Course Description
A key point in virtualization is cloud. Cloud encompasses virtual machines and much more. In these lessons, we will discuss some of the larger and smaller cloud providers, and then we will set up virtual machines in those providers.
The rise of cloud computing brings with it the “as a service” platforms. Sites like Gmail, Spotify, and others are Software as a Service, or SaaS. For this course, we will focus on the Infrastructure as a Service, or IaaS, where we use the cloud provider in important ways. We will also cover the meaning of PaaS. Cloud computing brings incredible flexibility. You can spin up resources when demand is heavy, and spin resources back down when they are no longer needed. This can reduce cost by turning the systems off when not in use, and also make your organization more secure by shrinking your attack surface. With these skills, you will be prepared for a role in the IT and cybersecurity fields.
What You'll Learn
- Understand core cloud computing concepts and how cloud encompasses virtual machines and more
- Differentiate between SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS service models
- Install an operating system in a cloud environment
- Set up and connect to virtual machines across providers like Azure, DigitalOcean, Google Cloud Platform, and IBM Cloud
- Spin cloud resources up and down to match demand, reducing cost and shrinking your attack surface
Key Takeaways
- Cloud encompasses virtual machines and much more, and is a key point in virtualization.
- The course focuses on Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) while also covering the meaning of SaaS and PaaS.
- Cloud computing lets you spin up resources when demand is heavy and spin them back down when no longer needed.
- Turning systems off when not in use can reduce cost and make an organization more secure by shrinking its attack surface.
- These skills prepare you for a role in the IT and cybersecurity fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is designed for learners who want skills in cloud computing and virtualization to prepare for a role in the IT and cybersecurity fields.
What cloud providers does the course cover?
The lessons cover setting up and connecting to virtual machines in providers including Microsoft Azure, DigitalOcean, Google Cloud Platform, and IBM Cloud.
What will I learn about cloud service models?
The course focuses on Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and also covers the meaning of Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS).
What hands-on skills does the course teach?
You will learn to understand cloud computing concepts and install an operating system in a cloud environment, including Windows Server in Azure, Debian in DigitalOcean and Google Cloud Platform, and Ubuntu in IBM Cloud.
