What is The Cloud?
“The Cloud..” It seems no matter where you turn, you hear this phrase over and over. Google Cloud, Microsoft Cloud, Apple iCloud, etc. The list goes on and on.
But, what is “The Cloud” and why is it getting so much buzz?
The Cloud Defined
In the most basic of terms, cloud computing refers to being able to access resources and applications that are available on the Internet from just about any Internet connected device. Your “device”, be it a PC, iPhone, or other Internet enabled machine can then essentially act as if these resources and applications were housed locally. Being that they are housed remotely in one location means easier maintenance, and reduced costs.
In more sophisticated terms, it refers to scalable IT architectures that can be more easily accessed and maintained. “Scalability” means you can add more capacity, power, and services without incurring exorbitant costs – clearly a boon for businesses.
How Popular is The Cloud in the Business World
According to Saugatuck, a Connecticut based research and consulting firm, by 2015, there will remain no business computing category that hasn’t moved to the Cloud – with 65 percent or more of all NEW business application / solution decisions Cloud-based or Hybrid by 2015.
According to research firm, Gartner, By 2012, 20% of businesses will own no IT assets as increasingly business rely on external, cloud based hardware provided to them under subscription models.
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