What type of network does Amazon VPC provide?

Amazon VPC provides a virtual private cloud that is dedicated to a single AWS account, allowing users to create isolated network environments within the AWS infrastructure. This enables organizations to have complete control over their networking resources, including the selection of IP address ranges, the creation of subnets, and the configuration of route tables and network gateways.

A key benefit of using a virtual network dedicated to a specific AWS account is that it enhances security and privacy since resources within the VPC are not accessible to other AWS accounts or external networks unless explicitly configured. This isolation is critical for compliance and security-sensitive applications. Additionally, you can set up security groups and network ACLs to control inbound and outbound traffic at both the instance and subnet levels.

The other options refer to different forms of networking or environments. A global content delivery network focuses on distributing content efficiently across geographical locations and is not specific to a virtual network for an AWS account. A shared internet connection implies a level of resource sharing that does not align with the private nature of a VPC. A multi-tenant cloud environment suggests that resources are shared among multiple customers, which contrasts with the dedicated aspect of an Amazon VPC.