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Systems Manager
AWS Systems Manager helps manage, automate, patch, and access infrastructure in AWS at scale.
What it does
Operations and automation service for AWS resources.
When to use
Use Systems Manager for operational automation, patching, remote access, and parameter management.
Key Concepts
Run Command executes tasks on managed instances.
Session Manager provides shell access without direct SSH.
Parameter Store stores config and secure values.
Automation documents standardize operational workflows.
Common Use Cases
Managing fleets of EC2 instances.
Running operational commands centrally.
Storing application parameters and config.
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