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AWS DataSync is an online data transfer service that simplifies, automates, and accelerates moving data between on-premises storage and AWS.
Last Modified: August 29, 2025
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Key Features
- Automates data transfer between storage systems and AWS.
- Supports online and offline transfers.
- Provides encryption and compression.
- Integrates with AWS storage services.
Common Use Cases
- Automate synchronization between on-premises storage and S3
- Migrate NFS or SMB file shares to AWS
- Replicate backup data to the cloud for disaster recovery
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