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Fundamentals of cloud computing

Fundamentals of cloud computing

- [Instructor] Before we jump into the core subject of the course, we first need to talk about the Fundamentals of Cloud Computing. So, what is cloud computing? Simply put, cloud computing is the delivery of computing services over the internet. These services can include storage, processing, power, databases, software, and more. Instead of having to manage and maintain your own hardware and software, you can access these resources on demand from anywhere, and at any time. So, why is cloud computing so popular? There are several benefits. Firstly, cloud computing provides scalability and flexibility. You can quickly scale up or down to meet changing business needs without having to worry about the underlying infrastructure. Secondly, cloud computing reduces capital expenditures. You don't have to invest in expensive hardware and software upfront. Thirdly, cloud computing provides increased reliability and availability. Cloud providers have built in redundancy and failover…

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