazon S3: What It Is, Storage Classes & When to Use It

Amazon S3 is AWS object storage offering 99.999999999% durability. Learn the 8 storage classes, pricing model, limits, and when to choose S3 over EBS or EFS.