# AWS Core Services

> Master the foundational AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM, and understand their core security implications for cloud workloads.

Canonical: https://codelivly.com/rooms/aws-core-services
Last updated: 2026-09-23

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| Level | Beginner |
| Category | Cloud Security |
| Lessons | 4 |
| Estimated time | 30 min |
| XP | 100 |

This foundational module dives into the core building blocks of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) ecosystem. You will explore the primary compute, storage, networking, and identity services that form the backbone of any AWS architecture. The curriculum covers EC2 for virtualized compute, S3 and EBS for storage, VPC and Security Groups for network isolation, and IAM for granular access control. By mastering these core services and their default security postures, you will build the necessary expertise to design, deploy, and secure foundational AWS workloads effectively.

## Lessons

1. What Is AWS and Why Does It Matter (30 min)
2. Core Services Overview (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM) (30 min)
3. Navigating the AWS Console and CLI (30 min)
4. Guided Lab: Deploying a Basic AWS Environment (30 min)

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