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Introduction to AWS Security - Introduction to AWS Security
Abstract

Introduction to AWS Security

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Publication date: November 11, 2021 (Document Revisions)

Abstract

Amazon Web Services (AWS) delivers a scalable cloud computing platform designed for high availability and dependability, providing the tools that enable you to run a wide range of applications. Helping to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your systems and data is of the utmost importance to AWS, as is maintaining your trust and confidence. This document is intended to provide an introduction to AWS’ approach to security, including the controls in the AWS environment and some of the products and features that AWS makes available to customers to meet your security objectives.

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