Chapter 17. Databases and The Cloud: SQL in the Cloud
Sometimes you need external resources for your database to take flight. As your database grows and gains momentum, your on-premises computing options may fall short. The cloud lets you rent out someone else’s computers to store your data or perform calculations. You’ll access the cloud over the internet from anywhere the breeze takes you. And you won’t be the only kite runner out there. After an introduction to the cloud, you’ll learn how cloud services have become the default and how various cloud providers get your database dancing in the sky.
Abby’s head is in the clouds
As your organization grows, you’ll likely decide to integrate cloud-based services. Nearly all companies use the cloud in one way or another. You can utilize the cloud to store your data, run computations, or collaborate with colleagues in different locations.
What is the cloud?
The “cloud” means you pay to use someone else’s computers.
When you store data on the cloud or do cloud computing, you’re working on a computer that is not owned by you or your company. Companies such as Amazon or Google rent out space or computing power on their servers. ...
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