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Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a cloud computing model that provides essential compute, storage, and networking resources on demand, pay-as-you-go basis. Here's a concise explanation:
Definition:
- IaaS delivers IT infrastructure (such as servers, storage, and networking components) over the internet.
- You can request and configure these resources to run your applications and IT systems.
How It Works:
- You are responsible for deploying, maintaining, and supporting your applications.
- The IaaS provider manages the physical infrastructure.
- It gives you flexibility, control, and scalability in a cost-effective manner.
Benefits of IaaS:
- Speed: Provision resources within minutes, enabling faster testing and market launches.
- Performance: Access geographically distributed data centers for better compute performance and reduced network latency.
- Reliability: IaaS providers offer highly reliable environments with rapid replacement of virtual machines.
- Backups and Recovery: Unlimited infrastructure for backup and disaster recovery.
In summary, IaaS allows you to focus on your core business while leveraging secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud resources.
What is IaaS? - Infrastructure as a Service Explained - AWS. https://aws.amazon.com/what-is/iaas/.
What is IaaS? Infrastructure as a Service | Microsoft Azure. https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/cloud-computing-dictionary/what-is-iaas/.
Definition of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Gartner. https://www.gartner.com/en/information-technology/glossary/infrastructure-as-a-service-iaas.
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