A Step-by-Step Guide to Hosting a Static Website on AWS S3

Introduction

Embark on an AWS S3 adventure with our comprehensive guide to hosting static websites. Uncover the power of Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) as we take you through a guided lab that demystifies the process. Let’s dive into the intricacies of hosting static content seamlessly.

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Understanding Static Websites
3. Module 3 – Guided Lab: Hosting a Static Website
   • 3.1 Lab Overview and Objectives
   • 3.2 Duration and AWS Service Restrictions
   • 3.3 Accessing the AWS Management Console
4. Task 1: Creating a Bucket in Amazon S3
   • 4.1 Creating a Unique Bucket
   • 4.2 Tagging Your Bucket
   • 4.3 Enabling Static Website Hosting
   • 4.4 Verifying Configuration
5. Task 2: Uploading Content to Your Bucket
   • 5.1 Downloading Essential Files
   • 5.2 Uploading Files to Your Bucket
6. Task 3: Enabling Access to Objects
   • 6.1 Confirming Object Privacy
   • 6.2 Making Objects Public
   • 6.3 Analysis of 403 Forbidden Message
7. Task 4: Updating the Website
   • 7.1 Editing and Uploading HTML
   • 7.2 Making the Website Public Again
   • 7.3 Refreshing and Verifying Changes
8. Conclusion: Your Static Website Shines

Understanding Static Websites

Before we begin, let’s grasp the essence of static websites. They house fixed content without backend processing, making them ideal for HTML pages, images, style sheets, and more. Dive into the realm of static websites that leverage JavaScript for interactivity within the user’s web browser.