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You are managing a free file-sharing service on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) utilizing Cloud Storage. Users have the ability to upload multiple versions of a file, with each version being archived after 30 days. These archived versions are accessed monthly to generate user reports. Occasionally, the archive data is updated at the end of the month. How would you optimally design this solution?
You are managing a free file-sharing service on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) utilizing Cloud Storage. Users have the ability to upload multiple versions of a file, with each version being archived after 30 days. These archived versions are accessed monthly to generate user reports. Occasionally, the archive data is updated at the end of the month. How would you optimally design this solution?
Explanation:
Correct Answer: B
Nearline Storage is the optimal choice for this scenario due to its cost-effectiveness for data accessed less frequently but requiring quicker retrieval than Coldline Storage. Since the archived versions are accessed monthly for report generation, Nearline ensures the data remains accessible without incurring the higher retrieval costs associated with Coldline.
Why not A, C, or D?
- A & C suggest transitioning to Coldline Storage, which would incur higher retrieval costs for monthly access, making it less economical.
- D involves an unnecessary initial storage in regional storage, which doesn't align with the scenario's requirements. Nearline Storage directly addresses the need for cost-effective, accessible storage for monthly accessed data.
For more details on lifecycle rules in Google Cloud Storage, refer to the official documentation.