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Choosing a cloud computing model

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Choosing a cloud computing model

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So how does an organization decide which cloud computing model is the best option for them? The answer depends on that business' needs, required functionality, and available expertise. If they're looking for a highly flexible, scalable service while maintaining control of their infrastructure, then IaaS is the right choice. This model offers the most control and customization, but also requires the most management responsibilities and technical expertise. If they need a platform designed for building software products, then PaaS would help their business immediately. This provides a cost-effective way to build applications, but still require some technical expertise and less management. If they want features that are ready to use without the hassle of installations, then SaaS might be the best option. This represents the least management responsibilities and technical expertise, but also offers the least control and customization. These computing models are not mutually exclusive…

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