Introduction
STACKIT Object Storage is a flexible scalable cloud storage architecture that stores and manages data as objects.
An object typically consists of the data itself, metadata and a unique identifier. The object metadata can be custom defined and the identifier of the object is unique within a given name space. This architecture makes it possible to store all files in a flat structure without hierarchy as data can be addressed through it’s unique identifier. That stands in contrast to other storage architectures like file based storage where data is organized in a hierarchical structure of folders and files and the metadata is fixed to a few values. This architecture makes the Object Storage extremely scalable and perfect to store big amount of unstructured data on it. Data on Object Storage can be accessed through HTTPS-based RESTful APIs known as RESTful Web service.
Use cases
Section titled “Use cases”- Short-term storage of even large amounts of data
- Application integration of data storage
- Use data from anywhere in the world (incl. corresponding safety precautions)
Functions
Section titled “Functions”- Creation of new containers for data storage at any time
- Uncomplicated provision of data storage
- Flexible storage and deletion of files in the storage environment
Block Storage Regions and AZs
Section titled “Block Storage Regions and AZs”The following diagram shows the basic schematic structure of the object storage types in Region 1 (e.g. EU01).
The Object Storage is located on a storage system that is physically separated from the regular Block- and Backup Storage.
The object storage data is distributed/replicated across all 3 availability zones.
The following diagram shows the basic schematic structure of the object storage types in Region 1 (e.g. EU01).
