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Cloud computing is a technology that allows companies to store, manage, and process data on remote servers, offering benefits such as cost savings, scalability, and reliability. It has evolved from mainframe computing and the internet, with major providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud leading the market. Key aspects include virtualization, cloud architecture, sustainability efforts, security practices, and various use cases like SaaS, data analytics, and disaster recovery.

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Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is a technology that allows companies to store, manage, and process data on remote servers, offering benefits such as cost savings, scalability, and reliability. It has evolved from mainframe computing and the internet, with major providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud leading the market. Key aspects include virtualization, cloud architecture, sustainability efforts, security practices, and various use cases like SaaS, data analytics, and disaster recovery.

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Cloud Computing

What Is Cloud Computing ?

Nowadays, Cloud computing is adopted by every company, whether it is an MNC


or a startup many are still migrating towards it because of the cost-cutting, lesser
maintenance, and the increased capacity of the data with the help of servers maintained by
the cloud providers.

Understanding How Cloud Computing Works?


 Infrastructure: Cloud computing depends on remote network servers hosted on
internet for store, manage, and process the data.
 On-Demand Acess: Users can access cloud services and resources based on-demand
they can scale up or down the without having to invest for physical hardware.
 Types of Services: Cloud computing offers various benefits such as cost saving,
scalability, reliability and acessibility it reduces capital expenditures, improves
efficiency.

Origins Of Cloud Computing


Mainframe computing in the 1950s and the internet explosion in the 1990s came tog
ether to give rise to cloud computing. Since businesses like Amazon, Google,
and Salesforce started providing web-based services in the early 2000s. The term “cloud
computing” has gained popularity. Scalability, adaptability, and cost-effectiveness are to be
facilitated by the concept’s on-demand internet-based access to computational resources.

What is Virtualization In Cloud Computing?


Virtualization is the software technology that helps in providing the logical isolation of
physical resources. Creating logical isolation of physical resources such as RAM, CPU, and
Storage.. over the cloud is known as Virtualization in Cloud Computing. In simple we can
say creating types of Virtual Instances of computing resources over the cloud.

Architecture Of Cloud Computing


Cloud computing architecture refers to the components and sub-components required for
cloud computing. These components typically refer to:

1. Front end ( Fat client, Thin client) - The cloud computing UI has Thin Clients for
lightweight web access and Fat Clients for enhanced functionality and user
experience.
2. Back-end platforms ( Servers, Storage ) - Back-end platforms in cloud computing use
servers for storage, processing, and application management. They provide the
computing power and capacity to handle and store data efficiently.
3. Cloud-based delivery and a network ( Internet, Intranet, Intercloud ) - Cloud-based
delivery provides on-demand access via the Internet, Intranet, and Intercloud for
global reach, internal communication, and interoperability. This network ensures
seamless access and data transfer in cloud computing.
Top leading Cloud Computing companies
1. Amazon Web Services(AWS)
One of the most successful cloud-based businesses is Amazon Web Services(AWS),
which is an Infrastructure as a Service(Iaas) offering that pays rent for virtual computers on
Amazon’s infrastructure.
2. Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform
Microsoft is creating the Azure platform which enables the .NET Framework
Application to run over the internet as an alternative platform for Microsoft developers.
This is the classic Platform as a Service(PaaS).
3. Google Cloud Platform ( GCP )
Google has built a worldwide network of data centers to service its search engine.
From this service, Google has captured the world’s advertising revenue. By using that
revenue, Google offers free software to users based on infrastructure. This is called
Software as a Service(SaaS).

Cloud Sustainability
The following are the some of the key points of Cloud sustainability:
 Enery Efficiency: Cloud Providers supports the optimization of data center operations
for minimizing energy consumption and improve efficiency.
 Renewable Energy: On increasing the adoption of renewable energy sources like solar
and wind power to data centers and reduce carbon emissions.
 Virtualization: Server virtualization facilitates better utilization of hardware resources,
reducing the need for physical servers and lowering the energy consumptions.

Top Reasons to Switch from On-premise to Cloud Computing


1. Reduces Cost - Cloud computing reduces costs by eliminating the need for in-house
server management, saving businesses around 15%. Companies like Coca-Cola and
Pinterest have benefited from its cost-cutting advantages.

2. More Storage - Cloud computing offers more storage, servers, and computing power
for efficient software performance, with tools like Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive,
and iCloud.
3. Employes Work life balance better - Cloud computing reduces workload by handling
server maintenance, giving employees better work-life balance and more personal
time.

Cloud Security
Cloud security recommended to measures and practices designed to protect data,
applications, and infrastructure in cloud computing environments. The following are some
of the best practices of cloud security:
 Data Encryption: Encryption is essential for securing data stored in the cloud. It
ensures that data remains unreadable to unauthorized users even if it is intercepted.
 Access Control: Implementing strict access controls and authentication mechanisms
helps ensure that only authorized users can access sensitive data and resources in the
cloud.
 Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring
users to provide multiple forms of verification, such as passwords, biometrics, or
security tokens, before gaining access to cloud services.

Use Cases Of Cloud Computing


3. Streamlined Software Access: Software as a Service (SaaS) provides subscription-
based access to software applications over the internet, reducing the need for local
installation and maintenance.
4. Data Analytics: Cloud-based platforms facilitate big data analytics, allowing
organizations to process and derive insights from large datasets efficiently.
5. Disaster Recovery: Cloud-based disaster recovery solutions offer cost-effective data
replication and backup, ensuring quick recovery in case of system failures or disasters.

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