Introduction to Cloud Computing and Its
Applications
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Service Models
3. Applications
4. Advantages
5. Challenges
6. Future Outlook
7. References
Introduction
Cloud computing is the on-demand delivery of IT resources over the internet with pay-as-you-go
pricing. It has transformed the way organizations store, process, and analyze data.
Service Models
Cloud services are categorized into Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service
(PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).
Applications
Applications include large-scale data storage, AI model training, software testing, collaborative
platforms, and business scalability.
Advantages
Cloud computing offers flexibility, cost reduction, and global accessibility.
Challenges
Key challenges involve security risks, vendor lock-in, downtime, and regulatory compliance.
Future Outlook
The future of cloud involves hybrid and multi-cloud systems, edge computing, and integration with
AI and IoT technologies.
References
1. Mell, P., & Grance, T. (2011). The NIST Definition of Cloud Computing. 2. Armbrust, M. et al.
(2010). A View of Cloud Computing.