Cloud Computing, A Practical Approach by Anthony Velte, Robert C. Elsenpeter, Toby Velte, ISBN 9780071626941

Publisher Description:
This is a practical guide to one of the hottest topics in enterprise IT. Economic pressures have forced companies to look to a new model of providing IT services. "Cloud Computing: A Practical Approach" offers a comprehensive review of this new paradigm of Internet-based enterprise applications and services. This approachable guide begins with a broad introduction to cloud computing, and then covers currently available solutions and how organizations can benefit from their use. The book includes details on essential topics such as infrastructure platforms, services standards, and storage.