Securing the Cloud

Chapter 1. Introduction to Cloud Computing and Security

Information in this Chapter

•Understanding Cloud Computing

•The IT Foundation for Cloud

•The Bottom Line

•An Historical View: Roots of Cloud Computing

•A Brief Primer on Security: From 50,000 ft

•A Brief Primer on Architecture

•Security Architecture: A Brief Discussion

•Cloud Is Driving Broad Changes

Cloud computing refers to applications and services, which data centers around the world make available to users who have an Internet connection. Cloud computing represents a paradigm shift for delivering resources and services. From how Information Technology (IT) systems are built and used to how IT resources are organized and structured, cloud computing is refactoring the IT landscape. Instead of uncrating ...