Ever wondered what happens if you want to switch cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure after using them for a while? That’s where vendor lock-in comes into play.
Vendor lock-in means that once you’re heavily invested in a specific provider’s tools and services, it can be tough—and expensive—to switch to another one.
Here’s why it happens:
- Unique Tools: Each provider has its own set of tools, which can make moving platforms complicated.
- Cost of Moving Data: Transferring large amounts of data between providers can be costly.
- Different Technologies: Each platform uses different technologies, making it hard to migrate your setup smoothly.
But there are ways to avoid getting stuck! Using multi-cloud strategies, open-source tools, or containerization can help keep your options open.
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