Cloud Computing

Infrastructure as a Service

Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) is a form of cloud computing that provides virtualized computing
resources over the internet

IasS Characteristics

- On-demand self-service
- Broad network access
- Resource pooling
- Rapid elasticity
- Measured service

IaaS Classification

1. Pirvate Cloud - IaaS on a private network dedicated for a company or a group of

companies deployed inside the firewall of them. Analogy of a private cloud is a ‘Company
cab’. Private Cloud is considered as a most secured IaaS offering.
2. Public Cloud – IaaS service deployed over the internet; for firms to pay and use the
service. Analogy of a public cloud is the utility services such as electricity, gas and water.
3. Hybrid Cloud – a combination of both – private cloud and public cloud in an organization.