AliCloud Object Storage Service (OSS) Introduction
[Reprint from ken's post of AliCloud forum]
What is AliCloud OSS?
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AliCloud Object Storage Service (OSS) is a cloud storage service provided by AliCloud, featuring massive capacity, security, low cost, and high reliability.
- AliCloud OSS provides storage through RESTFUL web service interface. In practice, users can upload and download data on any application anytime and anywhere by calling APIs, or perform simple management of data through the Web Management Console.
- The AliCloud OSS can store any type of files, with no maximum total storage limitation (individual object can be as large as 48.8TB), and therefore it is applicable to various scenarios from Enterprise Applications to Individual Web Developments.
How am I billed for using AliCloud OSS?
AliCloud OSS fees are calculated based on the following 3 components:
1/ Total volume of storage consumed: Pay-as-you-go with zero up-front fee, only starting from US$0.0258 / GB / Month
2/ The amount of data transferred from AliCloud OSS to the Internet: No charge for uploading to AliCloud OSS. You only have to pay a nominal fee for data downloading from OSS, starting at US$0.1172 / GB
3/ The number of API requests made: All OSS operations are ultimately API requests, but no charge will incur if you make less than 10,000 requests / hour. If you do exceed, the charge starts at US$0.0016 per next 10,000 requests.
* Note that the charges can be different based on the region where you consume the AliCloud OSS service. For more information, please visit AliCloud OSS Detailed Pricing
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Ken has provided a concise summary of AliCloud Object Storage Service (OSS) and its billing model. To elaborate further:
AliCloud OSS Overview:
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Massive Capacity & Scalability: OSS is designed to handle petabytes of data, allowing businesses to scale their storage needs effortlessly as they grow, without worrying about infrastructure limitations.
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Security: It offers multiple layers of security including server-side encryption, access control through bucket policies and ACLs, HTTPS support for secure data transfer, and anti-leakage protection measures.
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Low Cost: With pay-as-you-go pricing, you only pay for the storage you use, which can significantly reduce costs compared to maintaining on-premises storage solutions.
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High Reliability: Built with 99.99999999% (11 nines) durability, OSS ensures your data is safe against component failures. It also replicates data across multiple zones to prevent data loss.
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Ease of Use: The service is accessible via RESTful API, SDKs in various programming languages, or a user-friendly web console, making it easy to integrate into existing applications or develop new ones.
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Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of use cases, from hosting static website content, storing and serving multimedia files, to archiving critical business data.
Billing Components Explained:
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Storage Fees: Charged based on the total amount of data stored in GB per month. This is a usage-based cost that starts at US$0.0258/GB/Month but may vary by region.
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Data Transfer Out: When data is downloaded from OSS to the internet or another non-AliCloud service, there's a fee involved. Uploading data to OSS is generally free, while downloads start at US$0.1172/GB. Again, rates can differ based on regions and volume.
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API Requests: The first 10,000 requests per hour are free. Beyond this threshold, charges apply, starting at US$0.0016 for every additional 10,000 requests. This encourages efficient API usage and keeps costs predictable for most users who stay within the free tier.
For the most up-to-date and detailed pricing information, always refer to the official AliCloud OSS Pricing page, as prices and terms might be updated over time.
