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Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services over the internet, providing access to resources like storage, processing power, and software on-demand without local infrastructure. It involves hosting and delivering services through remote servers that store, manage, and process data instead of relying on local hardware. Cloud computing offers various delivery models like IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS and is applied across domains like data storage, software development, big data analytics, and more.

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Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services over the internet, providing access to resources like storage, processing power, and software on-demand without local infrastructure. It involves hosting and delivering services through remote servers that store, manage, and process data instead of relying on local hardware. Cloud computing offers various delivery models like IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS and is applied across domains like data storage, software development, big data analytics, and more.

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Q1. What do you mean by cloud computing?

Ans. Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services over the internet. It provides
access to resources like storage, processing power, and software on-demand, without the
need for local infrastructure. Users can remotely access these services, paying for what
they use, typically through a subscription model. Cloud computing offers scalability,
flexibility, and cost-efficiency, revolutionizing how data is stored, processed, and
accessed in the digital age.

Q2. How Cloud computing Works?

Ans: Cloud computing works by hosting and delivering computing services over the
internet. It involves a network of remote servers that store, manage, and process data
instead of relying on local hardware. Users access these services through web browsers or
applications, utilizing resources like storage, processing power, and software on-demand.
Cloud providers manage the infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
Users pay for the resources they use, typically through subscription-based models.

Q3. Types of cloud computing delivery models?

Ans: Cloud computing offers various delivery models catering to different needs:

1. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Provides virtualized computing resources over the


internet, including servers, storage, and networking.

2. Platform as a Service (PaaS): Offers a platform allowing users to develop, run, and
manage applications without dealing with infrastructure complexities.

3. Software as a Service (SaaS): Delivers software applications over the internet on a


subscription basis, eliminating the need for installation and maintenance.

Q4. What are the various Cloud computing applications?

Ans: Cloud computing is applied across diverse domains:


1.Data Storage and Backup: Securely storing and backing up data on remote servers.

2. Software Development and Testing: Providing platforms for development and testing
environments.

3. Big Data Analytics: Processing large datasets for insights and decision-making.

4. Content Delivery: Efficiently distributing media content globally to users.

5. Web Hosting: Hosting websites and web applications on remote servers.

6. SaaS (Software as a Service): Delivering software applications over the internet on a


subscription basis.

7. IoT (Internet of Things): Supporting IoT applications by providing scalable infrastructure


and data processing capabilities.

8. Machine Learning and AI: Utilizing cloud resources for training and deploying machine
learning models.

Q5. Uses of cloud computing?

Ans: Following are some of the Uses of Cloud computing offers :

1. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Cloud-based backup and recovery


services ensure data resilience and continuity in case of disasters.

2. Scalability and Flexibility: Organizations can scale computing resources up or down


based on demand, accommodating fluctuating workloads efficiently.

3. Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go models eliminate the need for upfront investments in
hardware and infrastructure, reducing capital expenses.

4. Collaboration and Communication: Cloud-based collaboration tools facilitate


seamless communication and teamwork among remote teams.
5. Data Analytics and Insights: Cloud platforms offer powerful analytics tools, enabling
businesses to derive valuable insights from large datasets.

6. Agile Software Development: Cloud-based development environments streamline


software development processes, fostering agility and innovation.

7. IoT and Edge Computing: Cloud services support IoT applications by providing scalable
infrastructure and data processing capabilities, while edge computing reduces latency by
processing data closer to the source.

8. E-commerce and Online Retail: Cloud-based e-commerce platforms offer scalability,


security, and reliability, enabling businesses to manage online storefronts effectively.

9. Healthcare and Telemedicine: Cloud computing enhances healthcare delivery by


facilitating remote consultations, electronic health record management, and medical
image processing.

10. Education and E-learning: Cloud-based learning management systems enable


educators to deliver online courses, collaborate with students, and manage educational
resources efficiently.

11. Media and Entertainment: Cloud-based streaming services deliver multimedia


content to users worldwide, offering scalability and high-quality streaming experiences.

12. Government and Public Services: Cloud computing enhances government operations
by improving data accessibility, citizen services delivery, and disaster response
capabilities.

Done by: Priyanka Rabha


Roll no :23/COM/101

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