What are the Types of Cloud Storage?

There are three main types based on the way data is stored and managed.

1. Object Storage (S3)

Object Storage is the first type of cloud storage. This is a software-created logical storage unit on a computer.

It has three sections. The first section is Data, in which images, videos, PDFs, etc., are stored. The second section is Metadata, which stores information about the file, such as its name, size, type, date, and other details.

The third section is the Unique ID, which stores the unique identity of the object. It helps identify and access the object.

2. Block Storage (EBS)

Block Storage is the second type of cloud storage. It stores data in small blocks. Each block has its own unique address. These blocks are connected to a Virtual Machine (VM). Together, they work like a physical hard disk. When data is needed, all the blocks are combined to form the complete data. It provides fast data access and is mainly used for operating systems, databases, and applications.

3. File Storage (EFS)

File Storage is the third type of cloud storage. It stores data in files and folders. It uses a hierarchical folder structure to organize the data. Multiple users or virtual machines can access the same files at the same time. It is mainly used for shared files, websites, and application data.