Cloud Interconnect documentation
Cloud Interconnect extends your external network to the Google network through a high-availability, low-latency connection. You can use Dedicated Interconnect to connect directly to Google. Alternatively, you can use Partner Interconnect to connect to Google through a supported service provider. You can use Cross-Cloud Interconnect to connect to your network that's hosted by another cloud service provider. Learn more
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