Domain 4.0: Virtualization & Cloud Computing Flashcards
When users access applications over the Internet that are provided by the third-party. Sometimes these applications are accessed by a browser.
Can potentially offer lower hardware software and maintenance cost
Software as a service (SaaS)
Gmail dropbox and Microsoft office 365 are an example of
Software as a service (SaaS)
Access hardware only when you need it
Infrastructure as a service (IaaS)
Offers computer networking, storage, load balancing, routing and VM housing
Infrastructure at the service (IaaS)
Amazon Web services and Microsoft azure is an example of
Infrastructure as a service
The ability to develop and test application in virtual environment without the cost for ministration of a physical platform
Platform as a service