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• For the base image, select Ubuntu as it’s a popular and user-friendly operating system.

1. Selecting Instance Type:

• The default T2 micro instance type is appropriate for this project. This option is especially useful if you are within the free tier of AWS.

1. Setting Up Authentication:

• Create a new key pair, which enables you to log in via SSH from your local machine. Name the key pair relevant to your region and save it.

1. Configuring Network Settings:

• Set up a firewall to control incoming traffic. Allow SSH (for your IP) and HTTP/HTTPS for web traffic, ensuring a secure connection.

1. Launch Instance:

• After confirming all settings, click Launch Instance to create your virtual machine.

Connecting via SSH