Cloud computing is a model for delivering on-demand access to shared computing resources such as servers, storage, applications, and services over the internet. The basic characteristics of cloud computing include:
On-demand self-service: Users can provision computing resources, such as processing power, storage, and network bandwidth, without any human intervention from the service provider.
Broad network access: Cloud services can be accessed through standard internet protocols and can be accessed from a variety of devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
Resource pooling: Cloud providers combine resources, such as processing power, storage, and network bandwidth, to serve multiple users or customers.
Rapid elasticity: Cloud services can rapidly and automatically scale up or down to meet changing demands.
Measured service: Cloud services can be monitored, controlled, and optimized using usage metrics, which allows customers to pay only for the resources they consume.
Service models: Cloud computing offers various service models such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).
Deployment models: Cloud computing can be deployed in various ways, including public cloud, private cloud, and hybrid cloud.
