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What Is Cloud Computing?
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What Is Cloud Computing?

Everything You Need to Know About the Cloud, Explained

Steve Ranger
Zdnet, 2018
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Some technology users may not even realize they’re in the cloud when they use Office 365, Salesforce or Netflix; others have merely a sketchy grasp of the inner workings of cloud technology. But decision makers who consider moving business processes to the cloud must have a better understanding of the benefits and risks the cloud presents in terms of costs and security. Steve Ranger, UK editor in chief of ZDNet, delivers an easy-to-digest primer on cloud computing and explores the advantages and disadvantages companies face when considering cloud technology.

Take-Aways

  • Most people know cloud computing only as a mechanism for accessing applications and data storage via the internet.
  • Migrating IT services to the cloud presents both risks and benefits.
  • Globalization creates additional security complications.

About the Author

Steve Ranger is an award-winning journalist and UK editor in chief of ZDNet and TechRepublic. He writes about technology, business and culture and regularly discusses tech issues on TV and radio.

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    R. A. 4 years ago
    One benefit of using cloud computing services is that firms can avoid the upfront cost and complexity of owning and maintaining their own IT infrastructure, and instead simply pay for what they use, when they use it.