The Physical Infrastructure of the Cloud
A common belief is that the cloud is an abstract entity that operates without dedicated hardware.
In reality, cloud computing relies on physical infrastructure. The cloud consists of real data centers—essentially other people's computers—that are accessed and utilized remotely over network connections.
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Prep Sessions
Demystifying Network Architecture: Protocols, Addressing, and Packet Flow @ University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ch.4 Performance and Practical Considerations - Demystifying Network Architecture: Protocols, Addressing, and Packet Flow @ University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Networking Misconceptions and Performance Factors - Demystifying Network Architecture: Protocols, Addressing, and Packet Flow @ University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Learn After
Match each cloud computing concept to its description based on the physical reality of the cloud.
In reality, cloud computing relies on physical infrastructure consisting of real ___ that are accessed and utilized remotely over network connections.
Order the components of cloud interaction from the user's remote request to the physical execution.
Explain why the executive's view is a misconception and describe the actual infrastructure underlying cloud computing.