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AWS Interconnect - multicloud connectivity with Microsoft Azure in preview

AWS Interconnect now supports Microsoft Azure, simplifying multicloud connectivity management.

AWS has announced the preview of AWS Interconnect for multicloud connectivity with Microsoft Azure. Previously, connecting workloads across multiple cloud providers required complex DIY approaches. AWS Interconnect provides a managed, consistent experience for connections between AWS and Azure, along with OCI and Google Cloud. The preview is available in US East (N. Virginia), US West (N. California), Asia Pacific (Sydney), and Europe (Frankfurt) regions.

Why it matters

A new service simplifying connections between AWS and other cloud providers, aimed at users needing efficient network management in multicloud environments.

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