AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Authentication

The video tutorial explains the concept of authentication within AWS, focusing on IAM roles, users, and groups. It details the process of authentication, emphasizing the validation of identity through credentials. The tutorial compares single-factor and multi-factor authentication, providing examples like passwords and biometric scans. It also discusses AWS-specific authentication methods, including user accounts for console access and roles for process authentication. The video concludes with a focus on AWS console and API authentication, highlighting the use of access keys and secret keys.

What are the two types of keys used for API and CLI access in AWS?

Why is it important to have a longer secret key compared to a regular password?

What steps must be taken to authenticate a user in AWS?