The AWS Management Console is a web-based interface that allows you to access and manage your AWS services. It provides a user-friendly way to interact with AWS resources, making it easier for both beginners and experienced users to navigate and utilize AWS services effectively.

• Overview: The dashboard is the first screen you see when you log into the AWS Management Console. It provides a high-level overview of your AWS account, including recent activity and shortcuts to commonly used services.
• Navigation: The dashboard includes a search bar, service shortcuts, and a navigation menu to quickly access different AWS services.

• Service List: The left-hand side of the console features a comprehensive list of AWS services categorized by function (e.g., Compute, Storage, Database).
• Search Bar: You can use the search bar at the top of the console to quickly find and access specific services.

• Resource Groups: Allows you to create and manage groups of AWS resources that share common tags.
• Tagging: Tags are key-value pairs that help you organize and manage your AWS resources.

• Billing and Cost Management: Access detailed billing information, set up budgets, and view cost reports.
• Security Credentials: Manage your AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) users, roles, and policies.

1. Log in to the AWS Management Console: Navigate to AWS Management Console and log in with your credentials.

2. Navigate to EC2 Service:

   • Use the search bar to type "EC2" and select "EC2" from the dropdown list.
   • Alternatively, find "EC2" under the "Compute" category in the service list.

3. Launch Instance:

   • Click on the "Launch Instance" button.
   • Choose an Amazon Machine Image (AMI) from the list. For this example, select the "Amazon Linux 2 AMI".
   • Choose an Instance Type. For beginners, the "t2.micro" instance type is a good starting point as it is eligible for the free tier.

4. Configure Instance:

   • Click "Next: Configure Instance Details".
   • Leave the default settings and click "Next: Add Storage".

5. Add Storage:

   • The default storage configuration is usually sufficient. Click "Next: Add Tags".

6. Add Tags:

   • Add a tag with the key "Name" and value "MyFirstInstance" to easily identify your instance later.
   • Click "Next: Configure Security Group".

7. Configure Security Group:

   • Create a new security group with the following settings:
     • Security group name: "MyFirstSecurityGroup"
     • Description: "Security group for my first instance"
     • Add a rule to allow SSH access (port 22) from your IP address.
   • Click "Review and Launch".

8. Review and Launch:

   • Review your instance configuration and click "Launch".
   • You will be prompted to select an existing key pair or create a new one. Choose "Create a new key pair", name it "MyFirstKeyPair", and download the key pair file (.pem).
   • Click "Launch Instances".

9. View Instance:

   • Click "View Instances" to see your newly launched instance in the EC2 dashboard.

1. Log in to the AWS Management Console.
2. Navigate to S3 Service:
   • Use the search bar to type "S3" and select "S3" from the dropdown list.
3. Create a Bucket:
   • Click on the "Create bucket" button.
   • Enter a unique bucket name (e.g., "my-first-s3-bucket").
   • Choose a region close to you.
   • Leave the default settings and click "Create bucket".
4. Upload an Object:
   • Click on the bucket name to open it.
   • Click "Upload" and add a file from your computer.
   • Click "Upload" to upload the file to your S3 bucket.
5. Set Permissions:
   • Click on the uploaded file.
   • Go to the "Permissions" tab and set the appropriate permissions (e.g., make the file public).

1. Log in to the AWS Management Console.
2. Navigate to S3 Service:
   • Use the search bar to type "S3" and select "S3" from the dropdown list.
3. Create a Bucket:
   • Click on the "Create bucket" button.
   • Enter a unique bucket name (e.g., "my-first-s3-bucket").
   • Choose a region close to you.
   • Leave the default settings and click "Create bucket".
4. Upload an Object:
   • Click on the bucket name to open it.
   • Click "Upload" and add a file from your computer.
   • Click "Upload" to upload the file to your S3 bucket.
5. Set Permissions:
   • Click on the uploaded file.
   • Go to the "Permissions" tab and set the appropriate permissions (e.g., make the file public).

The AWS Management Console is a powerful tool that simplifies the management of AWS resources. By understanding its key features and functionalities, you can efficiently navigate and utilize AWS services. The practical examples and exercises provided in this section should help you get started with using the AWS Management Console effectively. In the next module, we will dive deeper into core AWS services, starting with Amazon EC2.