What is AWS (Amazon Web Services)?
AWS is Amazon’s comprehensive cloud computing platform offering a vast range of services including compute, storage, databases, analytics, and AI. It’s the market leader in cloud infrastructure.
Why AWS matters for Australian businesses
Cloud computing has become the backbone of modern business IT, offering flexibility, scalability, and cost efficiency that on-premises infrastructure cannot match. For Australian businesses, understanding cloud terminology helps you make informed decisions about which services to adopt and how to optimise your cloud spend.
For small and medium businesses in particular, aws plays a key role in maintaining a secure, efficient, and resilient IT environment. Whether you are reviewing your current setup or planning improvements, understanding aws will help you have more informed conversations with your IT provider and make better decisions for your business.
Related terms
Azure • IaaS • Cloud Migration
How All IT Services can help
At All IT Services, we help businesses across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and regional NSW implement and manage aws as part of our comprehensive cloud and Microsoft 365 solutions. If you have questions about how aws fits into your IT strategy, contact our team for a no-obligation consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive cloud platform offering computing power, storage, databases and many other services on demand, used by businesses of all sizes to run and scale applications.
What is AWS commonly used for?
Hosting websites and applications, storing and backing up data, running databases, and providing scalable infrastructure that grows or shrinks with demand.
Is AWS or Azure better for my business?
Both are capable platforms. The right choice often depends on your existing tools, as businesses invested in Microsoft 365 frequently prefer Azure, while AWS suits a very broad range of workloads. An IT partner can help you decide.