Explain VPCs and private/public network connectivity
Company: Mercor
Role: Software Engineer
Category: System Design
Difficulty: medium
Interview Round: Technical Screen
What is a **VPC** (Virtual Private Cloud)?
Explain the difference between a **private network** and a **public network/subnet**. How do private subnets connect to the Internet securely? Include key components and common architectures.
Overview: This question evaluates competency in cloud networking and system design, focusing on Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), the distinction between private and public subnets, secure internet connectivity, and relevant infrastructure components.