Chapter 5

Cloud-Enabling Technology

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5.1 Networks and Internet Architecture

5.2 Cloud Data Center Technology

5.3 Modern Virtualization

5.4 Multitenant Technology

5.5 Service Technology and Service APIs

5.6 Case Study Example

Modern-day clouds are underpinned by a set of primary technology components that collectively enable key features and characteristics associated with contemporary cloud computing.

Most existed and matured prior to the advent of cloud computing, although cloud computing advancements helped further evolve select areas of these cloud-enabling technologies.

5.1 Networks and Internet Architecture

All clouds must be connected ...

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