Cloud Computing: Introduction

by cloudcomputing2013

Cloud computing is the practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than using a local server.

A model for storing information files and software in a database known as the “cloud”. A user can retrieve data via the Internet and depending on the service provider; the user can have access to it from multiple devices. Some cloud computing service providers do not require the need to install the same software again on different devices.

 

Cloud computing is basically a front end and a back end that connect to each other through a network. The front end is the side the computer user/client sees= client’s computer/computer network and application needed to access cloud computing system. The back end is the “cloud” section of the system= cloud (made up of computers + servers + data storage systems). Each application has its own dedicated server.