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To activate and configure the AWS CLI on a Mac, follow these steps:

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1. Install AWS CLI

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Using Homebrew

The easiest way to install AWS CLI on macOS is through Homebrew. a. Open Terminal b. Install Homebrew (if you don’t have it already):
c. Install AWS CLI:

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Direct Download

Alternatively, you can download the AWS CLI directly from the AWS website. a. Download and run the installer:
b. Verify the installation: After installation, verify the AWS CLI version:
You should see output similar to:

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2. Configure AWS CLI

After installation, you need to configure the AWS CLI with your credentials. a. Run the configure command:
b. Enter your AWS Access Key ID: You can find this in the AWS Management Console under IAM > Users > Your User > Security credentials. c. Enter your AWS Secret Access Key: This is also found in the same location as your Access Key ID. d. Specify your default region name: Pease use us-east-1 because as of now, Tensorfuse only supports this region. e. Specify your default output format: You can choose json, text, or table.

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3. Verify the Configuration

To verify that the AWS CLI is configured correctly: a. List your S3 buckets:
If everything is set up correctly, this will return a list of your S3 buckets. By following these steps, you will have successfully installed and configured the AWS CLI on your macOS, allowing you to manage AWS resources directly from the command line.