Cloud Computing
1 Day / 2 Live Online Sessions (0900-1230) / Technical Level: Level 1
Course Code: WR1201
Course Summary
A technical introduction to the techniques and protocols that underpin cloud computing services, including an examination of the types of cloud that can be created and the variety of ‘X as a service’ facilities that clouds can make available.
Who would benefit
This course is suitable for engineering, technical management and sales/marketing staff who require a technical overview of Cloud Computing.
Prerequisites
A basic understanding of the architecture and technologies that support the internet would be beneficial.
Topic Areas Include
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What is ‘The Cloud’?
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Traditional Models vs Cloud Computing
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Cloud characteristics
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Cloud deployments models – private, community, public, hybrid
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Enabling technologies
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Traditional data centres
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Virtualization and multi-tenanting
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SOA and web services
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Service grids and autonomic computing
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Types of Cloud services
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SaaS, PaaS and IaaS
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XaaS payment models
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Examples of XaaS services and providers
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Pros and Cons of Cloud Computing
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Pros: cost, scalability, resilience, collaboration
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Cons: security, availability, trust, de-skilling
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The future of Cloud Computing
Includes practical exercises and demonstrations.
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