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Cloud Hosting 101: The 10 Most Important Cloud Computing Terms Defined
Cloudways are specialists when it comes to cloud hosting, and they’re keen to educate and inspire business leaders and the next generation of cloud experts by sharing their vast knowledge of cloud computing and cloud hosting.
Are you a business leader managing your organization’s migration to the cloud? A recent IT graduate with designs on a career in cloud hosting? Or simply an individual with a keen interest in learning more about cloud computing? In any of these cases, it’s easy to become bewildered by the vast number of complex terms and concepts related to cloud computing.
Fortunately, the managed cloud hosting provider Cloudways is here to help. If you want to gain at least a basic understanding of cloud computing and cloud hosting, they’ve defined the 10 key terms you need to know. Cloud hosting needn’t be as complex as you think: understand these fundamental concepts and you’ll be well on your way to becoming a cloud expert!
The Top 10 Definitions To Learn If You Want To Get Into Cloud Hosting
Cloudways are specialists when it comes to cloud hosting, and they’re keen to educate and inspire business leaders and the next generation of cloud experts by sharing their vast knowledge of cloud computing and cloud hosting.
There are many cloud-related terms and concepts to wrap your head around (from the fairly straightforward to the decidedly more complex), but Cloudways think these are the 10 most important definitions to learn, providing a solid foundation of cloud computing knowledge and a fundamental understanding of how cloud hosting works:
| Term | Simple Definition | Real-World Example |
| Cloud Computing | Cloud computing refers to the on-demand delivery of computing services (including servers, databases, networks, storage and software) over the Internet ("the cloud") rather than a physical hard drive, enabling seamless, secure access to data and resources from any location or device. | Many of us now work remotely, but this wouldn't be possible without cloud computing. Enabling the secure access of files, documents and software from any physical location, businesses can offer the flexibility of remote or hybrid work. This is just one of many examples of cloud computing in our everyday lives! |
| Cloud Hosting | Cloud hosting allows websites and applications to be accessed using internet-based ("cloud") resources. Unlike traditional hosting, in which website and application resources are kept on individual servers, cloud hosting spreads the data across a widespread network of interconnected servers. | Many of the websites and applications we visit daily (such as LinkedIn, Spotify and Pinterest) use cloud hosting. Many of these will use popular cloud service providers like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform. Cloudways users can choose from some of these providers at their leisure. |
| Cloud Migration | Cloud migration refers to the process of moving digital business operations to a cloud-based hosting provider; this will normally involve wholly (or partly) transitioning infrastructure, data, applications and other IT workloads from on-premises servers into a cloud computing environment. | The global eCommerce retailer Etsy launched its own cloud migration strategy in 2018, citing the need for long-term scalability and sustainability and reportedly saving over 40% in computing costs. With Cloudways as your hosting partner, we'll take care of the otherwise complex process of migration for you |
| Cloud Server | A cloud server is a virtual server (rather than a physical one) that is hosted and delivered over a network and can be accessed on-demand by several users. Traditional dedicated server hardware, in contrast, is often installed on-site for the sole use of one business. | An example of a cloud server is Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), a virtual server that allows users to run applications on the AWS cloud infrastructure. |
| Data Center | A data center is a physical location (normally a building or part of a building) that houses core computing services and infrastructure such as storage systems. Traditionally, organizations used on-premises data centers, but it is now more common to store data off-site using a cloud data center. | There are an estimated 8,000 data centers globally, with over 2,500 of these located in the US. Infrastructure providers like Amazon, Google, Microsoft and IBM all have multiple data centers in many parts of the world. Cloudways offers a choice of over 65 worldwide data centers in locations across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australia. |
| Virtualization | Virtualization is the basis on which cloud computing is built, and refers to the creation of a virtual (rather than physical) version of something; in computing, this means using specialized software to create virtual versions of operating systems, servers, network resources, or storage devices. | Virtualization solutions include VMware, which specializes in the virtualization of servers, desktops, networks and storage. Microsoft's Hyper-V virtualization solution integrates with Windows and provides virtual versions of servers and desktop computers. |
