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AWS Global Accelerator vs. Route 53: Choosing the Right Traffic Management Solution

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Christopher Adamson
Jun 21, 2025
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When designing global, resilient, and high-performance applications on AWS, choosing the right traffic management solution is key. Two popular services—AWS Global Accelerator and Amazon Route 53—offer distinct features and benefits, each suited for different use cases. In this article, we’ll explore what sets these services apart, their core functionalities, and when you might choose one over the other.

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