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| Chapter | Title | | ------- | -------------------------------------- | | 1 | What Is Cloud Computing? | | 2 | Key Concepts and Terminology | | 3 | Cloud Deployment Models | | 4 | IaaS – Infrastructure as a Service | | 5 | PaaS – Platform as a Service | | 6 | SaaS – Software as a Service | | 7 | Compute Resources | | 8 | Storage in the Cloud | | 9 | Networking and Connectivity | | 10 | Security in Cloud Environments | | 11 | Monitoring and Cost Control | | 12 | Choosing a Cloud Provider | | 13 | Hands-On Cloud Setup for Beginners | | 14 | Learning and Career Pathways in Cloud | | App | Glossary of Common Cloud Terms | | App | Cloud Providers at a Glance | | App | Security Checklist for Cloud Beginners | | App | Cloud Learning Roadmap | | App | Free Tools & Trial Platforms |