AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Identity and Access Management (IAM) Over

The video tutorial introduces AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), emphasizing its importance in managing access to AWS services. It explains IAM's role, highlighting that it is free to use but actions taken by users can incur charges. Key IAM concepts such as resources, principles, and policies are discussed, along with the IAM architectural model. The tutorial stresses the need for user training to understand the financial implications of their actions within AWS.

What is the primary purpose of Identity and Access Management (IAM) in AWS?

Explain the difference between IAM and managing operating systems or applications within AWS.

What are the three main components of IAM that allow for access management?

Discuss the implications of using IAM in terms of cost and user training.

What are resources in the context of IAM, and how do they relate to actions?

How do principles interact with resources in the IAM model?

What role do policies play in IAM, and how are they structured?