Learn AWS | part 3-c-i | Identity and Access Management (IAM) | Users | Attach policies directly
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Introduction
1> IAM allows you to create and manage individual users within your AWS account. 2> Each user is assigned unique security credentials, such as a username and password or access keys. 3> This level of granularity ensures that each entity accessing your AWS resources has a distinct identity.
Creating an IAM (Identity and Access Management) User.
Go to the AWS Management Console at aws.amazon.com/and sign in using your AWS account credentials.
In AWS Management Console, search IAM and click on IAM.
In the IAM dashboard, click on the "Users" option on the left-hand side menu. This will display a list of existing IAM users if any.
Click on 'Create user' button to create a new user.
Enter a name for your User. Choose a descriptive name that reflects the purpose.
Checked Provide user access to the AWS Management Console - optional and select I want to create an IAM user.
Choose Custom password and enter your desired password.
Check the box that says "Users must create a new password at next sign-in - Recommended." If you do not select this option, the user will retain the custom password you provided without being prompted to change it at their next sign-in.
Click on the 'Next' button to proceed with the user creation process.
In the Permissions options, choose "Attach policies directly" to assign specific permissions to the user.
In the Permissions policies, choose "AdministratorAccess" to grant administrative privileges to the user. It's worth noting that while you can select multiple policies, exercising caution and adhering to the principle of least privilege is recommended to ensure secure access management.
Click on the 'Next' button to proceed with the user creation process.
Review the user details to ensure accuracy. If everything looks correct, click on the 'Create user' button to finalize the user creation process.
Checking whether an IAM (Identity and Access Management) user in AWS is functioning properly.
xiv> To check if the IAM user is working:
a. Open the AWS official page.
b. Select "Sign in to the Console" and choose "IAM User."
c. Enter the 12-digit Account ID. You can find the Account ID in the IAM dashboard.
d. Click on the 'Next' button.
e. Enter the IAM user name and password.
f. Click 'Sign In.' If successful, you will be redirected to the AWS Management Console.
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