AWS Networking Fundamentals

Source: Dev.to

What is a VPC?

A VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) in AWS is a logically isolated private network that you create within the AWS cloud, where you can launch and manage your cloud resources securely.

Build a VPC and Its Dependents in AWS

Create a VPC

1. Go to the AWS Console and search for VPC.
2. Click Create VPC.
3. Give the VPC a name, choose a CIDR block, and select the number of Availability Zones.
4. Accept the defaults and click Create.
5. View the newly created VPC.

Create a Subnet

1. In the console, search and select Subnet.
2. Click Create Subnet.
3. Choose the VPC, provide a subnet name, select an Availability Zone, specify the IPv4 Subnet CIDR block, add any desired tags, and click Create Subnet.

Create an Internet Gateway

1. Search and select Internet Gateway in the AWS Console.
2. Provide a name and click Create Internet Gateway.

Create a Route Table

1. Search and select Route Table in the console.
2. Click Create Route Table.
3. Name the route table, select the VPC, and click Create.