1. Cloud Computing
September 2014
DI TORO, Ulises

2. Definition
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.
National Institute of Standards and Technology - US

3. Essential Characteristics
On-demand self-service. A consumer can provision computing
capabilities as needed automatically without requiring human
interaction with the provider.
Broad network access. Capabilities are available over the network
and accessed through standard mechanisms.
Resource pooling. The provider’s computing resources are pooled to
serve multiple consumers, with different physical and virtual
resources dynamically assigned.
Rapid elasticity. Capabilities can be elastically provisioned and
released automatically, to scale rapidly outward and inward
commensurate with demand.
Measured service. Cloud systems automatically control and optimize
resources. Resource usage can be monitored, controlled, and
reported, providing transparency for both the provider and consumer.

4. Service Models

5. Deployment Models

6. Policy Environment

7. Country Ranking
BSA Global Cloud Computing Scorecard
www.bsa.org/cloudscorecard

8. Law Facilities in Argentina
+ Argentina is committed to developing a strong Information,
communication and Technology industry and updating its laws to
facilitate cloud computing. Effective laws on cybercrime, electronic
signatures, and data protection are already in place.
- However, Argentina’s laws on intellectual property have not kept
pace with modern technology. There is no direct coverage of
important issues such as the unauthorized “making available” of
copyright material online. Argentina also has a poor track record of
enforcing copyright laws, with lengthy court delays and few
prosecutions.

9. Challenges

10. Risks
• Government security requirements
• Acquiring knowledge and expertise
• Certifying and accrediting vendors
• Ensuring data portability and interoperability
• Overcoming cultural barriers
• Procuring services on a consumption (on-demand) basis

11. Conclusion
Although Cloud computing can be seen as a new phenomenon
which is set to revolutionize the way we use the Internet, there is
much to be cautious about. There are many new technologies
emerging at a rapid rate, each with technological advancements
and with the potential of making human’s lives easier. However,
one must be very careful to understand the security risks and
challenges posed in utilizing these technologies.
Cloud computing has the potential to become a secure, virtual
and economically viable IT solution in the future.

12. Questions?

13. References
http://cloudscorecard.bsa.org/2013/assets/PDFs/country_reports/Country_Report_Argentina.
pdf
http://csrc.nist.gov/publications/nistpubs/800-145/SP800-145.pdf
http://www.iprofesional.com/notas/157190-Argentina-con-malas-notas-en-el-ranking-de-la-
cloud-computing?page_y=1
Cloud Computing Security Issues and Challenges - Kuyoro S. O., Ibikunle F. & Awodele O.
http://blogs.sap.com/innovation/cloud-computing/top-9-challenges-in-cloud-computing-that-are-slo
http://www.networkworld.com/article/2189909/cloud-computing/the-7-most-common-
challenges-to-cloud-computing.html