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Google Cloud Dataproc

Google Cloud Dataproc is a fully managed service designed to run Apache Hadoop and Apache Spark workloads with ease. It provides a scalable and cost-effective solution for processing large datasets and performing data analysis using popular open-source frameworks. Dataproc simplifies cluster management by automating tasks such as provisioning, scaling, and monitoring, allowing users to focus on their data processing tasks. The service integrates with other Google Cloud products like BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Dataflow, enabling seamless data movement and analytics. Dataproc supports a range of use cases, from data processing and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) to machine learning and big data analytics.