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Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud)

Provides resizable compute capacity in the cloud, allowing users to run virtual servers.

Pros:

  • High scalability and flexibility.

  • Wide range of instance types for different use cases.

  • Pay-as-you-go pricing model.

Cons:

  • Can be complex to manage for large deployments.

  • Costs can add up if not managed properly.

 

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon EC2

AWS Lambda

Description: Runs code without provisioning or managing servers, charging only for the compute time consumed.

Pros:

  • Simplifies the deployment of microservices.
  • Automatically scales with the size of the workload.
  • Pay only for execution time.

Cons:

  • Limited execution time (up to 15 minutes).
  • Cold start latency can be an issue for performance-critical applications.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS Lambda

Amazon Lightsail

Description: Provides easy-to-use cloud resources with a simple management interface, ideal for small businesses and developers who need a straightforward way to launch and manage virtual private servers.

Pros:

  • Simplified interface for managing resources.
  • Predictable, low pricing.
  • Integrated with key AWS services.

Cons:

  • Limited scalability compared to EC2.
  • Less flexibility for advanced configurations.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Lightsail

Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service)

Description: Object storage service that offers industry-leading scalability, data availability, security, and performance.

Pros:

  • Highly durable and available.
  • Cost-effective with various storage classes.
  • Integrated with many AWS services.

Cons:

  • Costs can be unpredictable with frequent data retrievals.
  • Management of object lifecycle policies can be complex.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon S3

Amazon EBS (Elastic Block Store)

Description: Provides persistent block storage volumes for use with Amazon EC2 instances.

Pros:

  • High performance for I/O-intensive workloads.
  • Scalable and easily attachable to EC2 instances.
  • Offers snapshots for data backup.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive for large volumes.
  • Requires management of snapshots and backups.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon EBS

Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service)

Description: Managed relational database service that supports several database engines, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.

Pros:

  • Simplifies database administration tasks.
  • Automated backups, patching, and scaling.
  • High availability with Multi-AZ deployments.

Cons:

  • Limited control over database settings.
  • Costs can be higher compared to self-managed databases.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon RDS

Amazon DynamoDB

Description: NoSQL database service that provides fast and predictable performance with seamless scalability.

Pros:

  • Fully managed with automatic scaling.
  • High availability and durability.
  • Integrated with AWS services for analytics and processing.

Cons:

  • Complex pricing model based on read/write capacity.
  • Limited query capabilities compared to relational databases.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon DynamoDB

Amazon VPC (Virtual Private Cloud)

Description: Allows users to provision a logically isolated section of the AWS cloud where they can launch AWS resources in a virtual network.

Pros:

  • Complete control over the virtual networking environment.
  • Enhanced security with security groups and network ACLs.
  • Supports hybrid cloud setups with VPN and Direct Connect.

Cons:

  • Can be complex to set up and manage.
  • Networking costs can accumulate with high data transfer.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon VPC

Amazon CloudFront

Description: Content delivery network (CDN) service for delivering data, videos, applications, and APIs to customers globally with low latency.

Pros:

  • Reduces latency by caching content at edge locations.
  • Integrated with other AWS services.
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing.

Cons:

  • Initial setup and configuration can be complex.
  • Costs can rise with high data transfer and request volumes.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon CloudFront

AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management)

Description: Provides fine-grained access control to AWS resources.

Pros:

  • Granular control over user permissions.
  • Integrates with other AWS services for centralized management.
  • Supports multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Cons:

  • Complex policies can be difficult to manage.
  • Misconfigurations can lead to security vulnerabilities.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS IAM

AWS Key Management Service (KMS)

Description: Managed service that makes it easy to create and control the encryption keys used to encrypt data.

Pros:

  • Centralized key management.
  • Integrated with many AWS services.
  • High security with hardware security modules (HSMs).

Cons:

  • Costs can add up with high key usage.
  • Limited to AWS ecosystem for key management.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS KMS

Amazon EMR (Elastic MapReduce)

Description: Managed cluster platform that simplifies running big data frameworks like Apache Hadoop and Spark.

Pros:

  • Easy to set up and scale big data clusters.
  • Integrated with AWS data storage services.
  • Cost-effective with spot instances.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive for continuous use.
  • Requires knowledge of big data frameworks.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon EMR

Amazon Kinesis

Description: Platform for real-time processing of streaming data at scale.

Pros:

  • Real-time data processing and analytics.
  • Scalable and fully managed.
  • Supports various data sources and destinations.

Cons:

  • Complex pricing model.
  • Requires expertise in stream processing.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Kinesis

Amazon SageMaker

Description: Fully managed service that provides every developer and data scientist with the ability to build, train, and deploy machine learning models quickly.

Pros:

  • Simplifies the machine learning workflow.
  • Supports popular frameworks and algorithms.
  • Integrated with other AWS services for data processing and storage.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive for large-scale training.
  • Requires expertise in machine learning.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon SageMaker

AWS Rekognition

Description: Service that makes it easy to add image and video analysis to applications.

Pros:

  • Pre-trained models for image and video analysis.
  • Scalable and fully managed.
  • Easy integration with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Limited customization of models.
  • Costs can rise with high-volume usage.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS Rekognition

AWS IoT Core

Description: Managed cloud platform that lets connected devices easily and securely interact with cloud applications and other devices.

Pros:

  • Scalable and fully managed.
  • Secure communication and data processing.
  • Integrated with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Complex setup for large IoT deployments.
  • Costs can add up with high device counts.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS IoT Core

AWS IoT Greengrass

Description: Extends AWS to edge devices so they can act locally on the data they generate while still using the cloud for management, analytics, and durable storage.

