Cloud Computing Basics
Introduction to Cloud Concepts, Infrastructure, and Services
What's Included:
Key Highlights
- Beginner-friendly cloud explanations
- Clear overview of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
- Practical cloud infrastructure concepts
- Security and cost awareness
- Career-focused learning approach
Overview
Learn cloud computing fundamentals. Understand cloud models, infrastructure, security, and services to start your journey into modern cloud environments.
The Problem
Many beginners find cloud computing confusing due to complex terminology, multiple service models, and a lack of structured learning paths.
The Solution
This book simplifies cloud computing concepts and explains infrastructure, services, and best practices in a clear, beginner-friendly way.
About This Book
Understand the Foundations of Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Basics is a clear and practical introduction to the concepts, technologies, and services that power today's cloud-driven world. Cloud computing has fundamentally changed how organizations build, deploy, and scale their technology infrastructure.
This book is designed for beginners who want to understand how cloud computing works, why organizations adopt it, and how cloud services are structured and delivered across major platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
What You Will Learn
- What cloud computing is and its evolution
- Cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Cloud deployment models: public, private, hybrid, multi-cloud
- Core compute services: virtual machines and containers
- Cloud storage types and use cases
- Networking in the cloud: VPCs, load balancers, CDNs
- Cloud security fundamentals and shared responsibility
- Identity and access management
- Monitoring, logging, and observability
- Cost management and optimization strategies
- Comparing major cloud providers
- Hands-on: creating your first cloud resources
Who Is This Book For?
This book is designed for IT professionals new to cloud computing. It is ideal for:
- IT professionals transitioning to cloud roles
- Developers learning about cloud infrastructure
- System administrators exploring cloud alternatives
- Students preparing for cloud certifications
- Business professionals making cloud decisions
Why This Book?
By the end of this book, you will confidently understand cloud terminology, architectures, and workflows—providing a strong foundation for advanced cloud learning and certifications.
Prerequisites
No cloud experience required. Basic IT knowledge is helpful.
Author: Dorian Thorne
Who Is This Book For?
- Beginners interested in cloud computing
- IT professionals expanding into cloud roles
- Students and career switchers
- Developers and system administrators
- Anyone preparing for cloud certifications
Who Is This Book NOT For?
- Advanced cloud architects
- Readers seeking deep provider-specific implementations
- Experts looking for advanced automation topics
Table of Contents
- What Is Cloud Computing?
- Key Concepts and Terminology
- Cloud Deployment Models
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Compute Resources
- Storage in the Cloud
- Networking and Connectivity
- Security in Cloud Environments
- Monitoring and Cost Control
- Choosing a Cloud Provider
- Hands-On Cloud Setup for Beginners
- Learning and Career Pathways in Cloud
Requirements
- Basic computer knowledge
- No prior cloud experience required
