Cloud Storage
Cloud Storage is GCP’s object storage service used for files, backups, logs, media, static assets, and large-scale unstructured data.
What it does
Object storage service.
When to use
Use Cloud Storage when you need durable and scalable object storage rather than traditional file or block storage.
Key Concepts
Buckets are top-level containers for stored objects.
Objects are accessed through keys and APIs rather than file-system semantics.
Storage classes help optimize for cost, frequency of access, and retention.
Cloud Storage is often used together with CDN, backups, and data workflows.
Common Use Cases
Storing backups, logs, and application assets.
Serving static content and downloadable files.
Keeping datasets for analytics or ML pipelines.
Interview Questions
What is Cloud Storage?
How is object storage different from block storage?
What is a bucket in cloud object storage?