Migrating to cloud services

Question 1

What is The Cloud-only model?

Answer 1

The cloud-only model describes a situation where the service (or services) model you want to use (SaaS,
PaaS, or IaaS) is strictly run in the could; there isn’t any connection to existing on-premises-based
systems.

Question 2

What type of company can use the Cloud-only model?

Answer 2

For smaller companies such as startups or non-profits that don’t have the in-house resources and capital
outlay to purchase and maintain their infrastructure, the cloud-only model can be a good choice.
Note, however, that a cloud-only model will limit the amount of customization that’s available, as users
have no access to the cloud-based servers.

Question 3

What is The Hybrid cloud model?

Answer 3

is a solution that fits most larger organizations, because it allows you to keep critical resources on-premises. Many enterprises embrace this model because it connects on-premises systems to the cloud, effectively making the new cloud services an extension of the company’s on-premises infrastructure.

Question 4

When companies consider cloud solutions,what are the three categories they need to focus on?

Answer 4

Cost
Security/reliability and compliance
Functionality