Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments. AWS offers a wide array of services, including computing, storage, networking, databases, analytics, application services, machine learning, and tools for the Internet of Things. These services operate on a metered, pay-as-you-go basis. AWS solutions cater to various sectors, including aerospace, education, energy, manufacturing, and healthcare.
The genesis of AWS can be traced back to the early 2000s when Amazon sought to scale its engineering operations. AWS officially launched in 2006 with Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), followed by Amazon S3 cloud storage and Amazon EC2. Matt Garman is the current CEO of AWS. Recent news includes the introduction of new Amazon EC2 instances and features for Amazon Bedrock to enhance the development of generative AI applications.
AWS holds a significant position in the cloud infrastructure market. As of Q2 2025, AWS holds 30% of the global cloud infrastructure market, exceeding Microsoft Azure (20%) and Google Cloud Platform (13%). The AWS customer base has grown to 4.19 million customers in 2025. Key AWS services include Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, Amazon Connect, and AWS Lambda.