Course Description
When you store data on or run programs from the hard drive on your computer, it’s called local storage. In simple terms, cloud computing means storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of your computer. In these lessons you will learn cloud computing concepts, including the types of clouds, cloud computing use cases, and the benefits of the public cloud.
What You'll Learn
- Define cloud computing and how it differs from local storage on your own computer
- Explain core cloud computing basic concepts and cloud terminology
- Describe cloud architecture and the different types of cloud
- Identify use cases for the public cloud
- Recognize the benefits of the public cloud
Key Takeaways
- Cloud computing means storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of on your own computer.
- Storing data on or running programs from your computer's hard drive is called local storage.
- The course covers cloud computing concepts including the types of clouds, cloud computing use cases, and the benefits of the public cloud.
- The course introduces cloud terminology and concepts alongside an introduction to cloud architecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers cloud computing concepts, including basic concepts, cloud terminology, cloud architecture, the types of clouds, use cases for the public cloud, and the benefits of the public cloud.
What is cloud computing as defined in this course?
In simple terms, cloud computing means storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of on your computer, as opposed to local storage where you store data on or run programs from your computer's hard drive.
What lessons are included?
The lessons are Cloud Computing Basics; Cloud Terminology and Concepts; Introduction to Cloud Architecture; Types of Cloud; and Use cases for Public Cloud.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course covers skills in Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud-Native Computing, and Public Cloud.
