Amazon EC2
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) is a web service that provides resizable compute capacity in the cloud.
Description
Amazon EC2 allows users to rent virtual servers to run applications, providing a scalable and flexible infrastructure. It enables developers to deploy applications quickly without the need for investing in hardware. Users can select from various instance types based on their specific requirements, such as CPU, memory, storage, and networking capabilities. EC2 supports a variety of operating systems and software applications, making it versatile for various use cases. Users have the flexibility to scale their compute capacity up or down according to demand, which is particularly beneficial for applications with variable workloads. Additionally, EC2 integrates with other AWS services, facilitating a comprehensive cloud ecosystem that supports web hosting, data processing, and machine learning tasks. Pricing is based on a pay-as-you-go model, allowing organizations to optimize costs while maintaining the necessary computational power.
Examples
- A startup using Amazon EC2 to host its web application, allowing it to scale resources during peak traffic times.
- A data analytics company employing EC2 instances to process large datasets overnight, reducing costs by utilizing spot instances.
Additional Information
- EC2 offers various pricing options, including On-Demand, Reserved, and Spot Instances, to cater to different workload needs.
- Security features include Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) and IAM roles, ensuring secure access and isolation of resources.