Cloud Services: Cloud Computing Concepts

Explore fundamental cloud computing concepts such as cloud service models hosting options and security considerations among other topics covered in this 14-video course. Begin by examining cloud benefits components and service models; the differences between cloud computing roles such as cloud service customer cloud service architect and cloud auditor and learn the differences between on-premises and cloud implementations. This leads to an overview of the IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) cloud service model; the SaaS (Software as a Service) cloud service model and what needs to be considered when using the PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service) cloud service model. Next take a look at benefits and potential pitfalls for private cloud implementation; advantages and disadvantages of using a public cloud; benefits of using a hybrid cloud solution and benefits and potential pitfalls of using a community cloud. Learners will examine the potential risks and benefits of migrating to the cloud and explore common cloud vulnerabilities such as negligence cyber threats and system vulnerabilities.