Cloud Computing Cloud computing is the delivery of various computing services—such as servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and analytics—over the internet (the "cloud"). Instead of owning and maintaining physical data centers or servers, companies can rent access to these services from cloud providers like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. Key Characteristics On-Demand Self-Service : Users can provision computing resources like storage and processing power as needed, without human intervention from the service provider. Broad Network Access : These services are available over the internet and can be accessed through standard devices such as laptops, smartphones, or desktops. Resource Pooling : Cloud providers pool resources to serve multiple customers, allowing them to scale efficiently and serve a large number of users. Rapid Elasticity : Resources can be scaled up or down quickly in response to user demand. Measured Service : Clou...
