CHAPTER 2

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Cloud Applications

In the previous chapter, we reviewed the current cloud platforms on offer and the applicability of the platforms for your application. In this chapter, you will dig into the common cloud platforms available to you to host your application. Later in the chapter, we will map generic application types and characteristics to the platforms.

Cloud Application and Platforms

Cloud is a broad term that describes a set of interrelated information technology services that are available to you when and where you need it. We will review three cloud application platform options: Software as a Service (SaaS); Platform as a Service ...

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