AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) - Setting Up an EC2 Windows Instance Lab

The video tutorial guides viewers through the process of launching a Windows instance on AWS EC2. It covers selecting a Windows Server AMI, configuring instance parameters, setting up security groups, and launching the instance. The tutorial also highlights the differences between launching Windows and Linux instances, emphasizing the ease and speed of launching a Windows Server on virtual hardware. Additionally, it explores monitoring and management options available in the AWS Management Console, including security group configurations and networking rules.

What is the primary similarity between launching a Windows instance and a Linux instance on AWS?

• Both require different virtual hardware configurations.

• Both use the same virtual hardware configuration.

• Windows instances require more configuration steps.

• Linux instances are more complex to launch.

Which Windows Server AMI was selected in the tutorial?

• Windows Server 2019

• Windows Server 2016

• Windows Server 2012 R2

• Windows Server 2008 R2

Why was General Purpose SSD chosen for the Windows instance storage?

• It is cheaper than magnetic disk.

• Windows is more disk intensive than Linux.

• It is the only option available.

• It provides better security features.

What is the purpose of adding tags to an AWS instance?

• To enhance network performance.

• To increase storage capacity.

• To improve security settings.

• To categorize and manage instances.

Which protocol is allowed by default in the security group for a Windows instance?

• HTTP

• RDP

• FTP

• SSH

What is the significance of using a key pair when launching an instance?

• It allows secure access to the instance.

• It increases the instance's processing power.

• It is required for billing purposes.

• It is used for encrypting data.

How long does it typically take to launch a Windows Server instance without explanations?

• About 1 hour

• About 30 minutes

• About 3 minutes

• About 10 minutes

What can be configured in the AWS Management Console after launching an instance?

• Only the instance type

• Only the storage options

• Only the operating system

• Security groups, tags, and network settings

What is the default rule for outbound traffic in AWS security groups?

• All outbound traffic is blocked.

• All outbound traffic is allowed.

• Only RDP traffic is allowed.

• Only HTTP traffic is allowed.

What is the main difference in security group settings between Windows and Linux instances?

• Windows instances use SSH by default.

• Linux instances allow RDP by default.

• Linux instances have no default security settings.

• Windows instances allow RDP by default.