Azure Cosmos DB
AIGlobally distributed, multi-model database service
Overview
Azure Cosmos DB is a fully managed NoSQL database by Microsoft, built for high availability, low latency, and global scalability. It supports multiple data models (document, graph, key-value) and APIs (SQL, MongoDB, Cassandra), enabling seamless integration with existing applications. Ideal for cloud-native, IoT, and real-time analytics solutions, it auto-scales throughput and storage across regions, with built-in redundancy and compliance. Developers rely on it for fast, reliable access to data worldwide, reducing operational overhead while ensuring performance.
Key Features
- Global distribution with sub-10ms latency
- Multi-model support (document, graph, key-value)
- Automatic throughput scaling
- Multiple API compatibility (SQL, MongoDB, Cassandra)
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Fully managed service reduces operational work
- ⊕ Global scalability for worldwide user bases
Cons
- ⊖ Higher cost vs self-managed NoSQL options
- ⊖ Steep learning curve for multi-region optimization