Amazon Web Services

Overview

Amazon Web Services, part of the Amazon group of companies. It is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is the largest internet company by revenue in the world and is listed on the Nasdaq. Amazon was founded on July 5, 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

The company's involvement in the data centre industry has been growing steadily, with the business investing in both the facilities and supporting infrastructure (e.g. green power), when developing.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud computing platform offered by Amazon.com, Inc. Launched in 2006, AWS provides a wide array of cloud-based services, including computing power, storage, networking, databases, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. At the core of AWS's infrastructure are its data centers, which form the foundation of its cloud computing services. These data centers are located across the globe, comprising a network of regions and availability zones designed to provide high availability, fault tolerance, and low latency to customers.

AWS's data center business is characterized by its scale, reliability, and security. The company invests heavily in building and maintaining state-of-the-art data centers equipped with advanced technologies to support the massive scale of its cloud services. Security is paramount, with robust measures in place to protect customer data and ensure compliance with various industry standards and regulations. Physical security features, such as biometric access controls and round-the-clock surveillance, are complemented by sophisticated encryption and network security protocols to safeguard data both in transit and at rest.

AWS is also committed to sustainability and energy efficiency in its data center operations. The company employs innovative technologies and best practices to optimize resource utilization, minimize environmental impact, and maximize energy efficiency. This includes investments in renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, and the implementation of energy-efficient cooling systems and server designs.