Which service is used for relational database management systems (RDBMS) in Alibaba Cloud?

ApsaraDB for RDS is the service designed specifically for relational database management systems (RDBMS) in Alibaba Cloud. It provides a streamlined and managed database solution that supports popular database engines like MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB. This service simplifies database management tasks, including deployment, scaling, backup, and recovery, allowing users to focus on the application development rather than the underlying database infrastructure.

The capability of ApsaraDB for RDS to automatically handle tasks such as scaling resources according to workload, performing regular backups, and providing high availability makes it the ideal choice for those needing an RDBMS solution. It also integrates well with other Alibaba Cloud services, enhancing the overall ecosystem for application development.

The other options do not serve the same purpose. Alibaba Cloud Table Store is a distributed NoSQL database service tailored for large-scale applications, while Alibaba Cloud Data Lake Analytics is meant for large-scale data processing and analytics rather than direct database management. Alibaba Cloud Search Service focuses on full-text search capabilities and analytics rather than RDBMS functionalities. Therefore, ApsaraDB for RDS stands out as the specifically designed service for relational databases in Alibaba Cloud.