TheFlashArray feature that allows snapshots to be sent to a public cloud targetisCloudSnap.

Why This Matters:

CloudSnap:

CloudSnap is a feature that offloads snapshots to cloud storage providers like AWS S3 or Azure Blob.

It provides a cost-effective and scalable solution for storing backups or archival data in the cloud, ensuring offsite protection and long-term retention.

Public Cloud Integration:

By leveraging public cloud storage, customers can reduce on-premises storage costs while maintaining secure and accessible backups.

Why Not the Other Options?

A. Cloud Block Store:

Cloud Block Store is a cloud-native block storage solution that runs in public clouds (e.g., AWS, Azure). It does not involve sending snapshots to a public cloud target.

C. ActiveCluster:

ActiveCluster provides synchronous replication between two sites for high availability. It does not involve offloading snapshots to the cloud.

Key Points:

CloudSnap:Offloads snapshots to public cloud storage for cost-effective and scalable backups.

Offsite Protection:Ensures data is securely stored in the cloud for disaster recovery or archival purposes.

Integration:Seamlessly integrates with popular cloud providers like AWS and Azure.

References:

Pure Storage FlashArray Documentation: "CloudSnap for Offsite Backups"

Pure Storage Whitepaper: "Cost-Effective Backup Strategies with FlashArray"

Pure Storage Knowledge Base: "Using CloudSnap to Offload Snapshots"