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What are Cloud Computing Services, How are they offered?

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Cloud computing is the process of delivering computing services on the internet. There are a variety of services offered on cloud. Some of the major services offered on cloud are Servers, Storage, Databases, Networking, Software, Analytics and much more. While many believe cloud computing is rare, cloud computing is already a major part of our everyday lives.

Cloud computing was just a concept over a decade ago, but as people found more reasons and applications for cloud computing, everything from sending emails, editing documents, watching videos, playing games, music , and storing pictures or other files are being carried out using cloud technology. With the sudden increase in cloud computing, many enterprises from small start ups to large multinational corporations are offering cloud based services.

Some of the major uses of cloud computing are:

  • Easier to create new apps and services
  • Store, manage, and retrieve data
  • Host website, blogs, and other digital assets
  • Steaming multimedia live
  • Offering Software on demand
  • Analyze data and provide valuable business insights

Types of Cloud Computing Services

Cloud computing services broadly fall into 3 categories. But during certain exceptions, these 3 services are stacked one on top of other for better utility called as the Cloud Computing Stack. While cloud computing could provide a variety of different uses, it is important to understand what these categories are and how they could be used.

IaaS –Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) is one of the basic forms of cloud computing services. It allows IT infrastructure or hardware including Servers, Virtual Machines, Storage, Networks, and Operating Systems to be rented. These services are offered by a cloud provider on a pay as you go basis.

PaaS – Platform as a Service (PaaS) is a type of cloud computing that is offered on a supply on demand basis for developing software and applications. PaaS makes it easier for developers to manage and develop web and mobile applications without giving focus towards the infrastructure like Servers, Storage, Network and Databases.

SaaSSoftware as a Service (SaaS) is a type of cloud computing used for delivering software over the internet on a subscription basis. This allows users to avail services on their web browsers on all devices, while cloud service providers host and manage the software and applications. The service provider also handles the maintenance of the software including software and security upgrades.

Advantages of Cloud Computing:

Having established the basics of cloud computing, what are the advantages it provides? In recent days, many enterprises are looking to transfer to cloud to increase their productivity and efficiency. Here are few points to understand how cloud computing services are attracting these enterprises.

  1. Speed and Efficiency

    Cloud computing eliminates one of the basic aspects of an enterprise’s IT infrastructure requirement – Capital Planning. With cloud computing, organizations could access vast amounts of computing resources with ease.

  2. Cost Effectiveness

    Cloud computing simply removes the cost of purchasing expensive computing hardware. As an added advantage, enterprises could also save up on space and power bills as cloud eliminates the need for hardware and software maintenance.

  3. Better Performance

    Cloud computing systems are usually much more efficient than traditional systems. Cloud networks could be from anywhere in the world and the servers and hardware are regularly updated to continuously improve their performance.

  4. Global Availability

    One of the major advantages of using cloud is in its scalability. Users could tap into computing resources like Computing Power, Storage, and Bandwidth from any location around the world.

  5. Increased Productivity

    Cloud computing allows enterprises to utilize their time and resources with better efficiency. With major IT tasks of maintenance taken off the enterprise, they could focus on providing better quality of services to their customers.

  6. Highly Reliable

    Even as local hardware is becoming increasingly resilient, it does not match up to cloud computing in terms of Data Back-up and disaster recovery. This makes cloud computing more safe and reliable at all times.

Finally for enterprises availing cloud computing services, the most important step is to find the right cloud service provider. XCEL Corp is a Global Leader in IT solutions with over 15+ years of experience in the industry. XCEL Corp has proven track record of growth and financial stability. Professionals at XCEL Corp also leverage cutting-edge technology for proving highly robust cloud computing services.

To learn more about how cloud computing can transform your enterprise and what XCEL Corp can do for you, visit our website now!

Bhavani Suri ( Content Writer)

Our in-house content writer, who develops and creates content marketing strategies. She writes about the latest trends and advances related to IT in particular, and Technology in general.



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