Cloud computing is a revolutionary IT concept that lets you access and store data from anywhere via the Internet. You can use web browsers or apps on your computer, tablet or mobile device to gain access to your stored files. Cloud computing has become the backbone of modern work and business, with its applications in remote working, AI and other technologies.
Advantages of cloud computing:
Cost savings: Rather than investing capital on application software, IT management tools, servers and storage systems, and other hardware, you pay to rent the services your organization needs through a provider. This reduces your IT expenses and allows you to scale services up and down as needed.
Speed: Provisioning resources for development, testing and deployment can be done in hours — not months — through cloud solutions, giving you the agility to respond faster to customer demands. And you can grow globally using a vendor’s cloud data centers, which are located in various regions around the world.
Security:
A good cloud service provider (CSP) offers a set of security features to help keep your data secure and private in the cloud. This includes encryption to protect data at rest and in transit, along with the ability to manage keys for security modules. In addition, a CSP should offer a multicloud strategy to help you avoid vendor lock-in and offer more choice for innovation, including best-of-breed platforms.