Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud computing subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., founded in 2006 to offer on-demand cloud infrastructure and platform services. With its pioneering efforts in the public cloud sector, AWS launched foundational services such as Amazon S3 for storage and EC2 for computing resources. Over the years, AWS has broadened its product offerings to include numerous services across computing, storage, databases, analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and more, thereby solidifying its position at the forefront of the cloud services industry.
Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, AWS strives to empower customers by delivering scalable solutions that facilitate the development of sophisticated applications, ultimately leading to reduced IT costs. The company serves a diverse clientele that includes startups and prominent enterprises like Netflix and NASA, alongside various government agencies. With a strong focus on innovation and digital transformation initiatives, AWS continues to explore new partnerships and geographic expansions, driven by its mission of providing flexible and cost-effective cloud solutions.