AWS, JavaScript, React - Deploy Web Apps on the Cloud - IAM Mechanics (Theory)

The video tutorial explains the IAM workflow in AWS, covering key terms essential for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam. It details the six elements of the IAM workflow: Principles, Authentication, Request, Authorization, Action, and Resources. Each element is explored, starting with principles, which define who can access AWS services. Authentication is required for access, with exceptions for certain services. Requests are made post-authentication, and authorization checks if actions are permitted based on policies. Actions are operations performed on resources, which are AWS service objects. The tutorial emphasizes understanding these concepts for effective AWS management.

What is a 'Principal' in the context of AWS IAM?

• A data storage solution

• A security policy

• A person or application using AWS

• A type of AWS service

Which of the following is NOT a method of authentication in AWS?

• Sending a text message

• Using AWS STS

• Providing a password

• Using secret access keys

What is included in a request made by a Principal in AWS?

• The user's email address

• The desired actions or operations

• The AWS billing information

• The AWS service level agreement

How does AWS determine if a request is authorized?

• By evaluating the request against predefined policies

• By checking the user's email

• By verifying the user's phone number

• By checking the AWS service level agreement

What format does AWS use to store policies?

• YAML

• JSON

• CSV

• XML

Which of the following is an example of an action in AWS?

• Logging into the AWS console

• Sending an email

• Creating a user

• Storing billing information

What happens if a request attempts an unrelated action on a resource?

• The request is automatically approved

• The request is denied by AWS

• The request is redirected to support

• The request is logged for review