Episode 97 — Virtual Private Cloud Designs — Hub-and-Spoke, Peering

This episode examines common Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) design models. The hub-and-spoke model centralizes resources and security services in a main hub network, with connected spoke networks for workloads or departments. Peering connects VPCs directly for low-latency communication without traversing the public internet. We outline when each model is ideal based on security, performance, and management complexity.We also address design considerations like routing table management, overlapping IP ranges, and traffic flow monitoring. For the Cloud+ exam, understanding these architectures ensures you can design secure and scalable network layouts that fit organizational needs. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber prepcasts, books, and information to strengthen your certification path.