AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2)

The video tutorial provides an overview of AWS compute services, focusing on EC2 instances. It explains the concept of virtualization and how EC2 allows users to run virtual machines in the cloud. The tutorial highlights the benefits of EC2, such as scalability, cost efficiency, and fast deployment. It also outlines the process of deploying an EC2 instance, including selecting an Amazon Machine Image (AMI), configuring networking and security, and choosing the instance type and availability zone.

What is the primary function of EC2 in AWS?

• To provide storage solutions

• To offer compute services

• To enhance security

• To manage databases

How does EC2 utilize Elastic Block Store?

• As a compute engine

• As a storage mechanism

• As a security feature

• As a networking tool

What is a virtual machine?

• A type of cloud storage

• A software-emulated computer

• A physical server

• A networking device

What is a key advantage of EC2's pay-as-you-go model?

• It offers unlimited storage

• It provides free compute power

• It allows cost-effective scaling

• It includes free support

How quickly can an EC2 instance be deployed compared to traditional methods?

• In minutes

• In hours

• In days

• In weeks

Which operating systems are supported by EC2?

• Only MacOS

• Only Windows

• Windows, Linux, and more

• Only Linux

What is a major benefit of using EC2 for businesses?

• Reduced security

• Limited scalability

• Faster time to market

• Increased hardware costs

How does EC2 ensure reliability?

• Through limited instance types

• By offering free backups

• Through multiple availability zones

• By using a single data center

What is the first step in deploying an EC2 instance?

• Configuring security

• Choosing an instance type

• Attaching storage

• Selecting an AMI

What does an AMI represent in the EC2 deployment process?

• A storage device

• A networking protocol

• A security feature

• A snapshot of a virtual machine