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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. 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.

Table of Contents:
Introduction 1 Part I: Introducing Cloud Computing 5 Chapter 1: Grasping the Fundamentals 7 Chapter 2: Discovering the Value of the Cloud for Business 17 Chapter 3: Getting Inside the Cloud 27 Chapter 4: Developing Your Cloud Strategy 39 Part II: Understanding the Nature of the Cloud 47 Chapter 5: Seeing the Advantages of the Highly Scaled Data Center 49 Chapter 6: Exploring the Technical Foundation for Scaling Computer Systems 59 Chapter 7: Checking the Cloud’s Workload Strategy 67 Chapter 8: Managing Data 75 Chapter 9: Discovering Private and Hybrid Clouds 87 Part III: Examining the Cloud Elements 105 Chapter 10: Seeing Infrastructure as a Service 107 Chapter 11: Exploring Platform as a Service 119 Chapter 12: Using Software as a Service 137 Chapter 13: Understanding Massively Scaled Applications and Business Processes 153 Chapter 14: Setting Some Standards 161 Part IV: Managing the Cloud 171 Chapter 15: Managing and Securing Cloud Services 173 Chapter 16: Governing the Cloud 187 Chapter 17: Virtualization and the Cloud 197 Chapter 18: Managing Desktops and Devices in the Cloud 209 Chapter 19: Service Oriented Architecture and the Cloud 221 Chapter 20: Managing the Cloud Environment 231 Part V: Planning for the Cloud 243 Chapter 21: Banking on Cloud Economics 245 Chapter 22: Starting Your Journey to the Cloud 255 Part VI: The Part of Tens 265 Chapter 23: Ten (Plus One) Swell Cloud Computing Resources 267 Chapter 24: Ten Cloud Dos and Don’ts 271 Glossary 275 Index 291


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780470597408
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
  • Binding: Digital (delivered electronically)
  • No of Pages: 336
  • ISBN-10: 0470597402
  • Publisher Date: 20 Oct 2009
  • Language: English


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