TIBCO Software Inc., provider of integration, API management, and analytics solutions, has been recognised as a market leader in Ovum's Middleware-as-a-Service (MWaaS) Decision Matrix.
Cloud Computing, SaaS, Data centres, Cloud-based
Cloud computing is a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources (e.g., networks, servers, storage, applications, and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and released with minimal management effort or service provider interaction. These services are hosted by a cloud provider, and are available to organisations of all sizes. These articles relate to Cloud Computing, Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Data centres, Cloud-based applications & outsourcing.
Pulsant and Corent join forces to offer comprehensive cloud migration services
Jul 19, 2017
Pulsant, the UK provider of hybrid cloud solutions, has announced a partnership with cloud migration platform company Corent Technology that sees both parties complementing their existing services.
Helium tackles the connectivity problem in IoT
Jul 19, 2017
Helium, a provider of simple, secure, scalable IoT connectivity, has announced the launch of its latest product suite, a comprehensive low-power, long-range solution for IoT devices.
Scality launches Zenko, open source software to assure data control in a multi-cloud world
Jul 12, 2017
Scality, the object and cloud storage solutions provider, has announced the open source launch of its Scality Zenko, a Multi-Cloud Data Controller. The new solution is free to use and embed into developer applications, opening a new world of multi-cloud storage for developers.
Redstor announced as CommonWealthFirst Export Champion
Jul 05, 2017
Redstor has been selected as one of 30 British businesses to become a CommonWealthFirst Export Champion that will see the firm strengthen their position as a technology vendor and extend the reach of the brand name, including the RBUSS brand which is already recognisable in UK public sectors.
Dataguise tackles cloud, Big Data security and compliance challenges at the 2017 DataWorks Summit
Jun 14, 2017
Dataguise, the data-centric audit and protection (DCAP) solutions provider, has announced that the company is a Bronze sponsor of the 2017 DataWorks Summit, taking place June 13-15 in San Jose.
3D Repo joins Government’s G-Cloud digital marketplace
Jun 07, 2017
3D Repo, the company behind cloud software solutions for collaborative Building Information Modelling (BIM), has been successful in its application to the government's cloud procurement service G-Cloud.
IT and business compete for the Digital Transformation crown, finds CIF research
Jun 07, 2017
IT directors believe that cloud adoption in their organisation is driven principally by their IT function as part of a technology strategy, rather than the need for change driven by business decision makers. This is according to the latest research from the Cloud Industry Forum (CIF).
DevOps is not something you buy in a box – it’s about cultural change
Jun 01, 2017
DevOps is a cultural change that encompasses people, processes and technology tools to focus on the rapid delivery of business solutions and applications. This is according to Kelly Murphy, Co-Founder of HyperGrid, the Enterprise Cloud-as-a-Service leader.
More partners join ScanSnap Cloud
Jun 01, 2017
PFU (EMEA) Limited has added new partners to the ScanSnap Cloud: Expensify, Intuit, Concur and Shoeboxed. ScanSnap Cloud is a free service that enables users of ScanSnap iX100 and iX500 document scanners to directly scan documents to cloud applications without needing a computer or mobile device.
Cloud computing
Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence—over the Internet (“the cloud”).
These services are hosted by a cloud provider—a company that provides the computing resources and infrastructure over the Internet.
Cloud computing offers several advantages over traditional on-premises IT, including:
- Scalability: Cloud computing resources can be scaled up or down as needed, so you only pay for what you use.
- Flexibility: Cloud computing services can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection, so you can work from home, the office, or on the go.
- Cost savings: Cloud computing can help you save money on hardware, software, and IT staff.
There are four main types of cloud computing:
- Public cloud: A public cloud is a cloud computing infrastructure that is open to the public. Public cloud providers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), offer a wide range of cloud services.
- Private cloud: A private cloud is a cloud computing infrastructure that is dedicated to a single organization. Private clouds are typically more expensive than public clouds, but they offer greater security and control.
- Hybrid cloud: A hybrid cloud is a combination of a public cloud and a private cloud. Hybrid clouds offer the best of both worlds, providing the scalability and flexibility of a public cloud with the security and control of a private cloud.
- Multicloud: A multicloud is a deployment strategy that uses multiple cloud providers. Multicloud can help you improve reliability and performance, and it can also give you more flexibility in choosing the right cloud provider for your needs.
Cloud computing is a rapidly growing market, and it is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. As more and more businesses adopt cloud computing, it is becoming an essential part of the modern IT landscape.
Here are some examples of cloud computing:
- Email: Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo Mail are all examples of cloud computing services.
- Storage: Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud are all examples of cloud storage services.
- Databases: Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) and Microsoft SQL Azure are both examples of cloud database services.
- Software: Salesforce and Workday are both examples of cloud-based software applications.
- Networking: Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and Microsoft Azure Virtual Network (VNet) are both examples of cloud networking services.
