Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is the delivery of on-demand computing resources over the internet, including servers,
storage, databases, and software. Users can access these resources from anywhere, and pay only for
what they use, making it a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes. Cloud
computing can be classified into three main types:

1 SaaS 2 PaaS 3 IaaS

Software as a Service Platform as a Service Infrastructure as a

provides users with
access to software
applications that run on
cloud infrastructure,
eliminating the need for
users to install and
maintain their own
software.
Cloud computing has many benefits, including:
provides users with
access to cloud-based
development platforms,
enabling them to build,
test, and deploy
applications without the
need for on-premises
infrastructure.
Service provides users
with access to
virtualized computing
resources, including
servers, storage, and
networking, allowing
them to create their
own virtual data centers
on the cloud.

• Scalability
• Flexibility
• Cost savings
• Reliability
• Security

However, there are also some challenges associated with cloud computing, such as:

• Data privacy and security concerns

Cloud Computing Models
Public Cloud Private Cloud Hybrid Cloud Multi-Cloud

Owned and Owned and A combination of The use of multiple

operated by a third- operated by a public and private cloud computing
party service single organization, clouds, the hybrid services from
provider, the public the private cloud cloud allows different providers,
cloud delivers provides computing organizations to the multi-cloud
computing resources control sensitive environment offers
resources over the exclusively to that data on a private redundancy,
internet. It offers organization. It cloud while taking failover, and
scalability and cost- offers greater advantage of the flexibility for
effectiveness for control and security scalability and cost- organizations. It
organizations of all for sensitive data effectiveness of a allows for the
sizes. and applications. public cloud. It optimization of
offers flexibility and workloads and cost
customization for management.
complex
workloads.
Advantages of Using Cloud Computing
Cost-Effectiveness 💰

Cloud computing eliminates the need for

costly hardware infrastructure and
maintenance, reducing IT costs for
organizations. This means that they can
focus on their core business objectives
rather than worrying about managing and
maintaining IT infrastructure. It also allows
them to avoid upfront capital expenses and
pay only for what they use, which can be
more cost-effective in the long run.

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Scalability 🚀 Accessibility 📱

Cloud computing resources can be scaled up
or down based on demand, allowing
organizations to pay only for what they use.
This means that they can easily handle
spikes in traffic or workloads without having
to invest in expensive hardware or
infrastructure. It also allows them to quickly
and easily adjust to changing business
needs, without having to worry about
capacity planning or overprovisioning.
Cloud computing offers access to data and
applications from anywhere, anytime, and
from any device with an internet connection,
improving productivity and collaboration.
This means that employees can work from
anywhere, using any device, and still have
access to the data and applications they
need to do their jobs. It also allows teams to
collaborate more easily, share information
more effectively, and work more efficiently,
Security Concerns and Mitigations
Security Concerns
A data breach is an incident where sensitive,
protected, or confidential data is accessed or
disclosed without authorization. Data breaches
can occur due to a variety of reasons, including
human error, system glitches, or cyberattacks.
They can result in financial losses, legal
liabilities, and reputational damage for
organizations.
Data loss or theft can occur due to hardware
failure, natural disasters, or human error.
Organizations can lose valuable data if they do
not have appropriate backup and recovery plans
in place. Data theft can occur due to
cyberattacks, insider threats, or physical theft of
devices. It can result in identity theft, financial
fraud, or other forms of cybercrime.
A distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack is a
type of cyberattack where multiple
compromised systems are used to target a
single system or service, causing it to become
unavailable to users. DDoS attacks can be
launched by hackers or cybercriminals to
blackmail organizations or disrupt their
operations. They can result in lost revenues,
reputational damage, and legal liabilities.
Organizations that handle sensitive data or
Mitigations
Data encryption is a process of converting
sensitive data into an unreadable format to
prevent unauthorized access. Organizations can
use various encryption technologies, such as
symmetric key encryption, asymmetric key
encryption, or hashing, to protect their data from
cyber threats.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a security
measure that requires users to provide two or
more forms of authentication to access a
system or service. MFA can prevent
unauthorized access to sensitive data and
protect against cyber attacks, such as phishing
or credential stuffing.
Disaster recovery planning (DRP) is a process of
preparing for and recovering from a disaster
that affects an organization's IT systems or
infrastructure. DRP can include various
measures, such as data backup and recovery,
system redundancy, and business continuity
planning, to ensure that an organization can
continue its operations in the event of a
disaster.
Regulatory compliance audits are a process of
assessing an organization's compliance with
various laws and regulations related to data
privacy, security, and governance. Audits can be
Cloud Computing Real-World Examples
Netflix
Netflix has migrated its video-
streaming services to Amazon
Web Services (AWS) to cut
costs and improve scalability.
Spotify
Spotify uses Google Cloud
Platform (GCP) to process
large amounts of data and
provide personalized music
recommendations to its users.
Zoom
Zoom's video conferencing
technology is hosted on AWS
to provide high reliability and
secure connections to millions
of users globally.
Slack
Slack uses AWS to provide
real-time communication and
collaboration services to its
users, with high availability
and low latency.
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure is a leading
cloud services platform for
building, testing, deploying,
and managing applications
and services through
Microsoft-managed data
centers.
Adobe
Adobe Creative Cloud is a
suite of creative applications
and services that are hosted
on AWS, providing users with
on-demand access to tools
Migration to Cloud Computing
Planning
Develop a comprehensive migration plan that
includes timelines, budgets and resources
required, and a contingency plan to address
any issues that may arise.

• Create a detailed migration plan

• Identify timelines and budgets
• Allocate resources and responsibilities
• Develop a contingency plan

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Assessment
Organizations should determine which
applications and data will be moved to the
cloud and identify any potential security and
compliance issues.
Execution
Migrate applications and data to the cloud,
configure security and governance policies,
and establish best practices for monitoring
and managing resources in the cloud.

• Identify applications and data to be migrated • Migrate applications and data to the cloud
The Future of Cloud Computing
Edge Computing
Edge computing is a way of processing data
closer to the source, which reduces the time
it takes for your applications to respond. This
means faster performance and better user
experiences for everyone.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine
Learning
Cloud computing is already playing a critical
role in driving advancements in AI and
machine learning. With access to vast
amounts of data and computing power,
developers can create more sophisticated
and powerful applications than ever before.
Hybrid Cloud
Hybrid cloud is a combination of public and private cloud infrastructure. It gives organizations the
flexibility to run some applications in the public cloud, while keeping others on-premise. This can
Serverless Computing
Serverless computing is a technology that
allows developers to build and run
applications without worrying about the
underlying infrastructure. This means you
can focus on writing code and delivering
value to your users, without getting bogged
down in the details of servers and
networking.
Quantum Computing
Quantum computing is a new type of
computing that has the potential to
revolutionize the way we solve problems. By
harnessing the properties of quantum
mechanics, quantum computers could be
much faster and more powerful than
traditional computers. Cloud computing
providers are already investing heavily in this
area to make quantum computing accessible
to a broader audience.