What is the main function of AWS Direct Connect?

The main function of AWS Direct Connect is to create a dedicated network connection between your on-premises data center and AWS. This dedicated connection allows for a more stable and consistent performance compared to using the public internet. With AWS Direct Connect, organizations can establish a high-throughput, low-latency connection, which is particularly advantageous for applications that require steady bandwidth, such as those dealing with large data transfers.

This service is especially beneficial for enterprises that need to maintain secure and reliable connectivity for critical workloads. The physical connection to AWS helps in reducing transmission costs and improving performance by bypassing the unpredictability of the internet.

While a VPN can provide secure connections over the public internet, it does not offer the same level of performance or reliability that a dedicated connection like AWS Direct Connect does. Moreover, it’s distinct from managed application deployment services and does not relate to access over the public internet, which is a broader and less controlled approach to connectivity. Thus, AWS Direct Connect is focused on providing a dedicated, private connection, making it the ideal choice for organizations looking to connect directly to AWS infrastructure.