5 Tips for Optimizing Multi-Region Cloud Configurations

Multi-region cloud configurations are popular for good reasons. Chief among them is the need for failover handling that ensures availability, speeds up disaster recovery, and prevents data loss in the event of major incidents or regional outages. We all know that regions can go down, and a multi-zone cloud isn’t always enough to avoid extended downtime.

Another driving factor is the desire to offer lower latency for end users. That's especially true if you have a global client base or if you use your cloud network to run lag-sensitive services like gaming, on-demand rich media streaming, or videoconferencing. Less often, you’ll choose a multi-region cloud to comply with data handling regulations, although that’s increasing in importance as regulations mount up.

In this post, I will share tips I've picked up for optimizing your multi-region cloud architecture. Yes, some will be more relevant for active-active environments, and some will be better suited for active-passive, but whatever your underlying use case, you'll find valuable advice.

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