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AWS Management Console

What is it​

A web-based application that provides centralized access to all individual AWS service consoles.

What it's for​

Manage AWS resources, monitor usage, access billing information, and configure services through a graphical user interface.

Use cases​

  • Management and configuration of AWS resources (e.g., launching EC2 instances, configuring S3 buckets)
  • Monitoring the status of services and resources
  • Accessing billing information and managing costs
  • Configuring security and access permissions
  • Exploring and learning about new AWS services

Key points​

  • Graphical interface: Provides an intuitive interface to interact with AWS services
  • Centralized access: Single entry point for all AWS services
  • Customization: Allows dashboard and shortcut customization for most-used services
  • Mobile App: Available as a mobile app for on-the-go management
  • CloudShell: Integration with a browser-based shell for command-line access

Comparison​

  • AWS Management Console: Ideal for visual management, service exploration, and ad-hoc tasks. Does not require command-line or programming knowledge.
  • AWS CLI (Command Line Interface) / SDKs (Software Development Kits): Preferred for automation, scripting, application integration, and managing large volumes of resources. Requires command-line or programming knowledge.