AWS RDS Concepts and Features

This video tutorial covers the creation and configuration of an AWS RDS database. The instructor, with over eight years of cloud computing experience, guides viewers through setting up a MySQL database using the AWS console. Key topics include selecting engine types, configuring storage and networking options, and setting up security groups. The video also discusses monitoring and backup strategies, emphasizing the importance of automated backups and enhanced monitoring for production environments. Viewers are encouraged to engage with the channel for more content on AWS services and cloud security.

What does RDS stand for in AWS?

• Resource Data System

• Remote Database Service

• Relational Database Service

• Regional Data Storage

What is the main advantage of using AWS RDS?

• It is cheaper than on-premise databases

• It does not require any configuration

• It is a fully managed service by AWS

• It offers unlimited storage

Which option should you select to understand the detailed deployment process of an RDS database?

• Easy Create

• Basic Create

• Standard Create

• Quick Setup

Which database engine is proprietary to AWS and compatible with MySQL?

• Oracle

• PostgreSQL

• MariaDB

• Aurora

What instance class is available under the free tier for RDS?

• C5 Large

• M5 Large

• T3 Micro

• T2 Large

Which storage type allows you to define the IOPS for your RDS instance?

• GP2

• Provisioned IOPS SSD

• GP3

• Magnetic

What is the default port number for MySQL RDS instances?

• 5432

• 1433

• 3306

• 1521

When should you enable public access to your RDS instance?

• When using a private subnet

• For production applications

• For testing or development environments

• When using enhanced monitoring

What feature allows RDS storage to automatically scale up when needed?

• Multi-AZ Deployment

• Storage Auto Scaling

• Enhanced Monitoring

• Provisioned IOPS

What should you enable to keep your RDS instance updated with the latest minor versions?

• Multi-AZ Deployment

• Auto Minor Version Upgrade

• Automated Backups

• Enhanced Monitoring