AWS Snowcone Getting Started

AWS Snowcone is the smallest member of the AWS Snow Family of edge computing, edge storage, and data transfer devices. You can use Snowcone in backpacks for first responders, vehicular, and even drone use cases, or anywhere that necessitates a portable, small form factor device. You can initiate compute applications at the edge and transfer data online with AWS DataSync from edge locations, or ship the device to AWS for offline data transfer.

This course introduces you to Snowcone, its benefits, uses cases, and its pricing model. By the end of the course you will be able to explain Snowcone features and compare Snowcone with other members of the AWS Snow Family.

• Course level: Intermediate
• Duration: 50 minutes

Activities

This course includes self-paced reading modules, overview videos, and a quiz for knowledge check.

Course objectives

In this course, you will learn to:

• Describe the AWS Snowcone service and how it addresses common edge computing, data transfer, and edge storage challenges.
• Differentiate between AWS Snowcone and the other members of the AWS Snow Family.
• Discuss common and practical use cases for AWS Snowcone.
• Describe the key AWS Snowcone technical options and specifications.
• Outline the AWS Snowcone pricing structure.

Intended audience

This course is intended for:

• Storage administrators
• Cloud architects
• Business decision makers
• Cloud administrators
• Migration engineers

Prerequisites

• None

Course outline

Course introduction

• Introduction
• Challenges facing the market
• AWS Snow Family overview

AWS Snowcone

• Introduction to AWS Snowcone
• Workflows and use cases

Technical overview

• Technical specifications
• Services and integration
• Security

Pricing and availability

• Pricing and availability

Knowledge check

• Knowledge check

Resources, survey, and feedback

• Additional resources
• Thank you and feedback