| Hypervisor | A hypervisor (sometimes referred to as a virtual machine manager) is a type of software which enables several virtual machines (VMs) to share resources from the same server. The hypervisor divides up hardware resources such as memory, CPU and network bandwidth and allocates them to each virtual machine. | Unlike dedicated servers, cloud servers can run on a hypervisor. The role of a hypervisor is to control capacity and allocate it where it is needed according to the use of the operating system(s). |
| Private Cloud | A private cloud (sometimes referred to as an internal cloud) is a cloud infrastructure that is provisioned exclusively for use by an individual organization. Unlike a public cloud, resources are not shared with any other user or organization; users of a private cloud enjoy dedicated access, which often provides added security. | Private clouds are less widely-used than public ones (mainly because the costs can be prohibitive, particularly for small businesses), but providers like Oracle, IBM and NetApp offer private cloud services, providing greater customization and security for large-scale enterprises. |
| Public Cloud | A public cloud is a cloud infrastructure that is publicly available over the internet and typically leased by organizations through a third-party provider. A public cloud can be accessed and used by multiple organizations simultaneously, and is the most common method of cloud deployment due to its flexible pricing and scalability. | Many of the major cloud infrastructure providers (such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform) are examples of public clouds; their services are available on-demand to anyone willing to pay for them. By using Cloudways as your managed service provider, you can utilize the public infrastructures offered by AWS, GCP and others |
| Hybrid Cloud | A hybrid cloud is a cloud infrastructure made up of a combination of cloud deployment models. Typically, a hybrid cloud combines elements of an on-premises infrastructure, a private cloud and a public cloud, with data and applications being shared between them. | A hybrid cloud is favored by organizations who wish to migrate to the cloud while keeping some workloads in-house. The oil and gas company BP (through the Microsoft Azure platform) has adopted a hybrid cloud approach, keeping certain localized features on-premises while gradually migrating other workloads to the cloud. |
These are just some of the essential terms to grasp when it comes to understanding how cloud computing and cloud hosting work, but Cloudways’ comprehensive Cloud Hosting Glossary includes 40 more easy-to-understand definitions of key cloud-related concepts, with expert-level commentary and real-world examples providing even more in-depth detail for beginners and specialists alike.
With 50 expert cloud hosting definitions ready for you to learn, soon the premise of cloud hosting will no longer be so daunting!
What is the Cloud Hosting Glossary?
The Cloud Hosting Glossary from Cloudways is a comprehensive learning tool that will help individuals and businesses of all knowledge levels understand more about the "cloud”, the key concepts and technologies behind it.
The glossary includes 50 easy-to-understand definitions of the most important cloud-related terms, enabling even a cloud computing beginner to build up a basic understanding of how the cloud works. Not only that, but the glossary includes in-depth, technical definitions for those with a little more existing knowledge, along with real-world use cases providing even more clarity.
Why has Cloudways created the Cloud Hosting Glossary?
Cloudways’ purpose is to educate and inspire: whether you’re a cloud specialist, a business leader or a complete novice, this comprehensive glossary will serve as an invaluable resource, helping businesses to learn more about the cloud, inspiring the next generation of cloud hosting experts and providing beginners with an easy-to-grasp introduction to cloud computing.
If you’re looking to "level up” or test your existing knowledge of the cloud, there are expert-level definitions of each term. If you’re simply looking for a straightforward overview of key cloud-related concepts, you’ll find simple, uncomplicated explanations and relatable, real-world examples. You can even share and embed the definitions to spread your newly-found knowledge.
Commenting on the Cloud Hosting Glossary, Aaqib Gadit, CEO at Cloudways said: "Cloud hosting is a rapidly-growing area, but we appreciate some of the concepts can be a little tricky to wrap your head around. That’s why we created the Cloud Hosting Glossary; as experts in the field of cloud hosting, we feel it’s important to share our knowledge and help to educate and inspire those who want to learn more about the cloud. Whether you’re a cloud hosting beginner or something of an expert, the glossary has been designed to cater to all levels of experience and knowledge — so there’s something for everyone." (Cloudways: ra)
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