Cloud computing

Cloud computing is a model for delivering IT resources over the Internet.

What is cloud computing?

Cloud computing is a powerful solution that can help companies reduce IT costs, increase agility, improve collaboration, and improve reliability. These resources include servers, storage, databases, networks, software, analytics, and intelligence.

What are key features of cloud computing?

On-demand deployment: Users can quickly and easily access resources as needed.
Self-service: Users can manage resources themselves without relying on IT staff.
Scalability: Resources can be scaled as needed to meet requirements.
Pay-as-you-go: Users only pay for the resources they use.
Flexibility: Cloud computing offers a high level of flexibility to meet new requirements quickly and easily.
Accessibility: Users can access resources from anywhere in the world with Internet access.

What are the benefits of cloud computing?

Lower costs: Cloud computing can help companies reduce IT costs because they don't have to buy and maintain their own hardware and software.
Increased agility: Cloud computing enables companies to respond faster to new business requirements because resources can be deployed and scaled quickly and easily.
Improved collaboration: Cloud computing can improve collaboration because users can access resources from anywhere in the world.
Increased reliability: Cloud providers usually have redundant infrastructures that ensure high availability and reliability.
Simplified maintenance: Cloud providers are responsible for maintaining hardware and software so that companies can focus on their core competencies.

What types of cloud computing services are there?

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): IaaS gives users access to basic IT infrastructure resources such as servers, storage, and networking.
Platform as a Service (PaaS): PaaS provides users with a platform for developing, deploying, and managing applications.
Software as a Service (SaaS): SaaS provides users with access to software applications delivered over the Internet.

Which cloud computing providers are there?

Amazon Web Services (AWS): AWS is the largest cloud computing provider in the world.
Microsoft Azure: Azure is the second-largest cloud computing provider in the world.
Google Cloud Platform (GCP): GCP is the world's third-largest cloud computing provider.

What are alternative models to cloud computing?

In addition to the dominant cloud computing model, there are various alternatives that can offer companies or individuals benefits, depending on specific requirements and preferences:

1. On-premise

With on-premises solutions, hardware, software, and data are in the company's own premises.

advantages: High level of data security and control, no dependence on external providers, individual customization options.
Disadvantages: Higher investment and operating costs, lower scalability, and maintenance costs are the responsibility of the company.

2. Edge computing

Processing of data in the immediate vicinity of its origin, e.g. in sensors or mobile devices.

advantages: Lower latency, reduced bandwidth requirements, higher data security.
Disadvantages: Higher complexity, requires specialized hardware and software, scaling can be problematic.

3. Fog Computing

Decentralized distribution of IT resources over a network, e.g. in local nodes.

advantages: Combining the benefits of cloud and edge computing, lower latency, higher scalability.
Disadvantages: More complex architecture, requires standardization and interoperability

4. Hybrid cloud

Combining cloud computing with on-premises solutions enables flexible use of the benefits of both models.

advantages: Flexibility, scalability, data security and control, suitable for complex use cases.
Disadvantages: Increased complexity, requires careful integration and management

5. Private cloud

Dedicated cloud infrastructure run by a company or organization.

advantages: High data security and control, individual customization options, avoidance of vendor lock-in.
Disadvantages: Higher investment and operating costs, requires expertise for operation

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Note: Our team benefited from the support of AI technologies while creating and maintaining this glossary.