Cloud Computing (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series)

Cloud computing is a model that enables ubiquitous, convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources. In other words, cloud computing allows businesses to use information technology resources that are usually only available to large enterprises. This represents a paradigm shift for business, as it can ease funding for startups, alter business plans, and allow big businesses greater agility.

Written by Nayan Ruparelia, the book “Cloud Computing” explains the cloud from the perspective of the business user. Ruparelia explains when to use cloud services, how to select a cloud service, how to integrate it with other technologies, and what the best practices are for using cloud computing. This book cuts through the hype and provides a no-nonsense guide to the cloud for any organization.

Ruparelia discusses the various issues that organizations should consider while implementing cloud computing, such as service level agreements, business service delivery and consumption, finance, legal jurisdiction, security, and social responsibility. The book also introduces novel concepts that are made possible by cloud computing, like cloud cells, specialist clouds for specific uses, the personal cloud, the cloud of things, and cloud service exchanges. It examines use case patterns in terms of infrastructure and platform, software information, and business processes, and explains how to transition to a cloud service.

Overall, this book is an indispensable guide to the cloud for current and future users. It is a useful resource for anyone who wants to take advantage of cloud services in their business.

ASIN: 0262529092
Publisher: The MIT Press; Illustrated edition (May 13, 2016)
Language: English
Paperback: 278 pages
ISBN-10: 9780262529099
ISBN-13: 978-0262529099
Item Weight: 8.8 ounces
Dimensions: 5 x 0.68 x 7 inches