You launch an EC2 instance in the Default VPC without changing any settings. What is the expected network behavior?

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AThe instance has a public IP and can access the internet

BThe instance has no public IP and cannot access the internet

CThe instance is isolated and cannot communicate with other instances

DThe instance requires manual route table changes to access the internet

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Default VPC instance launch defaults
Instances launched in the Default VPC automatically receive a public IP address unless disabled.
Step 2: Confirm internet access
Because the Default VPC has an internet gateway and public subnets, the instance can access the internet immediately.
Final Answer:
The instance has a public IP and can access the internet -> Option A
Quick Check:
Default VPC instance = Public IP + internet access [OK]

Quick Trick: Default VPC instances get public IPs automatically [OK]

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