Amazon Web Services

AWS Trusted Advisor

Definition

An AWS tool that analyzes your environment and provides recommendations across 5 categories: cost optimization, performance, security, fault tolerance, and service limits.

Exam context

This shows up as an optimization tool on CLF-C02. Not all checks are available on the free plan; the Business or Enterprise plan unlocks all of them. Question: which AWS tool recommends how to cut costs or improve security? Trusted Advisor.

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AWS Trusted Advisor is a concept that can show up on the exam. Check the full guide to see it in context.