1. Cloud Computing Lucas Morison Brendan Taylor

2. Relatively new concept software and storage are provided and accessed over the web. presents new opportunities for efficiency and innovation What is Cloud Computing

3. Came from how people referred to the internet as a cloud of information. Grew in popularity as people became more focused on sustainability and efficiency. How did Cloud Computing Start?

4. Businesses host cloud servers. Customers pay for the storage and software they offer. Layers

5. Hardware and/or software specifically designed for cloud computing. Includes computers, phones, operating systems, and browsers Client

7. Simplifies maintenance and supportApplication

8. Platform as a Service (PaaS) Platforms specially designed for cloud computing. Reduced complexity and cost relative to modern computing systems. Platform

9. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Delivers servers, software, data-center space, and network equipment as a service. Infrastructure

10. Hardware and Software specially designed for cloud computing. Cloud specific firmware. Combined offerings. Servers

11. E-mail Facebook Flickr Pandora Youtube Mobile Me Modern Day Clouds

12. Computer operating system developed by Xcerion Provides software, application, and storage—through a web browser. Icloud

13. Cost of service reflects level of activity. Doesn’t require as much hardware. More battery space. Less chemical waste in production. Efficiency

14. Outsources information to a cloud. Business saves on: System Design Installation Maintenance Remote Accessibility Applications Advantages for Businesses

15. Do not have to worry about supporting complicated computer server software. All employees use the same software and firmware. Automatically installed updates and security patches. Advantages for Businesses cont’d

16. SaaS company founded 1999 Serves more than 50,000 businesses on a subscription basis Part of the S&P 500 since 2008 Customer Relationship Management Salesforce.com

17. Privacy Compliance Security Availability and Performance Issuesof Cloud Computing

19. Google Docs

20. Skydrive

21. ZumoDrive

22. GspaceCloud Storage

23. Companies only pay for space they use. Reduced IT and hosting costs. Maintenance, backup, and storage management are run by the service provider. Cloud Storage Cont.

24. Stores data over the internet, using web based services. Highly efficient Highly accessible Reduces data redundancy Much room for innovation Recap

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