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AWS beginner Cloud Computing Cloud Computing: From Zero to Production Module 2 — AWS Fundamentals

AWS Console and Navigation — Your First Look

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What You Will Learn

Beginner

  • How to navigate the AWS Console
  • How to find services
  • How to switch regions and check billing

The AWS Console

The AWS Management Console is the web interface for managing AWS services. It is your dashboard for everything.

Key Areas

AreaWhat it does
Search bar (top)Find any service instantly
Region selector (top right)Switch between regions
Services menuBrowse all 200+ services
Account menuBilling, account settings
Recently visitedQuick access to services you use
Use the search bar
Do not browse menus. Type "S3", "EC2", "IAM" in the search bar. It is the fastest way to navigate.

Practical Exercise

Log in to your AWS Console
Use the search bar to find "S3"
Check your current region (top right)
Go to Billing dashboard
Bookmark the services you use often

Key Takeaways

  • Search bar is the fastest way to find services.
  • Region selector (top right) switches between regions.
  • Account menu has billing and settings.
  • Pin frequently used services to the top bar.
Previously: Lesson 08 created your account.
Today: You learned: Navigate the AWS Console like a pro.
Next: Lesson 10 covers the AWS CLI.
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