AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Introduction to Amazon FSx

The video tutorial introduces Amazon FSX, a managed file system service that supports Windows and Lustre file systems. It highlights FSX's performance efficiency, AWS integration, and cost optimization. FSX simplifies file sharing by automating server setup and Active Directory integration. It is compatible with applications using SMB protocol and offers features like versioning. The tutorial emphasizes understanding FSX for certification exams and previews the next episode, which will demonstrate creating a Windows file system using FSX.

What is one of the main purposes of FSX?

• To develop mobile applications

• To manage databases

• To implement different types of file systems

• To create virtual machines

Which file systems can be built using FSX?

• Linux and MacOS

• Unix and Solaris

• Windows and Lustre

• iOS and Android

What is a key benefit of FSX being fully managed?

• It needs constant monitoring

• It only supports local storage

• It automates server and share creation

• It requires manual server setup

How does FSX integrate with other AWS services?

• It does not integrate with AWS services

• It only supports AWS Lambda

• It uses a separate protocol

• It integrates with services like CloudWatch

What protocol does FSX use for connectivity into Windows shares?

• NFS

• SMB

• HTTP

• FTP

Why is FSX considered cost optimized?

• It is only available for large enterprises

• It requires high-end hardware

• It focuses on storage rather than compute power

• It needs a full server setup

What will be demonstrated in the next episode?

• Developing a mobile app

• Creating a Windows file system using FSX

• Creating a Linux file system

• Setting up a database