This document discusses cloud computing and cloud technology options. It describes cloud computing as using remote virtual servers over the Internet rather than local servers. It mentions several national and local cloud providers, including Amazon, Google, Microsoft Azure, Expedient, Platform Lab, BlueMile, Qwest and eCommerce. The document discusses how cloud computing can save money and increase capabilities by utilizing remote infrastructure instead of local hardware. It provides examples of common cloud computing uses like email, web hosting, apps and storage. The document also describes Platform Lab and how it provides affordable cloud services and infrastructure for testing.

1. Cloud Technology & Options AvailableSteve Grueter – Director – Platform Lab

2. What is Cloud Computing?Cloud computing is the practice of using a network of remote virtualized servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage and process data, rather than a local server or personal computer.National providers Amazon, Google and Microsoft Azure, as well as local providers Expedient, Platform Lab, BlueMile, Qwest and eCommerce all use cloud technologies in different ways to meet the needs of their clients.The Best Value in IT Testingwww.PlatformLab.org

3. Cloud ComputingKey factor for utilizing cloud computing technology is to save money and increase capability

4. Utilize infrastructure from a cloud instead of purchasing hardware and maintaining it yourself

5. Run apps, e-mail, CRM and various other tools from any computer using a remote connection to a cloud

6. Increase capability of existing infrastructure and reduce carbon footprintThe Best Value in IT Testingwww.PlatformLab.org

7. Main Uses for Cloud Computing

8. Cloud ComputingThe Best Value in IT Testingwww.PlatformLab.org

9. Cloud ComputingProviders:National

10. Amazon, HP, Azure, Google, numerous smaller resources

11. Local

12. Expedient, BlueMile, Qwest, eCommerce, Platform LabThe Best Value in IT Testingwww.PlatformLab.org

13. Uses for Cloud ComputingE-mail: services such as Gmail, Yahoo and Hotmail all utilize cloud computing