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Chapter 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing & AWS

The chapter explores the fundamentals of cloud computing, emphasizing its benefits such as cost efficiency and scalability. It delineates three primary cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, with examples from Amazon Web Services (AWS). Additionally, it provides insights into AWS's global infrastructure, navigation of the AWS Management Console, and the setup of a Free Tier AWS account.

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Sections

  • 1

    Introduction To Cloud Computing & Aws

    This section introduces cloud computing and Amazon Web Services (AWS), covering its advantages, service models, and infrastructure.

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  • 1.1

    Learning Objectives

    This section outlines the key learning objectives for understanding cloud computing and AWS.

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  • 1.2

    What Is Cloud Computing?

    Cloud computing enables on-demand access to IT resources over the internet with flexible pricing and scalable solutions.

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  • 2

    Cloud Service Models

    This section provides an overview of the three main cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

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  • 2.1

    Infrastructure As A Service (Iaas)

    Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offers virtualized computing resources over the internet, allowing users to manage their infrastructure without owning physical hardware.

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  • 2.2

    Platform As A Service (Paas)

    Platform as a Service (PaaS) provides a complete development and deployment environment in the cloud.

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  • 2.3

    Software As A Service (Saas)

    Software as a Service (SaaS) delivers software applications over the internet, allowing users to access and use software without managing the underlying infrastructure.

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  • 3

    Introduction To Amazon Web Services (Aws)

    This section provides an overview of Amazon Web Services (AWS), detailing its core services and global infrastructure.

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  • 3.1

    Core Services

    This section provides an overview of the core services offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), focusing on compute, storage, databases, and networking.

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  • 4

    Aws Global Infrastructure

    AWS's infrastructure is organized into Regions and Availability Zones, enabling high availability and scalability.

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  • 5

    Navigating The Aws Management Console

    The AWS Management Console is a web-based interface that allows you to manage AWS services effectively.

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  • 5.1

    Key Features

    This section explores the essential features of cloud computing and Amazon Web Services (AWS), emphasizing the benefits and capabilities that these technologies bring.

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  • 6

    Setting Up An Aws Free Tier Account

    This section covers the steps required to set up an AWS Free Tier account, allowing users to explore AWS services at no cost.

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  • 6.1

    Steps To Set Up

    This section provides a clear guide on how to set up an AWS Free Tier account, detailing the necessary steps and security considerations.

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  • 6.2

    Security Tip

    Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enhances the security of your AWS account.

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  • 7

    Summary

    This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of cloud computing, particularly focusing on AWS and its various services.

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  • 8

    Hands-On Exercise

    This section focuses on setting up an AWS Free Tier account and exploring the AWS Management Console.

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  • 8.1

    Objective

    This section outlines the learning objectives for understanding cloud computing and AWS.

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What we have learnt

  • Cloud computing delivers IT...
  • AWS offers various cloud se...
  • Understanding AWS's global ...

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