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What is the result of deleting a key pair from AWS after launching an EC2 instance using it?

medium📝 service behavior Q5 of 15
AWS - EC2 Fundamentals
What is the result of deleting a key pair from AWS after launching an EC2 instance using it?
AYou cannot download the private key again, but existing instances remain accessible
BAll instances using that key pair are immediately terminated
CAWS automatically creates a new key pair for your instances
DInstances become inaccessible immediately
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand key pair deletion impact

    Deleting a key pair removes it from AWS but does not affect running instances.

  2. Step 2: Identify what is lost and what remains

    You lose the ability to download the private key again, but instances remain accessible if you have the key.

  3. Final Answer:

    You cannot download the private key again, but existing instances remain accessible -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Deleting key pair = no new download, instances stay [OK]
Quick Trick: Delete key pair = lose private key download only [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking instances terminate
  • Assuming AWS auto-creates keys

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