AWS stands for Amazon Web Services — Amazon’s massive cloud computing platform.
At its core, AWS lets you rent computing power, storage, databases, and tools without ever owning a physical server. Instead of buying expensive hardware and maintaining it yourself, you just “turn on” what you need in the cloud and pay only for what you use — much like paying for electricity or water.
This simple shift has completely changed how startups and enterprises build products.
Why AWS is Popular
- Scalability → Whether you’re running a small app with 10 users or a global platform with millions, AWS can handle it. You can scale up or down instantly.
- Reliability → AWS runs on Amazon’s global infrastructure, which is designed to keep your services online 24/7.
- Cost-efficiency → Instead of paying upfront for servers, you pay per hour or per request. Start small, then grow as needed.
- Ecosystem → AWS is more than just servers. It includes tools for AI, machine learning, analytics, storage, content delivery, and more.
A Simple Analogy
Think of AWS like electricity. In the past, companies had to build their own power plants (servers). Now, they just plug into the grid (AWS).
That’s why most startups today run on AWS. It allows them to focus on building their product, not managing infrastructure.
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