CHAPTER 1

Cloud Computing Concepts

In this chapter, you will learn to

•   Define cloud computing

•   Differentiate cloud deployment options and architecture models

•   Explain the advantages and disadvantages for cloud adoption

•   Understand the technical and financial benefits for cloud computing

Cloud computing is a rich part of the information technology fabric. Many who embark on their certification journey assume that cloud technologies originated during the mid-1990s. Surprisingly, cloud computing has gradually evolved over several decades through numerous technical movements. Suppose one looks back at network-oriented computing architectures such as grid computing, utility computing, and application service provisioning. All share ...

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