AWS Tutorial AWS Solutions Architect and SysOps Administrator - How to Configure EC2 Instance?

This lecture covers the process of configuring EC2 instances on AWS. It begins with an introduction to EC2 and the necessary configurations, such as selecting the operating system and instance type. The lecture explains how to choose an Amazon Machine Image (AMI) and the importance of selecting the right instance type based on business needs. It also discusses configuring instance details, adding tags, and setting up security groups. Finally, the lecture guides through reviewing and launching the EC2 instance, ensuring all configurations are correct before deployment.

What is the primary purpose of configuring the hard drive space for an EC2 instance?

• To store operational data

• To enhance network speed

• To execute runtime instructions

• To store the operating system

Which of the following is NOT a component of an Amazon Machine Image (AMI)?

• Network configuration

• Installed applications

• Application server

• Operating system

What does the AMI ID represent?

• The storage capacity of the instance

• The amount of RAM allocated

• A unique identifier for the AMI in a specific AWS region

• The type of processor used

Which instance family is most suitable for CPU-intensive applications?

• GPU instances

• Compute optimized

• Memory optimized

• General purpose

What is the default root volume size for an EC2 instance?

• 4GB

• 8GB

• 16GB

• 32GB

Why are tags important when configuring an EC2 instance?

• They increase the processing speed

• They help identify and manage instances

• They provide additional storage

• They enhance security

What is the purpose of a key pair in EC2 instance configuration?

• To allocate memory

• To manage network settings

• To enable secure access to the instance

• To configure storage options

Which user name is used by default to access an Amazon Linux EC2 instance?

• ec2-user

• admin

• ubuntu

• root

What happens after you click 'Launch Instances' in the AWS Management Console?

• The instance is deleted

• The instance is paused

• AWS starts provisioning the EC2 instance

• The instance is duplicated

How can you access an EC2 instance over the internet?

• By using a private IP

• By using a public IP and SSH

• By using a VPN

• By using a local network