A dedicated, private network connection between on-premises facilities and AWS. It does not use the public internet, providing higher bandwidth, lower latency, and more consistent performance.
The premium alternative to VPN on CLF-C02 and SAA-C03. Equivalent to Azure ExpressRoute. Question: when do you choose Direct Connect over VPN? High data transfer, low latency requirements, or regulatory compliance.
AWS Direct Connect is a concept that can show up on the exam. Check the full guide to see it in context.