AWS

Amazon Web Services, commonly known as AWS, is Amazon's cloud computing business and a major global provider of infrastructure and platform services. Launched in 2006, AWS provides compute, storage, databases, networking, analytics, artificial intelligence and security services through a global cloud infrastructure. Its security portfolio includes identity and access management, threat detection and response, data protection, encryption and key management, network protection, application security and compliance monitoring. AWS follows a shared responsibility security model in which AWS is responsible for security of the cloud while customers remain responsible for security in the cloud. The platform supports organizations ranging from startups to highly regulated enterprises and government agencies. AWS security services include IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Inspector, Macie, WAF, Shield, KMS and a broad set of security and compliance capabilities. Customers can also use AWS Partner solutions to extend security controls across cloud environments. AWS operates a large worldwide infrastructure with multiple geographic regions and availability zones. Its security documentation emphasizes continuous monitoring, identity controls, encryption and automated compliance checks. Its services form a major foundation for modern cloud applications and security architectures across industries.