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GAMBLING ON THE CLOUD?

Authors :
Gibson, Stan
Source :
eWeek. 10/6/2008, Vol. 25 Issue 28, p39-43. 4p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article offers information on the concept of cloud computing application model. According to the author, cloud computing is defined as a type of service that is available through Web sites with little human intervention with high scalability to support high burst of demand and payment are computed through the consumed usage rate. In addition, the author notes that despite the fame acquired by cloud computing it still received concern on the safety of data. It also discusses the risk and rewards associated on the use of cloud computing as well as its different applicability and basic types along with its implications.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15306283
Volume :
25
Issue :
28
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
eWeek
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
34838261