what is cloud computing? why adopt it? how IT is evolving in the domain?

2. what is cloud computing? Cloud computing is an evolution of IT managed services. It allows any IT resource to be consumed as a utility, from simple applications to a complete server infrastructure, and be delivered as on-demand services over a network. This lets enterprises benefit from advanced IT services without extensive capital investment, skilled staff and ongoing operational headaches. Computing resources become elastic, scaling up and down to suit seasonal demand, always with the latest upgrades, security and performance features. It can be implemented as “public cloud”, open to any Internet users; as a “virtual private cloud”which is a shared service but delivered over a service provider's private network; or as a “private cloud”which utilizes resources dedicated to the enterprise. public cloud private cloud Virtual private cloud internet Cloud journey – how IT is evolving 2

4. smartphone sales increased 74% in 2010 to 295 million devicesCloud journey – how IT is evolving 3

5. IT infrastructure & web use is changing Cloud journey – how IT is evolving 4

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9. top concerns for implementing public cloud services Cloud journey – how IT is evolving 6

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15. your destination? the cloud isn’t a single domain Different cloud scenarios are emerging to match different needs Sources: Netcraft, Berg Insight, Skype, Nielson, Gartner, JP Morgan, F-Secure, Cisco, Orange Business Services, Orange Labs Cloud journey – how IT is evolving 12

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