Discussion Post: Cloud Computing
Part A:
a) Define and discuss cloud computing.
b) Discuss how cloud computing has changed how companies budget for software solutions.
c) Compare and contrast SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS, and provide an example of each.
d) Define scalability and discuss how the cloud impacts it.
e) List three advantages and three disadvantages of cloud computing.
Part B:
a) Define and describe PaaS
b) List the benefits of PaaS
c) Describe the potential disadvantages of PaaS
d) Describe how a cloud-based database management system differs from an on-site database.
e) List the computing resources normally provided with PaaS.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.