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Database as a Service (DBaaS) also called managed database service—is a cloud-based, managed service used to set up and manage databases. It allows companies to leverage database solutions without setting up the physical hardware, installing and...

A virtual server is a virtual machine running server applications. Virtual server cost is more affordable than that of physical servers from a capital expenditure (CAPEX) standpoint. However, they can be quite expensive in the long run. This article...

A hyperscale data center is a mission-critical facility that supports robust and scalable workloads. Hyperscale data centers are often associated with large companies that require vast data processing and storage requirements, such as Google, Amazon,...

Cloud security management is the practice of securing your data and operations in the cloud from theft or damage. As demand for cloud computing expands, cloud security services are expected to grow as organizations become more aware of the importance...

Reliability in cloud computing is related to cloud technology quality. If the components in a cloud computing service perform their functions and fail rarely, the service is said to be reliable. Thus, when selecting a cloud computing service, it...

Amazon Web Services, or simply AWS, is a public cloud service provider (CSP) that provides on-demand cloud computing services to subscribers on a metered, pay-as-you-go basis. Some of the most common services that AWS...

End-user computing (EUC) refers to technologies that enable end users to become more productive and perform their work more efficiently regardless of geographical location. EUC was delivered through monolithic information centers...

Saving costs is one of the primary reasons organizations transition from on-premises IT systems to cloud-based environments. While cloud computing can provide organizations with potential financial advantages, it’s also essential to understand...

Enterprise data backup refers to a relatively new class of solutions designed to meet highly complex backup and recovery needs. Typically, enterprise data backup supports on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments; disaster recovery initiatives;...

Single sign-on, or SSO, is a service that enables users to authenticate only once and then be able to access multiple applications and services integrated with that SSO service. In this article, we’re going to discuss the...