Cloud Object Storage: Overview and Function
Cloud object storage is a system for storing and managing data in a digital environment using a flat, scalable structure. Unlike traditional file systems, which organize data in hierarchical folders, object storage manages data as discrete units called objects. Each object contains the data itself, metadata describing the data, and a unique identifier for retrieval.
Structure and ComponentsAn object storage system typically includes:
Data objects: Individual units of information stored independently.
Metadata: Information about the object, such as creation date, size, or type, which helps in indexing and searching.
Unique identifiers: Keys used to locate and access objects within the storage system.


