🚀 Introduction In today's security-conscious environment, protecting database communications is not just a best practice—it's a necessity! 🛡️ This comprehensive guide walks you through setting up MySQL 8.0 Community Edition on AWS EC2 Ubuntu 24.04 with TLS encryption to ensure your data remains secure in transit. By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a production-ready MySQL installation with enterprise-grade security features, all using open-source tools! 🎉 🔒 Why TLS is Critical for MySQL The Security Imperative 🚨 Transport Layer Security (TLS) is essential for database security because it: 🔐 Encrypts Data in Transit : Protects sensitive data from network sniffing and man-in-the-middle attacks ✨ Ensures Data Integrity : Prevents tampering with data during transmission 🆔 Provides Authentication : Verifies the identity of both client and server 📜 Compliance Requirements : Meets regulatory standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS Key Benefits of TLS i...