Cloud Computing Basics, 2014
SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering Series

Cloud Computing Basics covers the main aspects of this fast moving technology so that both practitioners and students will be able to understand cloud computing. The author highlights the key aspects of this technology that a potential user might want to investigate before deciding to adopt this service. This book explains how cloud services can be used to augment existing services such as storage, backup and recovery. Addressing the details on how cloud security works and what the users must be prepared for when they move their data to the cloud. Also this book discusses how businesses could prepare for compliance with the laws as well as industry standards such as the Payment Card Industry.

Cloud Computing Evolution.- Basic Cloud Computing Types.- Understanding Cloud Computing.- Cloud Computing Providers.- Cloud Computing Security.- Assessing Cloud Computing for Business Use.- Hidden Aspects of a Cloud Computing Contract.

S. Srinivasan, Ph.D. is a Professor and Chairman of Division of International Business & Technology Studies with A.R. Sanchez School of Business at Texas A & M International University.

Presents in simple terms all the essential concepts related to cloud computing Explains the issues of importance to consider in selecting cloud service Describes how to meet the compliance requirements while using cloud service Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras