Introduction¶ On December 12, 2024, Amazon announced the exciting addition of support for Graviton3 based r7gd instances in six additional regions for the Amazon OpenSearch Service (AOS). This update brings not only geographical expansion but also significant enhancements in performance, particularly for memory-intensive workloads. The focus of this guide is to explore the implications and …

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In December 2024, Amazon Redshift announced the general availability of an exciting feature known as auto-copy for its operations in the AWS GovCloud (US) Regions. This feature significantly simplifies data ingestion from Amazon S3 into Amazon Redshift. Auto-copy allows users to efficiently set up continuous file ingestion without the complexity of additional tools or custom …

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Introduction¶ Amazon Bedrock Guardrails now supports additional languages, specifically Spanish and French, enhancing the flexibility and applicability of its features for users around the globe. This innovation facilitates the implementation of robust safeguards for generative AI applications, ensuring compliance with responsible AI policies. It empowers developers to tailor their content management strategies to accommodate a …

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Amazon DynamoDB has significantly raised the bar for secure data management solutions in the cloud. As of December 13, 2024, the platform has announced its support for FIPS 140-3 interface VPC and Streams endpoints, providing unparalleled security features for organizations handling sensitive information. In this guide, we will dive deep into the implications of these …

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Introduction¶ On December 13, 2024, AWS announced the opening of a new AWS Direct Connect location in Osaka, Japan. This new facility, located within the Telehouse OS2 data center, significantly enhances the connectivity options for businesses operating in the region. By connecting your network to AWS at the Osaka location, you gain private, direct access …

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In December 2024, AWS announced an exciting enhancement to AWS Cloud Map, now supporting service-level attributes. This update allows users to store and access service-level information at the service level, streamlining how cloud resources are managed and discovered. With AWS Cloud Map, you can define custom names for various application resources like Amazon ECS tasks, …

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AWS Resource Explorer has recently expanded its capabilities by supporting 59 new resource types, enabling users to manage and search for a wide array of resources across all AWS commercial regions. This enhancement is particularly beneficial for organizations utilizing services such as Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS), Amazon Kendra, AWS Identity and Access Management …

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In December 2024, AWS Elemental MediaConnect Gateway introduced a significant feature: support for source-specific multicast (SSM). This enhancement allows you to specify both a multicast group address and an optional source IP address when creating or updating MediaConnect Gateway bridge sources. The integration of SSM provides greater flexibility, security, and efficiency in live video workflows, …

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In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, organizations must continuously adapt their resources to optimize performance and cost efficiency. One significant update to Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the introduction of Instance Bandwidth Configurations (IBC) for EC2 instances, specifically designed for 8th generation, Graviton-based instances. This guide will take you through the ins and outs …

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In December 2024, Amazon AppStream 2.0 introduced a significant enhancement for its users by allowing them to save their user preferences between streaming sessions. This feature adds convenience and consistency to the user experience, catering to users who rely on AppStream 2.0 for their cloud-based applications. By enabling the persistence of client preferences, apps can …

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