AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) - What is AWS?

This video tutorial introduces the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate exam, starting with an overview of AWS and its role as a cloud service provider. It explains the concept of the cloud and how AWS offers various services like compute, storage, and networking. The tutorial also covers the history of AWS, highlighting its initial development for Amazon's needs and subsequent expansion to offer services like S3 and EC2. The video concludes with the benefits of using AWS for IT solutions without the need for extensive infrastructure.

What is the primary role of AWS as mentioned in the course?

• A software development company

• A data analytics firm

• A hardware manufacturer

• A cloud service provider

When did AWS first launch its S3 service?

• 2001

• 2004

• 2006

• 2008

What was the initial purpose of AWS's development?

• To support Amazon's internal needs

• To develop a new programming language

• To compete with Google Cloud

• To provide free services to startups

Which AWS service allows for running virtual machines?

• Lambda

• RDS

• EC2

• S3

What is one of the key benefits of using AWS for IT solutions?

• Developing custom operating systems

• Implementing solutions without infrastructure

• Managing all hardware personally

• Building your own data center