Cloud Computing Overview

A computing model that involves accessing and storing data and applications over the internet rather than on a local computer or server.

Cloud Computing

The ability to quickly and easily provision new servers, applications, and resources as needed, often within minutes of the request.

On-demand

The practice of pooling and sharing computing resources, such as compute power, storage, and networking, to achieve economies of scale and improve pricing.

Resource Pooling

The ability to dynamically scale resources up or down based on demand, allowing for flexibility and cost efficiency.

Elastic

The ability to host services in data centers around the world, providing a global customer base with improved access and experience.

Global Reach

The ability to measure and pay for cloud services based on actual consumption, similar to paying for utilities like electricity or water.

Measurable

Categories that classify cloud services based on the type of service being offered, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).

Cloud Service Models

Categories that classify cloud hosting locations, such as public cloud, private cloud, hybrid cloud, and community cloud.

Cloud Deployment Models