What is Cloud Computing?
Using remote servers over the internet instead of your own computers
Why It Matters
Cloud computing eliminates the need to buy and maintain physical servers
Real-World Example
Storing files in Google Drive instead of on your computer's hard drive
“Understanding terms like Cloud Computing matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
AWS
Amazon Web Services, the world's largest cloud computing platform offering hundreds of services
GCP
Google Cloud Platform, Google's cloud computing services competing with AWS
Azure
Microsoft's cloud computing platform, popular with enterprises using Microsoft products
SaaS
Software as a Service - applications you access online and pay for through subscriptions
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