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IAM
AWS IAM controls who can access AWS resources and what actions they can perform. It is one of the most important services for secure cloud operations.
What it does
Identity and access management in AWS.
When to use
Use IAM to manage users, roles, policies, and permissions across AWS resources.
Key Concepts
Policies define allowed or denied actions.
Roles provide temporary permissions to services and users.
Least privilege is a core IAM design principle.
IAM integrates with almost every AWS service.
Common Use Cases
Granting apps access to AWS services.
Managing developer and admin access.
Controlling permissions in CI/CD pipelines.
Interview Questions
What is IAM?
What is the difference between a role and a user?
Why is least privilege important?