Cloud computing has revolutionized how businesses and individuals manage data and applications. Here's a breakdown of its core aspects:
What is Cloud Computing? 🌐
A service model that delivers scalable IT resources over the internet. Key features include:
- On-demand self-service: Users access resources without human interaction.
- Broad network access: Available through standard web browsers.
- Resource pooling: Shared infrastructure across multiple users.
- Rapid elasticity: Automatic scaling of resources.
- Measured service: Pay only for what you use.
Why Use Cloud Computing? 📈
- Cost Efficiency 💰
- Flexibility & Scalability 🌱
- Disaster Recovery ⚠️
- Collaboration 🤝
Common Use Cases 📦
- Data Storage: Secure cloud-based repositories.
- Software Development: Collaborative coding environments.
- AI/ML Workloads: GPU-accelerated cloud instances.
- Business Applications: SaaS solutions like Google Workspace.
Related Technologies 🔧
- Virtual Machines (VM)
- Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Serverless Computing
- Edge Computing
For deeper insights, explore our guide on Cloud Services. 🚀