a compilation of cloud computing definitions including a simple explanation of the cloud

1. What Is Cloud Computing
A Cloud Computing Definition
By
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2. National Institute of Standards and Technology
• Cloud computing is a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient,
on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable
computing resources (e.g., networks, servers, storage,
applications, and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and
released with minimal management effort or service provider
interaction. This cloud model is composed of five essential
characteristics, three service models, and four deployment
models.
• http://csrc.nist.gov/publications/nistpubs/800-145/SP800-
145.pdf

3. Wikipedia
• Cloud computing is the use of computing resources (hardware
and software) that are delivered as a service over a network
(typically the Internet).
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cloud_computing

4. Google search of Cloud Computing Definition
• cloud com·put·ing Noun
• The practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the
Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local
server...
• https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&client=firefox-
a&tbo=d&rls=org.mozilla:en-
US:official&spell=1&q=cloud+computing+definition&sa=X&ei=ST
b8UPycJYPW9QThtIDQDQ&ved=0CDIQvwUoAA&biw=1680&bih
=901

5. Cloud Computing Definition for Dummies
(a Wiley Brand)
• Cloud computing is the next stage in the Internet's evolution,
providing the means through which everything — from
computing power to computing infrastructure, applications,
business processes to personal collaboration — can be delivered
to you as a service wherever and whenever you need.
• http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/what-is-cloud-
computing.html

6. Techterms.com
• Cloud computing refers to applications and services offered over
the Internet. These services are offered from data centers all
over the world, which collectively are referred to as the "cloud."
• http://www.techterms.com/definition/cloud_computing

7. My Simple Definition of Cloud Computing
• Cloud Computing is a way to backup files online while also
making it easy to create, edit, and manage files from any device
where you have an internet connection. Files are automatically
saved and synced across all devices. It allows for real time
collaboration and sharing files with friends, family or co-workers.
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