New to AWS or just want to get a refresher on the fundamentals of cloud? Take a look at this introduction to cloud computing, the on-demand delivery of IT resources via the internet. Educators will walk away with a solid foundation on cloud computing technologies and the knowledge to effectively evaluate and assess the business and technical benefits of cloud computing and cloud applications.

Topics include:

• A brief history of cloud computing, its definition, and business drivers
• Cloud computing concepts and terminology
• Benefits of migrating to the cloud
• Platform as a service (PaaS) vs. software as a service (SaaS)
• The AWS global infrastructure