Glossary of Cloud Terms

There are a number of confusing and bewildering terms used in technology, and, since the cloud became a real thing, those terms have expanded to encompass everything we do both online and in a cloud service.

CLEAR SKIES AHEAD Here’s a quick list of some of the terms you’re likely to come across as you explore cloud technologies further. Needless to say, the industry loves its terminology, so expect many more as you delve deeper into this sphere. AGILITY Refers to the faster implementation of IT within a company, specifically cloud implementation; Often referenced when a company moves from in-house to cloud technologies particularly quickly. AIRFRAME An open-source cloud platform that targets businesses in the thinking stage of adopting a private cloud service model. BACKUP AS A SERVICE Another form of online mass storage; whereby a company can effectively back up its entire system’s data to the cloud. This service is of interest to audits, as off-site backups are secure and safe from accidental damage. BPaaS…

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