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The AWS Management Console is, in short, a web application that allows you to access all AWS resources. Through the AWS Management Console, you can view all resources and workloads. You can access different services, manage your billing, manage security credentials, and more.
After signing up for an AWS (Amazon Web Services) account, you can go to the AWS Management Console and start with AWS services.
How to Access the AWS Management Console
You can access the Management Console through any browser by using the console.aws.amazon.com link. AWS users also enjoy the flexibility of using the AWS console on their mobile devices, tablets, and desktop clients.
You can also configure the interface to suit your individual or business needs. You can access recent services pin frequently used services, and from the top left menu, users can access AWS regions.
How to Configure the AWS Management Console
If you want to use free-tier eligible services, configure an eligible region by choosing from the top-left dropdown. The dropdown arrow below the username allows users to configure account details, billing details, and security credentials.
Note that AWS costs vary with region. Some free-tier discounts are only available in the US East, Northern Virginia, and US Central regions.
What AWS Resources Can You Access Through the Console?
Launch a Virtual Machine on EC2
You can access Reserved Instances via the AWS Management Console. Virtual Machines will help you run workloads on both Windows and Linux servers. The Management Console will take you through the whole process of launching an EC2, from choosing the instance type to configuring policies and adding tags
Build a Web App with Elastic Beanstalk
Use AWS Lightsail
Use AWS Route 53
Amazon SES
Features of the AWS Management Console
The AWS Management Console is an easy-to-use interface for accessing cloud services. Users can pin their favorite applications on the top bar. Users can also drag and drop services to the dashboard for easy access. You can also change the GUI to display services as text, icons, or both.
Other features of the AWS Management Console include:
Security
Supported On All Browsers
Access to the AWS Market Place
The Bottom Line
There you have the ultimate guide on performing tasks on the AWS Management Console. This console is always changing, thanks to the continuous advancement of the AWS cloud.
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