AWS Fundamentals: Cloud Infrastructure, Security, and Core Services Explained

AWS Fundamentals: Cloud Infrastructure, Security, and Core Services Explained

Master the building blocks of Amazon Web Services and unlock the power of the cloud!

Whether you're a developer, system administrator, architect, or simply tech-curious, "AWS Fundamentals" is your essential guide to understanding the world's leading cloud platform. This comprehensive book takes you on a journey through AWS core concepts, best practices, and hands-on exploration of its most widely used services.

What You'll Learn:

The ABCs of Cloud Computing: Grasp the advantages of cloud models, demystify essential terminology, and compare AWS to other providers.
Inside AWS Foundations: Navigate the AWS Management Console, explore the global infrastructure, and understand key architectural principles.
Computing Powerhouse: Master EC2 instances, AMIs, flexible purchase options, and make informed instance type selections.
Storage Solutions: Deep dive into S3's versatility (storage classes, versioning, security), EBS volumes, and learn how they integrate.
Security as a Priority: Explore the Shared Responsibility Model, IAM for user management, security groups, and network security with VPCs.
Database Options: Discover the spectrum of AWS database offerings – from managed relational databases (RDS) to the NoSQL powerhouse, DynamoDB.
Scalability and Automation: Learn how Auto Scaling, Elastic Load Balancing, and CloudWatch enable you to build resilient, self-healing systems.
Cost Control: Employ cost allocation tags, analyze your spend with Cost Explorer, and create budgets to avoid billing surprises.
Encryption Essentials: Safeguard your data at rest and in transit with AWS encryption solutions and key management strategies.
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Why This Book:

Beginner-Friendly: Assumes no prior AWS knowledge, providing clear explanations and real-world examples.
Practical Focus: Emphasizes not just theory, but how to apply AWS services to solve common problems.
Security-Minded: Security best practices are woven into every chapter, not treated as an afterthought.
Cost-Conscious: Develop the tools and mindset to use AWS in a financially responsible manner.
Up-to-date: Covers the latest AWS services and features, ensuring knowledge aligns with the ever-evolving platform.