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What is RDS?
Rather than having a database stored on a local file, the RDS database is stored on the cloud.
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What is RDS?
Simple Definition: Rather than having a database stored on a local file, the RDS database is stored on the cloud.
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+- RDS: Relational Database Service
+- a web service provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS) that allows individuals to set up, operate, and scale a database while storing it in the cloud
+- RDS makes it easy to set up, operate, and scale a MySQL database instance in the case of AP Computer Science at Del Norte High Schools
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+By using RDS, individuals can offload the administrative tasks of database management
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+- examples: hardware provisioning, software patching, backups, and database scaling, to AW
+- RDS takes care of the underlying infrastructure allowing more time to work on website features
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+Key Features and Benefits of RDS:
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+- Managed service: AWS manages the infrastructure, database setup, patching, and backups, reducing your administrative burden.
+- Scalability: RDS allows you to scale your database instance up or down based on a users needs, which ensures efficiency
+- Security: RDS provides built-in security features, such as encryption at rest and in transit, network isolation, and user access control
+- Automated software patching: RDS can automatically apply patches and updates to the database software, reducing downtime and ensuring security.
+- Stores information in the cloud instead of just locally --> can not be easily deleted and ruined
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+- Overall Takeaway:
+- RDS simplifies the process of deploying and managing relational databases, making it a popular choice for many organizations seeking a scalable and reliable database solution in the cloud
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