Foundations of Cloud Computing

The book Foundations of Cloud Computing: Principles and Practices provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles architecture and applications of cloud computing. It caters to students IT professionals and industry practitioners offering insights into the foundational concepts and practical implementations of cloud technology.The book begins by exploring the evolution of computing paradigms tracing the shift from traditional on-premises IT infrastructures to cloud-based solutions. It emphasizes the role of virtualization networking and distributed computing as the technological pillars of cloud computing. The authors articulate how cloud technology leverages these elements to deliver scalable cost-effective and flexible IT services.