Types Of Cloud Services (And What They Mean)

Introduction

Cloud computing is a confusing topic. There’s no denying that. But it doesn’t have to be! Cloud computing is just another way of saying “the internet,” and the internet isn’t something you need to understand in order to use it. So let’s take this concept one step further: You don’t need to understand cloud computing in order to use it either—but you may want some help figuring out which type of cloud service is right for your needs. After all, not all clouds are created equal.

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a service that provides virtualized hardware resources and allows users to run their own applications on the cloud. For example, let’s say you want to start your own business but don’t have enough money or time to build a data center in-house. IaaS allows you to rent space and equipment from another company who already has set up their own data center (or multiple), so all you need is access to it.

This type of service is useful for companies who have large amounts of data they need processed quickly or companies that need the flexibility to scale up or down quickly depending on demand for their products/services

Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Platform as a service (PaaS) is a cloud computing model that provides a platform, or runtime environment, for applications. The PaaS provider manages the infrastructure, including servers, storage and networking. Applications are built using tools provided by the PaaS provider and deployed to their own virtual machine instances on demand or via continuous integration/continuous delivery pipelines.

The benefit of this model is that it allows developers to focus on writing code and not worry about setting up servers or managing databases for their applications – these tasks are handled by someone else (the PaaS provider).

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software application that is hosted and managed by the cloud provider. The user accesses the application over the Internet, without having to install or maintain it on their own computer. They can also access it from any location, so long as they have an Internet connection.

Cloud computing can be a confusing topic.

Cloud computing can be a confusing topic. There are many different types of cloud services, and each one offers something different. You don’t have to understand all the technical details to know whether or not it’s right for your business, but it helps if you understand what each type of service does and how it works.

Cloud services can be a good way to save money and reduce downtime in the event of hardware failure or other problems with your computer hardware or software–but they also come with risks that must be considered before adopting them as part of your business strategy

Conclusion

Hopefully this article has helped clear up some of the confusion surrounding cloud computing and its various types. If you’re thinking about using the cloud for your business, we encourage you to consider all your options before making a decision. We know that it can be tempting to just jump in without doing any research first–especially since so many companies are touting the benefits of their services right now! But remember: not all clouds are created equal; some may not even be right for your company at all. So take time to do your homework before jumping into anything too quickly or blindly.*ENDWRITE