Describe cloud computing.

Describe cloud computing.

Cloud computing is the use of computing resources (hardware and software) that are delivered as a service over a network. A company uses the hardware and software in the cloud and a service fee is charged.
Cloud computing offers the following potential benefits:
- Organizational flexibility - Users can access the information anytime and anyplace using a web browser.
- Agility and rapid deployment - IT department can focus on delivering the tools to mine, analyse, and share the information and knowledge from databases, files, and people.
- Reduced cost of infrastructure - Technology is moved from on-site to a cloud provider, eliminating the cost of hardware and applications.
- Refocus of IT resources - Cost savings of hardware and applications can be applied elsewhere.
- Creation of new business models - Applications and resources are easily accessible, so companies can react quickly to customer needs. This helps them set strategies to promote innovation while potentially entering new markets.

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Kavungya answered the question on May 17, 2019 at 08:05

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