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What is EC2 instance connect?

Overview of EC2 Instance Connect

EC2 Instance Connect allows you to connect to your Linux instances via a browser-based shell. It removes the need for managing SSH keys locally by pushing a temporary SSH public key to the instance for a one-time connection.

Key Features
  1. 1

    Browser-based: No local SSH client (like PuTTY or Terminal) required.

  2. 2

    IAM Integration: Access is controlled through IAM policies, allowing granular control.

  3. 3

    Auditability: Connections are logged in AWS CloudTrail for security monitoring.

  4. 4

    No Key Management: Eliminates the complexity of sharing and storing permanent SSH private keys.