Pros:

  • Local processing and offline functionality.
  • Secure and scalable.
  • Easy integration with AWS IoT Core.

Cons:

  • Requires edge device management.
  • Costs can rise with complex deployments.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS IoT Greengrass

Amazon SNS (Simple Notification Service)

Description: Fully managed messaging service for both application-to-application (A2A) and application-to-person (A2P) communication.

Pros:

  • Highly scalable and cost-effective.
  • Supports multiple messaging protocols.
  • Easy to integrate with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Limited message size.
  • Complexity in managing subscriptions and permissions.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon SNS

Amazon SQS (Simple Queue Service)

Description: Fully managed message queuing service that enables you to decouple and scale microservices, distributed systems, and serverless applications.

Pros:

  • Highly reliable and scalable.
  • Supports standard and FIFO queues.
  • Easy integration with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Potential delay in message processing.
  • Costs can add up with high-volume usage.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon SQS

Amazon Connect

Description: Cloud-based contact center service that makes it easy to set up and manage a customer contact center and provide reliable customer engagement at any scale.

Pros:

  • Easy to set up and scale.
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing model.
  • Integrates with other AWS services and third-party applications.

Cons:

  • Limited advanced analytics capabilities.
  • Can be costly for large-scale deployments.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Connect

Amazon Pinpoint

Description: Flexible and scalable outbound and inbound marketing communications service. It helps you engage your customers by sending them email, SMS, push, or voice messages.

Pros:

  • Supports multiple communication channels.
  • Easy to set up and manage campaigns.
  • Detailed analytics and reporting.

Cons:

  • Can be complex to integrate with existing systems.
  • Costs can add up with high-volume messaging.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Pinpoint

Amazon WorkSpaces

Description: Managed, secure Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution that allows you to provision Windows or Linux desktops in just a few minutes.

Pros:

  • Simplifies desktop management.
  • Provides secure, reliable access from any location.
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive compared to traditional VDI solutions.
  • Limited customization options.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon WorkSpaces

Amazon Chime

Description: Communications service that lets you meet, chat, and place business calls inside and outside your organization.

Pros:

  • Easy to use and integrate.
  • High-quality audio and video.
  • Pay-per-use pricing model.

Cons:

  • Limited advanced features compared to other conferencing tools.
  • Can be costly for frequent use.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Chime

Amazon AppStream 2.0

Description: Fully managed application streaming service that provides users with instant access to their desktop applications from anywhere.

Pros:

  • Scalable and secure application streaming.
  • Supports a wide range of applications.
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive for high usage.
  • Requires internet connectivity.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon AppStream 2.0

Amazon WorkLink

Description: Fully managed service that provides secure, one-click access to internal websites and web apps from mobile devices without the need for a VPN.

Pros:

  • Enhances security by eliminating the need for VPNs.
  • Easy to set up and manage.
  • Supports a wide range of mobile devices.

Cons:

  • Limited to web applications.
  • Can be complex to integrate with existing systems.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon WorkLink

Amazon Sumerian

Description: Allows you to create and run virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and 3D applications quickly and easily without requiring any specialized programming or 3D graphics expertise.

Pros:

  • Simplifies the development of AR/VR applications.
  • Integrates with other AWS services.
  • Supports a wide range of devices.

Cons:

  • Limited advanced features compared to other AR/VR platforms.
  • Can be complex for beginners.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Sumerian

Amazon GameLift

Description: Managed service for deploying, operating, and scaling dedicated game servers for session-based multiplayer games.

Pros:

  • Simplifies game server management.
  • Automatically scales based on player demand.
  • Integrated with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Can be expensive for large-scale deployments.
  • Requires integration with game engines.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon GameLift

Amazon Lumberyard

Description: Free, cross-platform, 3D game engine that integrates with AWS and Twitch.

Pros:

  • Powerful game development features.
  • Integration with AWS and Twitch.
  • Free to use.

Cons:

  • Steep learning curve.
  • Requires high-end hardware for development.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Lumberyard

AWS RoboMaker

Description: Service that makes it easy to develop, test, and deploy intelligent robotics applications at scale.

Pros:

  • Simplifies robotics application development.
  • Integrated with AWS services for analytics and machine learning.
  • Provides simulation environments.

Cons:

  • Can be complex for beginners.
  • Costs can add up with extensive simulations.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS RoboMaker

Amazon Braket

Description: Fully managed service that helps you get started with quantum computing by providing a development environment to explore and design quantum algorithms.

Pros:

  • Simplifies access to quantum computing resources.
  • Integrated with other AWS services.
  • Supports multiple quantum hardware providers.

Cons:

  • Still an emerging technology with limited practical applications.
  • Can be expensive for extensive use.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Braket

Amazon Managed Blockchain

Description: Fully managed service that makes it easy to create and manage scalable blockchain networks using the popular open-source frameworks Hyperledger Fabric and Ethereum.

Pros:

  • Simplifies blockchain network setup and management.
  • Scalable and secure.
  • Integrated with other AWS services.

Cons:

  • Can be complex to integrate with existing systems.
  • Limited to supported frameworks.

Lab Link: Getting Started with Amazon Managed Blockchain

AWS Ground Station

Description: Fully managed service that lets you control satellite communications, process satellite data, and scale your satellite operations.

Pros:

  • Simplifies satellite data processing.
  • Integrated with other AWS services for analytics and storage.
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing.

Cons:

  • Niche service with limited use cases.
  • Can be expensive for extensive satellite operations.

Lab Link: Getting Started with AWS Ground Station