4 Core AWS services
This chapter covers
- Introducing core Compute Services
- Identifying core Storage Services
- Reviewing core Database Services
- Evaluating Networking and Content Delivery Services
- Examining AWS Management Tools
In chapter 3, we learned about hosting IT infrastructure on AWS, methods of deploying and operating in AWS, and how the AWS global infrastructure works to provide secure and reliable cloud computing services. In this chapter, we continue learning about different parts of AWS Cloud by identifying core compute services, storage services, database services, networking and content delivery services, and the different AWS management tools available.
4.1 Compute Services
Some of the most widely used AWS services are their compute services. As the name suggests, AWS’s compute services provides cloud-based computational resources to its customers. Previously, in order to acquire computing power, you had to physically purchase a computer or server with technical specifications that matched your needs.