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# [Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud)](https://cloudctrl.hashnode.dev/amazon-ec2-elastic-compute-cloud?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

What is EC2? Think of Amazon EC2 as a virtual computer rental service in the cloud. Just as you might rent a car for different purposes—a compact car for city driving or a truck for moving—EC2 lets you rent computing power for various needs. It's lik...

Dec 20, 2024 · 3 min read · cloudctrl.hashnode.dev  
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