CLOUD COMPUTING
Cloud computing is a technology model that involves delivering various computing services, such as storage, processing power, databases, networking, and software, over the internet (the "cloud") rather than relying solely on local infrastructure or personal devices. Cloud computing allows individuals, businesses, and organizations to access and use these services on-demand and pay for only the resources they use, often on a subscription basis. Key characteristics of cloud computing include: On-Demand Self-Service: Users can provision and manage computing resources, such as virtual machines, storage, and applications, without requiring human intervention from the service provider. Broad Network Access: Cloud services are accessible over the internet from a variety of devices, including computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices. Resource Pooling: Cloud providers pool and share computing resources among multiple users and applications, optimizing resource utilization and ...