[Solved] Why does the AWS CLI command aws s3 rm s3://my-bucket --recursive require caution before running? — Ans: It deletes all objects in the bucket permanently | AWS

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Why does the AWS CLI command aws s3 rm s3://my-bucket --recursive require caution before running?

AIt deletes all objects in the bucket permanently

BIt only lists files without deleting

CIt copies files to another bucket

DIt creates a new bucket with the same name

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the 'rm' command with --recursive
This command deletes all files and folders inside the specified bucket recursively.
Step 2: Recognize the impact of deletion
Deletion is permanent unless versioning or backups exist, so caution is needed.
Final Answer:
It deletes all objects in the bucket permanently -> Option A
Quick Check:
rm --recursive deletes all bucket contents [OK]

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