What is the primary benefit of using OCI archives for data?

Using OCI archives for data primarily offers a cost-effective storage solution for infrequently accessed data. This is particularly beneficial for organizations or individuals that generate large volumes of data but do not require immediate access to it on a regular basis.

OCI Archive Storage is designed to store data that is rarely accessed, allowing users to save on storage costs compared to other more accessible options. This tier is optimized for long-term retention of data, making it ideal for backups, compliance, and other scenarios where the data must be retained but does not require regular retrieval.

In contrast, immediate access to frequently used data, high-speed data processing capabilities, or improved security for sensitive information focus on aspects that are not the primary purpose of OCI archives. Immediate access and high-speed processing are characteristic of more active storage solutions, while security measures apply across various storage types but are not unique to the archival tier. Thus, the functional design of OCI archives underpins their role as a solution for cost-effective storage, particularly for data that does not require frequent access.