Direct Connect
Learn about the features of the Direct Connect service.
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In the on-prem to AWS connectivity services lineup, AWS offers another network connectivity service called Direct Connect. Direct Connect provides a physical connection between the on-prem data center to AWS using an ethernet fiber optic cable. Using Direct Connect, the data can be exchanged securely without going over the public internet.
The customer on-premises network is connected to the AWS Direct Connect (DX) location, which is a physical location hosting ports for connectivity to AWS, which is further connected to the AWS public or private services. ...