3-1-10 FastConnect Explained

Key Concepts

• FastConnect
• Private Peering
• Public Peering
• Dynamic Routing Gateway (DRG)
• Service Providers

1. FastConnect

FastConnect is a service in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) that provides a private, dedicated connection between your on-premises network and your OCI Virtual Cloud Network (VCN). This connection offers higher bandwidth, lower latency, and more consistent network performance compared to internet-based connections.

Example: Think of FastConnect as a dedicated highway between your office and the OCI data center, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer without the traffic jams (latency) and security risks of public roads (internet).

2. Private Peering

Private Peering in FastConnect allows you to establish a private connection between your on-premises network and your OCI VCN. This connection is isolated from the public internet, providing enhanced security and performance. Private Peering is typically used for sensitive data and applications that require high security.

Example: Private Peering is like a secure underground tunnel connecting your office to the OCI data center, ensuring that your sensitive documents (data) are transported safely and efficiently without exposure to the public.

3. Public Peering

Public Peering in FastConnect allows you to access Oracle services that are available over the public internet, but through your FastConnect connection. This provides a more secure and reliable way to access these services compared to traditional internet connections.

Example: Public Peering is like having a dedicated lane on the highway that leads directly to a specific service provider, ensuring faster and more secure access to that provider's services without having to navigate the entire public road network.

4. Dynamic Routing Gateway (DRG)

The Dynamic Routing Gateway (DRG) is a virtual router that provides a path for private network traffic between your on-premises network and your OCI VCN. The DRG is essential for managing traffic over FastConnect, allowing you to route traffic dynamically based on your network policies.

Example: The DRG is like a smart traffic light system at the entrance of the dedicated highway (FastConnect). It intelligently directs traffic (data) to the correct destinations within your network, ensuring efficient and secure data flow.

5. Service Providers

FastConnect partners with various service providers to offer connectivity solutions. These providers offer different connection options, such as direct connections or cloud exchange services, to meet your specific needs.

Example: Service providers are like different transportation companies offering various services (direct connections, cloud exchange) to help you build the best route (FastConnect) for your data transportation needs.

By understanding these key concepts, you can effectively leverage FastConnect to establish secure, high-performance connections between your on-premises network and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, ensuring efficient and reliable data transfer.