Time is one of the most important resources for any startup. Also, startups need to be very flexible since they might need to re-evaluate and move in a differen

Time is one of the most important resources for any startup. Also, startups need to be very flexible since they might need to re-evaluate and move in a different direction. Long term AWS will save lots of time. You really don't know what you will need. AWS has lots of services to choose from. If you can afford it and have the expertise, start with AWS rather than individual servers. At some point you might find that you can save money by setting up your own servers but that will come after you have an understanding of your business and needs.