Understanding AWS Transit Gateway

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Understanding AWS Transit Gateway

What is Transit Gateway?

AWS Transit Gateway acts as a cloud router, simplifying network topology and enabling transitive routing between VPCs.

Key Benefits

  • Centralized routing
  • Simplified management
  • Transitive peering
  • Multi-region support

Architecture Patterns

Common patterns include hub-and-spoke, segmented networks, and hybrid connectivity designs.

Implementation

Start with proper CIDR planning, then configure route tables and attachments systematically.