AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Overview

The video tutorial explains the concept of a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) in AWS, highlighting its importance and potential confusion with other acronyms. It delves into the meaning of 'virtual' and how it applies to VPCs, describing them as secure, logical constructs in the public cloud. The tutorial covers VPC components, subnets, connectivity options like VPNs, and the role of endpoints. It also discusses the default VPC provided by AWS and various features such as dynamic IPs and DNS names, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective cloud management.

What does the term 'virtual' imply in the context of a Virtual Private Cloud?

• It is a private cloud with no public access.

• It is a physical cloud infrastructure.

• It is a simulated environment with security features.

• It is a cloud service provided by Microsoft.

How do public and private subnets differ within a VPC?

• There is no difference; both are used interchangeably.

• Public subnets are for internal use only.

• Public subnets are like a DMZ, while private subnets are secure.

• Private subnets are accessible to the public.

What is the purpose of VPC peering?

• To connect VPCs with external networks.

• To provide internet access to a VPC.

• To connect multiple VPCs within AWS for resource sharing.

• To create a backup of a VPC.

What is the role of endpoints in a VPC?

• They are physical devices within the VPC.

• They connect VPCs to Amazon resources.

• They are used to delete VPCs.

• They provide internet access to the VPC.

What does a VPN connection in a VPC signify?

• A direct connection to the internet.

• A public network connection using encryption.

• A connection only within a single VPC.

• A private network with no encryption.

What is a key feature of the default VPC provided by AWS?

• It is automatically deleted after account creation.

• It cannot be used for deploying instances.

• It is recommended not to delete it due to configuration elements.

• It is only available in the free tier.

Why might you want to create your own DNS names in a VPC?

• AWS does not provide DNS names by default.

• AWS provisioned DNS names are not human-friendly.

• Custom DNS names are required for VPC peering.

• Custom DNS names are more secure.