AWS Cloud Practitioner

What is the AWS Cloud's value proposition?

The AWS Cloud offers scalability, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and a wide range of services.

What are key benefits of AWS Cloud adoption?

Enhanced security, cost management, elasticity, and access to a global network of data centers.

What concepts define cloud computing?

Elasticity, scalability, and high availability.

What is the AWS shared responsibility model?

It divides security responsibilities between AWS and the user, with AWS responsible for the security of the cloud, and the user responsible for security in the cloud.

What are core AWS security services?

Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS Shield, and AWS WAF.

Why is identity and access management important in the cloud?

It ensures that only authorized users have access to resources and data.

What are core AWS services for compute, storage, and databases?

EC2 for compute, S3 for storage, and RDS for databases.

What is the purpose of AWS management tools like CloudWatch?

To monitor resources, manage systems, and troubleshoot performance issues.

What is the AWS pricing model that allows users to pay for what they use?

Pay-as-you-go.

What does the AWS Free Tier offer?

Free access to a limited set of AWS services for a specified duration or to a certain capacity.

How can AWS costs be monitored?

By using AWS Billing and Cost Management tools, including AWS Budgets and Cost Explorer.

What additional AWS services should you familiarize yourself with?

AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and Virtual Private Cloud (VPC).

What are the deployment options with AWS?

On-premises, cloud, and hybrid deployment options.

What is the purpose of the AWS Pricing Calculator?

To help estimate the cost of using various AWS services.

What are basic architectural principles in AWS?

Design for failure, scalability, and cost optimization.

How can solutions be implemented effectively in AWS?

By focusing on cost effectiveness and high performance.

What does AWS Trusted Advisor do?

Provides real-time guidance to help provision your resources following AWS best practices.

What is an example of a use case for AWS Lambda?

Event-driven programming, such as triggering functions in response to changes in data.

What is the role of AWS CloudTrail?

To log AWS account activity for governance, compliance, and operational auditing.

What is the importance of understanding AWS security services?

To ensure applications and data are protected in the cloud environment.