Amazon EBS launches Local Snapshots for AWS Dedicated Local Zones
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Amazon EBS has launched Local Snapshots for AWS Dedicated Local Zones, a new feature designed to improve data backup and compliance for customers with specific geographical and regulatory requirements.
- Local Snapshots allow customers to create EBS volume backups within the same geographical boundary as their volumes
- Supports data isolation and data residency use cases for Dedicated Local Zones
- Enables creation of IAM policies to enforce snapshot storage within the Local Zone
- Compatible with Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) for automated snapshot creation and retention
- Accessible through AWS Console, CLI, and SDKs
This feature helps organizations maintain data sovereignty and meet specific compliance requirements by keeping backups within designated geographical boundaries.
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