What type of user benefits from using NetApp Cloud Volumes Service for AWS?

The user who is familiar with NetApp ONTAP software administration benefits from using NetApp Cloud Volumes Service for AWS because this service is closely aligned with ONTAP's features and functionalities. Those with experience in ONTAP will find it easier to navigate, manage, and optimize Cloud Volumes, as it employs similar management tools and paradigms.

Understanding ONTAP allows users to leverage their existing skills in data management, snapshots, cloning, and data protection offered by the Cloud Volumes Service. Moreover, familiarity with ONTAP enables more effective use of features such as data tiering, which aligns cloud storage with performance needs, providing a seamless transition from on-premises environments to the cloud.

The other options discuss contexts that do not specifically tie into the capabilities of the Cloud Volumes Service. For instance, a user with strict policies on software versions might not capitalize on the flexibility offered by cloud services. Similarly, while the iSCSI protocol is well-supported, the service is primarily designed for file services rather than managing block storage requirements across multiple applications. The need for high-performance shared file services is valid but does not directly link back to the specialized knowledge of NetApp ONTAP administration that can greatly enhance the user's experience with the