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The Basics of Cloud Computing
Understanding the Fundamentals of Cloud Computing in Theory and Practice
1st Edition - September 3, 2013
Authors: Derrick Rountree, Ileana Castrillo
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:9780124059320
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eBook ISBN:9780124055216
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As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Cloud Computing provides readers with an overview of the cloud and how to implement cloud computing in their organizat…Read more
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As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Cloud Computing provides readers with an overview of the cloud and how to implement cloud computing in their organizations. Cloud computing continues to grow in popularity, and while many people hear the term and use it in conversation, many are confused by it or unaware of what it really means. This book helps readers understand what the cloud is and how to work with it, even if it isn’t a part of their day-to-day responsibility.
Authors Derrick Rountree and Ileana Castrillo explains the concepts of cloud computing in practical terms, helping readers understand how to leverage cloud services and provide value to their businesses through moving information to the cloud. The book will be presented as an introduction to the cloud, and reference will be made in the introduction to other Syngress cloud titles for readers who want to delve more deeply into the topic.
This book gives readers a conceptual understanding and a framework for moving forward with cloud computing, as opposed to competing and related titles, which seek to be comprehensive guides to the cloud.
Provides a sound understanding of the cloud and how it works
Describes both cloud deployment models and cloud services models, so you can make the best decisions for deployment
Presents tips for selecting the best cloud services providers
Information Security professionals, infrastructure architect/engineers, software architect/engineers, and IT professionals responsible for implementing cloud technologies or selecting cloud service providers.
Dedication
Contributed Chapters
Preface
What to Expect From this Book
Intended Audience
Why is this Information Important?
Structure of the Book
Chapter 1. Introduction to the Cloud
Abstract
Chapter Points
Introduction
What is the Cloud?
Cloud Drivers
Cloud Adoption Inhibitors: What is Holding People Back?
Summary
Chapter 2. Laying the Groundwork
Abstract
Chapter Points
Introduction
Authentication
Computing Concepts
Hardware Virtualization
Web Development Technologies
Summary
Chapter 3. Cloud Deployment Models
Abstract
Chapter Points
Introduction
Public Clouds
Private Clouds
Community Clouds
Hybrid Clouds
Summary
Chapter 4. Cloud Service Models
Abstract
Chapter Points
Introduction
Software as a Service
Platform as a Service
Infrastructure as a Service
Additional Service Models
Summary
Chapter 5. Making the Decision
Abstract
Chapter Points
Introduction
To Go to the Cloud or Not?
Choosing a Cloud Service Model
Choosing a Cloud Deployment Model
Choosing a Public Cloud Service Provider
Chapter 6. Evaluating Cloud Security: An Information Security Framework
Abstract
Chapter Points
Evaluating Cloud Security
Tools
Checklists for Evaluating Cloud Security
Foundational Security
Business Considerations
Defense in Depth
Operational Security
Metrics for the Checklists
Summary
Endnotes
Chapter 7. Operating a Cloud
Abstract
Chapter Points
From Architecture to Efficient and Secure Operations
Security Operations Activities
Summary
Endnotes
Index
No. of pages: 172
Language: English
Edition: 1
Published: September 3, 2013
Imprint: Syngress
Paperback ISBN: 9780124059320
eBook ISBN: 9780124055216
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Derrick Rountree
Derrick Rountree (CISSP, CASP, MCSE) has been in the IT field for almost 20 years. He has a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. Derrick has held positions as a network administrator, IT consultant, a QA engineer, and an Enterprise Architect. He has experience in network security, operating system security, application security, and secure software development. Derrick has contributed to several other Syngress and Elsevier publications on Citrix, Microsoft, and Cisco technologies.
Affiliations and expertise
(CISSP, CASP, MCSE) has been in the IT field for almost 20 years.
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Ileana Castrillo
Ileana Castrillo is an expert in technology-driven business process improvement. In the last 12 years, Ileana has built on her Industrial Engineering background to successfully lead global, large-scale system implementations that help IT organizations better serve the needs of the business and become a key strategic partner. Ileana is currently pursuing an executive MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.