AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Root User

The video tutorial explains the AWS root user, its creation, and its powerful capabilities. It highlights the risks of using the root user for daily tasks and recommends creating IAM admin users for regular use. The tutorial outlines tasks that require root user access and compares AWS root user capabilities with root access in Linux and Windows systems. Best practices for managing and securing root user access are also discussed.

What is the AWS root user primarily associated with?

• A specific IAM role

• An email address and password

• A billing account

• A unique AWS service

Why is it not recommended to use the AWS root user for daily tasks?

• It requires multi-factor authentication for every login

• It has unrestricted access, increasing the risk of mistakes

• It is difficult to remember the credentials

• It has limited access to AWS services

What should you do instead of sharing the root user credentials?

• Create IAM admin users for daily operations

• Use the root user for all tasks

• Disable the root user

• Share the credentials with trusted colleagues

Which of the following tasks requires logging in as the root user?

• Creating a new IAM user

• Modifying the AWS support plan

• Launching an EC2 instance

• Accessing the AWS Management Console

What is a recommended practice for storing the root user credentials?

• Store them in a shared document

• Email them to yourself for easy access

• Write them down and keep them in your wallet

• Encrypt and store them securely

How is the AWS root user similar to root access in Linux?

• Both are used for regular system operations

• Both have limited access to system resources

• Both require frequent password changes

• Both provide unrestricted access to the system

What is the best practice for using administrative accounts in AWS?

• Avoid using any admin accounts

• Share admin accounts with all team members

• Create dedicated admin accounts for regular use

• Use the root user for all tasks