Cloud Computing
Understanding cloud computing concepts and terminology
Last updated: 8/15/2025
A comprehensive guide to cloud computing concepts and how they relate to AfterZip.
What is Cloud Computing?
Cloud computing delivers computing services over the internet, including servers, storage, databases, networking, software and analytics.
Key Concepts
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Basic cloud computing services including virtual machines, storage and networking.
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Cloud platforms that provide development tools and infrastructure.
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Complete software applications delivered over the internet.
Cloud Providers
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Digital Ocean
Best Practices
- Use scalable architectures
- Implement proper security measures
- Monitor costs and usage
- Plan for disaster recovery