Mastering cloud computing: A beginners guide


Cloud computing has transformed the way businesses operate and store data. In this post, I'll break down the basics of cloud computing for beginners.

Topics covered:

  • What is cloud computing and how does it work?
  • Key benefits and drawbacks
  • Popular cloud service providers and their offerings

Embrace the power of the cloud.

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As IT students, it's essential to grasp the concept of cloud technology because it's transforming the wat businesses operate and store data. We'll provide a step-by-step guide to help you master cloud computing:

  1. Understanding the basics: We'll start with the fundamentals of what cloud computing is and how it works.
    • Cloud computing: A computing environment in which software and storage are provided as an internet service and can be accessed with a Web browser.
      How does it work: In simpler terms, cloud computing uses a network (most often, the internet) to connect users to a cloud platform where they request, and access rented computing services. A central server handles all the communication between client devices and servers to facilitate the exchange of data. Security and privacy features are common components to keep this information secure and safe.
  2. Choosing the right cloud service: discuss the various cloud service providers and their offerings.
    • Amazon Web Services (AWS): AWS is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments. It offers a wide range of services such as computing, storage, databases, analytics, machine learning, and more. AWS is known for its scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
    • Microsoft Azure: Azure is a cloud computing service created by Microsoft for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centers. It provides services such as virtual machines, storage, databases, networking, analytics, and more. Azure is known for its hybrid cloud capabilities and its ability to integrate with other Microsoft products.
    • Google Cloud Platform (GCP): GCP is a suite of cloud computing services offered by Google. It provides services such as computing, storage, networking, big data, machine learning, and more. GCP is known for its security, scalability, and flexibility.
    • IBM Cloud: IBM Cloud is a cloud computing platform that provides infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS). It offers services such as compute, storage, networking, security, and more. IBM Cloud is known for its hybrid cloud capabilities and its ability to integrate with other IBM products.
    • Oracle Cloud: Oracle Cloud is a cloud computing service offered by Oracle Corporation. It provides services such as compute, storage, networking, databases, and more. Oracle Cloud is known for its security, scalability, and flexibility.
  3. Setting up your first cloud instance: a detailed guide on creating your first virtual server in the cloud
    • Choose a cloud provider that offers virtual servers.
    • Sign up for an account with the cloud provider of your choice.
    • Log in to your account and navigate to the virtual server's section.
    • Choose the (image) type of virtual server you want to create. You can choose from a variety of operating systems and configurations.
    • Select the geographic region where you want your virtual server to be located.
    • Choose the amount of storage and memory you need for your virtual server.
    • Configure your virtual server’s security settings. This includes setting up firewalls, access controls, and other security measures.
    • Launch your virtual server and wait for it to be provisioned.
    • Once your virtual server is ready, you can connect to it using a remote desktop client.
  4. Securing your cloud environment: ensuring the security of your cloud resources learn how to efficiently manage and scale your cloud infrastructure. 

Video by Carter Morgan

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