5 Models of Cloud Computing

Question 1

This cloud computing model involves outsourcing of network to a service provider where virtual routers, switches & firewalls come into play. Route 53 and VPC are examples of this.

Answer 1

Network as A Service (NAAS)

Question 2

This allows for the outsourcing of the infrastructure of the servers & desktops to a service provider. AWS and Microsoft Azure are examples of this.

Answer 2

Infrastructure As A Service (IAAS)

Question 3

With this cloud computing model, users interact with a web-based application and the details of how it works are hidden. People use this type of cloud computing model as an easy, fast way with no manual configurations to make spreadsheets. Office 365 and Adobe photoshop are examples of this cloud computing model.

Answer 3

Software As A Service (SAAS)

Question 4

This cloud computing model is a development platform if your company develops applications without the need for infrastructure. An example is Jason Dion building his courses in his lab environments without the need for infrastructure. Pivotal and Apprendia are examples of this.

Answer 4

Platform As A Service (PAAS)

Question 5

This cloud model provides a desktop environment that is accessible through the Internet in the form of a cloud desktop or virtual desktop environment. This is also known as virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) where a working desktop environment & any applications you may need to use within that desktop. Amazon workspace is an example of this.

Answer 5

Desktop As A Service (DAAS)