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    Understanding Cloud Storage - Lifecycle Management

    • Hafeez Baig |
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    Refer to this guide to learn how to create an Object Storage in GCP\ <https://scribehow.com/shared/Playing_with_Object_Storage_in_GCP__Cloud_Storage__nEbsQl7pQ02uoOi7v9IeZA>
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    Sign in into the **Google Cloud Platform**
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    Type "**Cloud Storage"** in the search bar and click on the **Cloud Storage** option
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    **What is Cloud Storage?**\ \ In Google Cloud Platform (GCP), **Cloud Storage** is a service that provides scalable and secure object storage for unstructured data. It allows you to store, retrieve, and manage data like images, videos, backups, and other large files. GCP Cloud Storage offers different storage classes (e.g., Standard, Nearline, Coldline, and Archive) to optimize cost and performance based on data access patterns. It also includes features like automatic redundancy, versioning, and integration with other GCP services.
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    **Buckets** wizard will open, click on the Name **my-first-bucket-in28minutes-2**
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    Click on the **LIFECYCLE** tab
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    **What is LIFECYCLE?**\ \ In Google Cloud Storage, a **lifecycle** refers to a set of rules that automate the management of objects over their lifecycle. These rules define actions to be taken based on the age of objects or other criteria, such as transitioning objects to different storage classes (e.g., from Standard to Coldline) or automatically deleting them after a certain period. Lifecycle management helps optimize storage costs and ensures that data is managed efficiently according to its relevance and usage.
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    Scroll to the **Rules** section, here you view all the rules for the Storage Object and click on the **ADD A RULE** button
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    **Add object lifecycle rule** wizard will open, here you can **Select an action** and select the option based on your requirements, then click on the **CONTINUE** button
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    **What is Set storage class to Nearline?**\ \ Setting the storage class to **Nearline** in Google Cloud Storage means that the objects you store will be classified as "Nearline" storage, which is designed for data that is accessed infrequently, typically less than once a month. Nearline storage offers a lower cost compared to Standard storage while still providing quick access to the data when needed. This storage class is ideal for backup and archival data that is not frequently accessed but still needs to be readily available.
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    Scroll to the **Set Conditions** section, here you can select the Conditions for the rule and click on the **CONTINUE** button **Note:** You can select multiple conditions for your rule.
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    **For Example:** Tick the checkbox **Age,** enter **"27"** in the **days** text input field then click on the **CONTINUE** button
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    Click on the **CREATE** button **Note:** It will take sometime to create a new rule and it will be displayed on the Lifecycle dashboard once it's done.
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    Congratulations! on completing this lab and Understanding Cloud Storage - Lifecycle Management