AWS, JavaScript, React - Deploy Web Apps on the Cloud - EC2 Instance Types

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at AWS EC2 instance types, focusing on their customization options, categories, and specific configurations. It highlights the differences between general purpose, compute optimized, and advanced instance types, such as T2 and P4D, and discusses their applications and performance levels. The tutorial emphasizes the scalability and flexibility of AWS EC2, making it suitable for various workloads, from standard applications to resource-intensive tasks. It also touches on the benefits of AWS's robust configuration options compared to smaller providers.

What are the main categories of EC2 instance types mentioned in the video?

• Basic, Advanced, Premium, Enterprise

• General Purpose, Compute Optimized, Memory Optimized, Accelerated Computing, Storage Optimized

• Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large

• Standard, Enhanced, Superior, Ultimate

Which instance types are recommended for staying within the AWS free tier?

• G4 and F1 instances

• M5 and R5 instances

• C6GD and P4D instances

• T2 and T3 micro instances

What is a key characteristic of T2 instances?

• They provide the fastest network speeds.

• They offer a baseline level of CPU performance.

• They are optimized for GPU workloads.

• They have the highest memory capacity.

Compute Optimized instances are best suited for which type of applications?

• Basic web hosting

• Low-latency interactive applications

• Applications requiring large storage capacity

• Compute-bound applications with high-performance processors

What is the maximum VCPU range available in Compute Optimized instances?

• 16 VCPUs

• 32 VCPUs

• 8 VCPUs

• 64 VCPUs

Which instance type offers the highest specifications in terms of GPUs and memory?

• P4D.24xlarge

• T2.micro

• C6GD.metal

• M5.large

What is a significant advantage of using AWS EC2 instances over smaller providers?

• Faster customer support

• Simpler user interface

• Lower cost for all instance types

• Extensive configuration options and scalability