Page 10 - Cloud Essentials

CONTENTS

Preface
Introduction

1 Introduction to Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing: Common Terms and Definitions
Cloud Computing Characteristics

Cloud Computing and Virtualization
Early Examples of Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Deployment Models
Private Cloud
Community Cloud
Public Cloud

Hybrid Cloud
Positive Indicators for Cloud Readiness
Negative Indicators for Cloud Readiness
Cloud Service Categories
Two-Minute Drill
Q&A Self Test

Self Test Answers

2 Business Perspectives
Similarities and Differences Between Cloud Computing and

Outsourcing
Reasons for Outsourcing
Cloud Computing and Outsourcing Common Traits
Characteristics of Clouds and Cloud Services from a Business
Perspective
Scalability
Capacity Planning

Security
How the Characteristics of Cloud Computing Enhance Business Value
Hardware Independence and Variable Costs
Two-Minute Drill
Q&A Self Test

Self Test Answers

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