Can I Cancel AWS Workspaces to Avoid Monthly Charges?
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CoolCat22
I'm interested in using AWS Workspaces for personal projects. Specifically, I'm wondering if it's possible to sign up, create a virtual machine (VM), and then delete it after a month to avoid being charged the next month. I only need the VM every couple of months, so I want to make sure I won't incur ongoing costs. Is it possible to do this if I delete the virtual machine after I'm done using it?
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You should set up your Workspace in Personal mode with AutoStop. This way, you'll only be charged by the hour plus a lower monthly fee, and your session state saves for the next time. If you don’t need it running all the time, this is a cost-effective method!
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It's important to check AWS's pricing model. Typically, for Workspaces, you have to pay either on demand with a minimum fee or a fixed amount, even if you don’t use it. Depending on your needs, you might want to consider alternatives like Lightsail or EC2, which could be more flexible for occasional use.
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CuriousCoder88: If I delete the workspace after a couple of weeks, will I still get hit with that monthly fee for the next month?