Cloud Computing For Dummies  (English, Paperback, Hurwitz Judith S.)

Published in the year 2009, Cloud Computing For Dummies is a book that provides the readers with insights into the field of cloud computing, and debunks common myths about this technology as well.

Summary Of The Book

Cloud computing is used for describing several computing concepts that deal with numerous computers that are linked together by a real-time communication network. In simple terms, this technology enables users to run a program on several computers that are connected to one another, at the same time. Most people often get overwhelmed with the intricacies of this technology, however, Cloud Computing For Dummies is set to debunk some of the common myths in cloud computing, making it easier for newbies to get a strong grounding in this subject.

The authors explain that cloud computing is a means by which data can be stored on the internet, along with virtual services that help in saving money for the organization. This book also deals with aspects pertaining to security, and from the utility computing standpoint. The readers are also guided into making use of cloud computing in their own organization.

Cloud Computing For Dummies contains 24 chapters in total, and some of them include Ten Cloud Dos and Don’ts, Governing the Cloud, Virtualization and the Cloud, Setting Some Standards, Using Software as a Service, Seeing Infrastructure as a Service, Checking the Cloud’s Workload Strategy, and Developing your Cloud Strategy.

The book helps users to manage and deliver cloud services efficiently, and helps the user in understanding the advantages of cloud computing. The authors also throw light on how cloud computing enables them to access technology-enabled services from the cloud, without having to invest, manage, and understand the technology infrastructure that supports these features. Cloud Computing For Dummies is also recommended for IT managers as it presents the challenges that are accompanied with cloud computing. The authors also explain how to choose a service, and the things involved in starting, and running it.

About The Authors

Judith Hurwitz is an author and a CEO.

Hurwitz’s articles feature in a number of major publications such as The Boston Globe, E-Week, Computerworld, Businessweek, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. Hurwitz is currently the CEO and President of a firm called Hurwitz & Associates, specializing in emerging technologies.

Robin Bloor is an author and tech expert.

Bloor has written The Electronic B@zaar.

Bloor is the founder of Bloor Research, which is an IT firm based in the UK.

Marcia Kaufman is an author and has more than 20 years’ experience in business strategy, industry research in business technology, and analytics.

Kaufman has specialized in the arena of SOA and cloud computing for several years, and is one of the founding partners of Hurwitz & Associates.

Dr. Fern Halper is an author and educator.

Some of the books written by Halper include Information On Demand For Dummies, Service Management For Dummies, and Service Oriented Architecture For Dummies.

Halper completed her BA from Colgate University, and went on to obtain her doctoral degree from Texas A&M University. She has more than two decades’ experience in the fields of strategy development, business analysis, and data analysis. She has written a number of articles on information technology and data mining.