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 ### EC2 instructions:
 
-Read the instriuctions carefully from [this][3] document regarding instantiation, operation, and termination of EC2 instances. As always, let us know in Piazza if anything is unclear.
+Read the instructions carefully from [this][3] document regarding instantiation, operation, and termination of EC2 instances. As always, let us know in Piazza if anything is unclear.
 
 ### Requirements: