Overview
Direct Connect (the term used by AWS, similar to Azure ExpressRoute or Google Cloud Interconnect) provides a private, high-bandwidth connection between your infrastructure and the cloud. It offers more consistent network performance and lower latency than a standard internet-based VPN.
Key Benefits
- Performance: Lower latency and more consistent throughput.
- Security: Traffic never travels over the public internet.
- Cost: Can reduce network costs for large data transfers.
- Reliability: Provides a more stable connection for critical workloads.
Implementation
Requires a physical connection at a designated Direct Connect location, often facilitated by a third-party network provider.