Course 1 Getting started with AWS

AWS Could use Cases

• AWS enables you to build sophisticated, scalable applications
• Applicable to a diverse set of industries
• Use cases include
  • Enterprise IT, Backup & Storage, Big Data analytics
    Website hosting, Mobile & Social Apps
    Gaming

AWS Regions

A region is a cluster of data centers
Most AWS services are region-scoped

How to choose an AWS Region

• Compliance with data govenance and legal requirements
• Proximity to customers: reduced latency
• Available services within a Region
• Pricing