What is the difference between cloud and AWS?
The cloud is a service that provides scalable and robust computing to users. AWS, or Amazon Web Services offers this same functionality in an easy-to-use interface through its internet infrastructure technology known as “AWS.” The two terms are often used interchangeably because they provide many of the same features but focus on different aspects depending upon your needs for them — so if you’re not sure which term applies best then ask yourself what other services would need access from these types of systems and? this should give you a good indication of your needs and how the two differ.
What is an AWS instance?
The “instance” part of the term “AWS instance,” stands for virtual machine; it’s what provides the access to computing resources via the cloud interface. The world of IT has come a long way from having to build out your own machines, one at a time, in order to get them up and running for any purpose — especially when considering that you often need several different types or groups that might be working on separate projects so having access to multiple systems would seem like a luxury not typically available and oftentimes beyond budget.
When users log onto their account with AWS they can request any type of system they want; it’s up to them to determine the specific type that they need. The user will then be able to set whatever parameters they want, so if the instance is used for something else in the future it can be easily reconfigured without having to go through all of the work again.
And, when working with AWS users have one less thing to worry about because getting started is super easy — requiring just a few steps before your new server is ready, running and all yours!
You get access via an API or command line interface but there are options available for integrating with other systems as well. The cloud has really opened up possibilities for business owners who are looking into creating their own platforms but don’t have any expertise in this area; sometimes there is just too much to learn with traditional hosting.
The services are available on a month-to-month basis and there is no contract required, making it flexible enough to where you won’t have to worry about being locked into something for an extended period of time. So if you are looking for a long term solution this may not be the best option but what’s great about working with Amazon is that they keep getting better as they continue growing so hopefully soon enough these changes will help justify sticking around. This all depends on your own needs so one way or another, things should work out!
