Architecting Cloud Computing Solutions

Private cloud

A private cloud is typically an on-client premise solution with the infrastructure leased or purchased by the company/entity using it. These environments can also be deployed within a service provider data center utilizing collocation services. This would still be considered an on-premises solution as the collocation space is just another leased location for the infrastructure owner. A private cloud is typically managed by the organization it serves; however, outsourcing the general management of this to trusted third parties may also be an option. A private cloud is typically available only to the entity or organization, its employees, contractors, and selected third parties. The private cloud is also sometimes referred to ...