Cloud computing for dummies

Judith Hurwitz, Robin Bloor, Marcia Kaufman, Fern Halper - Collection For Dummies

336 pages, parution le 01/09/2009

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Résumé

Cloud computing is a way for businesses to take advantage of storage and virtual services through the Internet, saving money on infrastructure and support
This book provides a clear definition of cloud computing from the utility computing standpoint and also addresses security concerns
Offers practical guidance on delivering and managing cloud computing services effectively and efficiently
Presents a proactive and pragmatic approach to implementing cloud computing in any organization
Helps IT managers and staff understand the benefits and challenges of cloud computing, how to select a service, and what's involved in getting it up and running
Highly experienced author team consults and gives presentations on emerging technologies

Cloud Computing For Dummies gets straight to the point, providing the practical information you need to know.

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The easy way to understand and implement cloud computing technology written by a team of experts. Cloud computing can be difficult to understand at first, but the cost-saving possibilities are great and many companies are getting on board. If you've been put in charge of implementing cloud computing, this straightforward, plain-English guide clears up the confusion and helps you get your plan in place. You'll learn how cloud computing enables you to run a more green IT infrastructure, and access technology-enabled services from the Internet ("in the cloud") without having to understand, manage, or invest in the technology infrastructure that supports them. You'll also find out what you need to consider when implementing a plan, how to handle security issues, and more.

Sommaire

Introducing Cloud Computing.
- Grasping the Fundamentals.
- Discovering the Value of the Cloud for Business.
- Getting Inside the Cloud.
- Developing Your Cloud Strategy.
Understanding the Nature of the Cloud.
- Seeing the Advantages of the Highly Scaled Data Center.
- Exploring the Technical Foundation for Scaling Computer Systems.
- Checking the Cloud's Workload Strategy.
- Managing Data.
- Discovering Private and Hybrid Clouds.
Examining the Cloud Elements.
- Seeing Infrastructure as a Service.
- Exploring Platform as a Service.
- Using Software as a Service.
- Understanding Massively Scaled Applications and Business Processes.
- Setting Some Standards.
Managing the Cloud.
- Managing and Securing Cloud Services.
- Governing the Cloud.
- Virtualization and the Cloud.
- Managing Desktops and Devices in the Cloud.
- Service Oriented Architecture and the Cloud.
- Managing the Cloud Environment.
Planning for the Cloud.
- Banking on Cloud Economics.
- Starting Your Journey to the Cloud.
The Part of Tens.
- Ten (Plus One) Swell Cloud Computing Resources.
- Ten Cloud Dos and Don'ts.

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	First
Auteur(s)	Judith Hurwitz, Robin Bloor, Marcia Kaufman, Fern Halper
Collection	For Dummies
Parution	01/09/2009
Nb. de pages	336
Format	18.5 x 23.5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	499g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780470484708
ISBN13	978-0-470-48470-8