Filestore
Filestore is a managed file storage service in GCP designed for workloads that need shared file-system semantics rather than object storage.
What it does
File storage.
When to use
Use Filestore when you need shared file storage for workloads that expect a traditional mounted file system.
Key Concepts
File storage differs from object storage and block storage in access model.
Shared file systems are useful for some stateful workloads and legacy applications.
Managed file storage reduces the need to operate storage servers directly.
It is useful when applications require mounted shared volumes.
Common Use Cases
Providing shared file access to multiple workloads.
Supporting applications that require mounted file systems.
Replacing self-managed shared storage servers.
Interview Questions
What is Filestore?
How is file storage different from object storage?
When would a workload need shared file storage?