Amazon EC2

Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) is a web service that provides resizable compute capacity in the cloud, allowing users to run virtual servers and manage computing resources easily. It enables scalable deployment of applications by offering on-demand and reserved instances, facilitating flexible scaling to meet varying workloads.

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About Amazon EC2

Amazon EC2 was launched by Amazon Web Services in 2006. It was developed to provide scalable and flexible cloud computing resources, enabling users to rent virtual servers and manage computing power over the internet. The service aimed to address the need for elastic computing capacity, allowing businesses to scale their infrastructure efficiently without investing in physical hardware.

Strengths of Amazon EC2 include its scalability, flexibility, and wide range of instance types, allowing users to tailor resources to specific needs. Weaknesses include potential complexity in cost management and the learning curve for new users. Competitors of Amazon EC2 are Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines, Google Cloud Compute Engine, and IBM Cloud Virtual Servers.

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An Amazon EC2 expert must possess skills in Linux and Windows system administration, proficiency in cloud architecture design, and experience with networking concepts. They should be adept at scripting and automation using tools like AWS CLI, PowerShell, or Python. Knowledge of security best practices, including IAM roles and policies, is crucial. Familiarity with monitoring tools such as CloudWatch and experience in cost optimization strategies are also important.

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