Category: Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Setting up WordPress on AWS is a breeze if you follow these three steps. But before you dive in, make sure you’ve signed up for AWS. During the sign-up, you’ll need to verify your account using a credit card – they’ll hit you with a $1 charge and send a verification code via SMS.

Once you’re all set, opt for the Free support plan and find yourself in the console, where the real action begins.

Step 1: Launch and configure a WordPress instance

Your first task is to kick off an AWS EC2 instance. These are like virtual servers but simpler, ideal for your AWS debut.

To get an instance going, scout for the “Launch a virtual machine” option on your console’s main screen. It’s like giving birth to a new virtual machine.

Now, pick what type of instance to launch. Keep it simple by going for the AWS Marketplace option on the left-hand menu. There, you’ll find a smorgasbord of pre-built machine setups ready for your use.

If you’re lazy, use the search feature for “WordPress” setups. You’ll be bombarded with over 100 configurations. Look for the WordPress Certified by Bitnami and Automattic option – it’s the golden ticket.

Clicking “Select” reveals the juicy details and hourly fees for different instance levels. Don’t fret; we’re not breaking the bank.

Moving on, you get to decide the kind of instance you want. For the tight-budget folks, the t2.small setup with 2 GB of RAM is your buddy. If you’re feeling generous, go with t2.medium for 2 vCPUs and 4 GB of RAM.

For the tech-savvy folks, pick whatever suits your needs. It’s like choosing your weapon – the decision is yours.

After the instance selection, review the configuration. If you’re a VPS rookie, stick with the default settings. WordPress will run smoothly without any hiccups.

Feeling adventurous? Check the AWS documentation before tweaking anything. Click “Next” to decide on storage. Remember, AWS charges you for extra storage, so be mindful. By default, you get 10 GB – not too shabby.

Lastly, review your configuration and hit “Launch.” AWS will pop the question about creating a ‘key pair’ for SSH access to your server. Create a new pair because you never know when it might come in handy.

Now, let the launch commence. AWS needs a few minutes to get everything ready. Sit back and relax – you’re on your way to WordPress glory on AWS!

Step 2: Find your WordPress thingy on AWS and grab its public IP

So, go back to the AWS thing, you know, the place where all the magic happens. Look up there in the Services tab, find the EC2 thing, and click on it.

Now, on the next page, find the Running Instances thing under the main menu.

There should be this one lonely instance there. Click on it, and you’ll see its public IP chilling in the details. It’s like the home address of your new WordPress buddy.

Type that IP into your browser, and voila! You got yourself a fancy new WordPress website, all hosted on AWS. Ain’t that cool?

But wait, don’t go celebrating just yet. Before you do anything wild, you gotta hook up a domain to your IP so the whole world can join the party.

Step 3: Make your domain point to your AWS thing

Now, how you do this depends on where you bought your domain. Let’s take Namecheap as our guinea pig. Go to your domain settings, look for the Advanced DNS tab – it’s where the real action is.

Once you’re in, hit that ADD NEW RECORD button. Choose A Record, set the Host thingy to www. Stick your instance’s IP in the field, and be lazy with the TTL – set it to Automatic.

Save the changes, then play the waiting game. Give it a few hours, and let the changes spread like gossip. After that, boom! Your WordPress thing will have a fancy domain name.

While you wait, start doing the real work – mess with the settings, pick a cool theme, and all that jazz!

Conclusion

Amazon isn’t just an online shopping paradise; it’s also the big shot in the cloud game. AWS runs the web services for big shots like Apple and Netflix, so you’re in the cool kids’ club now. Just remember, navigating this cloud thing can be tricky, but you got this!

EC2:

Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) is a cool thing from Amazon Web Services (AWS). It’s like renting a computer, but it’s in the cloud. They call these rented computers “instances.” You can run your apps on these instances, and the best part is you can change how many you have whenever you want. It’s like having a magic elastic computer that can grow or shrink based on what you need. EC2 gives you different types of these instances to choose from, so you can pick the one that’s just right for you.

Why do we need an EC2 instance?

EC2 is awesome because it’s like having a computer that can change size. When you need more power, you just get more instances. And when you’re done, you can give them back. This is super handy because you only pay for what you use. No wasted money on big computers when you only need a little one.

Creating an EC2 instance

Step 1: Get into AWS

First, you gotta log in to AWS. If you don’t have an account, you need to make one. Once you’re in, find the EC2 thing and start making an instance.

Step 2: Give it a Name

Just pick a name for your instance. Whatever you like.

Step 3: Pick a Picture

You need to choose a picture for your instance. It’s like picking a wallpaper for your computer. Amazon calls these pictures AMIs. There are lots to choose from, like Amazon’s own Linux, Ubuntu, and even Windows.

Step 4: Choose the Size

Decide how big and strong you want your instance to be. This is where you pick how much brain and muscle it has. There are small ones and big ones, fast ones and slow ones. Just find the one that fits your needs and your wallet.

Step 5: Make a Key

Create a key thing so you can unlock your instance. Keep it safe because it’s your special key to get in.

Step 6: Set the Rules

Your instance needs protection, like a virtual force field. This is called a security group. You can make a new one or use an old one. It decides what can come in and what can go out.

Step 7: Get Some Space

Instances need space for their stuff. You can add different kinds of storage, like Amazon’s Elastic Block Store or some other storage thing.

Step 8: Double-Check and Go

Before you hit the launch button, make sure everything looks good. If you need to change something, go ahead. Once you’re set, press launch, and your instance is born.

Step 9: Talk to Your Instance

Now that your instance is alive, you can chat with it. Use SSH or Remote Desktop or some special AWS thing to connect. No need for a public address if you use the AWS Systems Manager Session Manager.

Conclusion

Making an EC2 instance is easy. Just a few clicks, and you have your own cloud computer. Follow these steps, and you’re in the cloud club with your own magic elastic computer.