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Cloud Computing. Changing the way business computing is (will be) done. http :// www.mkpress.com/PowerInTheCloud.html Cloud computing: (the Internet represents the Cloud).
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Cloud Computing • Changing the way business computing is (will be) done. http://www.mkpress.com/PowerInTheCloud.html • Cloud computing: (the Internet represents the Cloud). • The is the platform for computing. Rather than running software on a local computer or server, Internet users reach to the “cloud” to combine software applications, data storage and massive computing power. • A of Internet servers. • D on Internet servers • G is probably the most recognized leader in cloud computing. • Follows the “ ” model: the application is licensed to customers as a service on demand, using a pay-as-you-go model or subscription model (like monthly subscription)
Benefits of Cloud Computing • L • Reduced hardware and software costs • Someone else , you don’t have upfront costs • Someone else provides the hardware, software, training, support services, help desk, trouble shooting, security and upgrades • Easy to switch to another provider if you are unhappy • Pay only for what you use. • Quick access to new upgrades (and upgrades happen on the server, rather than on the end-user desktops) • Interface to applications is typically (IE, FireFox, Safari, etc.) • What is Cloud Computing?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ae_DKNwK_ms&feature=player_embedded