Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a leading cloud computing platform that offers a wide range of services, including object storage, computer, and networking. AWS also provides a powerful tool called the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) that allows users to manage their cloud resources from the command line. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to install and configure the AWS CLI on your server.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, you will need to have the following:
- A Linux server
- An internet connection
- An AWS account
Installing AWS CLI
The installation of AWS CLI on your Linux server is a straightforward process. Simply execute the following command:
apt install awscli –y
This command will automatically install all the necessary packages and modules, including Python3.
Configuring AWS CLI
Once the installation is complete, you will need to configure the AWS CLI with your AWS account credentials. To do this, you will need the following information:
- Your AWS Access Key ID
- Your AWS Secret Access Key
- Your AWS region
To configure the AWS CLI, execute the following command:
aws configure --profile eu2
(“eu2” is the name of the profile. You can use a different name if you want.)
Enter your AWS Access Key ID and press Enter.
Enter your AWS Secret Access Key and press Enter.
Skip the “Default region name” and the “Default output format” fields by pressing Enter.
Verifying the Configuration
To verify that the AWS CLI is configured correctly, you can execute the following command:
aws sts get-caller-identity
This command will return information about your AWS account, such as your account ID and user ARN.
Using AWS CLI
Once the AWS CLI is configured, you can use it to manage your AWS resources. For example, you can use the AWS CLI to:
- Create and manage S3 buckets
- Upload and download files to S3 buckets
- Create and manage EC2 instances
- Launch and terminate EC2 instances
- Manage your AWS IAM users and groups
Additional Resources
For more information on AWS CLI, please refer to the following resources:
- AWS CLI documentation: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/cli/latest/userguide/cli-chap-getting-started.html
- AWS CLI GitHub repository: https://github.com/aws/aws-cli
Conclusion
The AWS CLI is a powerful tool that can be used to manage your AWS resources from the command line. By following the steps in this article, you can install and configure AWS CLI on your server and start using it to manage your cloud resources.