What is the primary purpose of an EC2 instance’s root volume?

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ilakiya raj · Accepted Answer

The root volume is typically created from an Amazon Machine Image (AMI). It contains the boot loader, OS kernel, system libraries, and default applications. Depending on the AMI, it may use: EBS (Elastic Block Store) – for persistent storage (default for most AMIs). Instance store – ephemeral, data lost when instance stops (used rarely). You can also store additional files or install applications on it, but it’s best practice to use separate EBS volumes for application data or logs.

Raj Ilakiya · Answer

To store the operating system (OS) and boot files required to launch and run the instance. The root volume is created from an Amazon Machine Image (AMI). It typically contains: The OS kernel System libraries Boot files Any default software installed by the AMI

What is the primary purpose of an EC2 instance’s root volume?

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