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Can I use AWS Cloud9 without launching an EC2 instance?
Can I use AWS Cloud9 without launching an EC2 instance? I'm exploring AWS Cloud9 for development. Is it possible to use it without launching a new EC2 instance every time? I want to stay within free-tier usage while learning.
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Yes, you can use AWS Cloud9 without launching an EC2 instance by connecting it to an existing Linux server through SSH at no additional charge.
AWS Cloud9 itself has no additional charges - you only pay for the underlying compute and storage resources you use. When using AWS Cloud9, you have two main options:
- Use a managed Amazon EC2 instance, where you'll pay for the EC2 instance and associated EBS volume
- Connect your AWS Cloud9 development environment to an existing Linux server (such as an on-premises server) through SSH
The second option allows you to use AWS Cloud9 without incurring EC2 costs. This could be helpful if you're trying to stay within free-tier usage while learning.
However, it's important to note that AWS Cloud9 is no longer available for new AWS accounts. If you have an existing account that already has access to Cloud9, you can still use it, but new accounts will need to explore alternative options like AWS IDE Toolkits or AWS CloudShell.
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Accessing AWS products without credit card. | AWS re:Post
Additional information about AWS Cloud9 - AWS Cloud9
