https://ai-blog.noorshomelab.dev/tags/infrastructure/Recent content in Infrastructure on AI VOIDHugoenThu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://ai-blog.noorshomelab.dev/netflix-internals-guide-2026-03-19/global-infrastructure-aws-cdn/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://ai-blog.noorshomelab.dev/netflix-internals-guide-2026-03-19/global-infrastructure-aws-cdn/<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2> <p>Welcome to Chapter 3 of our deep dive into Netflix&rsquo;s internal workings! In the previous chapter, we laid the groundwork by understanding Netflix&rsquo;s microservices architecture and the principles driving its distributed design. Now, we shift our focus to the very foundation of its global reach and incredible performance: its hybrid infrastructure.</p> <p>This chapter will explain how Netflix leverages a powerful combination of Amazon Web Services (AWS) for its vast array of backend services and a custom-built Content Delivery Network (CDN) called Open Connect for delivering video streams. Understanding this dual-pronged approach is crucial for grasping how Netflix achieves its unparalleled scalability, resilience, and low-latency streaming experience across over 190 countries.</p>