3.2.2.2 - Select an Instance Type
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What is an EC2 instance?
💡 Hint: Think about what AWS offers in terms of computing resources.
Name one general purpose instance type.
💡 Hint: Remember the keyword 'General'.
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What is an EC2 instance?
💡 Hint: Think about what a virtual server allows you to do.
True or False: Reserved Instances provide the same pricing as On-Demand Instances.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how pricing works based on commitment.
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A company wants to set up a data analytics system that requires consistent computing power and can predict workload effectively. What instance type and pricing model should they use? Justify your choice.
💡 Hint: Consider both the nature of the workload and long-term commitments.
You have a project that may require fluctuating resources over time. If you expect spikes in demand every few weeks, which EC2 instance type and pricing model would best meet your needs? Explain.
💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility vs. savings trade-off.
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